Wire Soldering Badge Details

Objective

The successful completion of the Snap-on Wire Soldering Certification enables graduates to demonstrate solid understanding of the fundamentals of making proper soldering connections between wires. The skills acquired during this comprehensive training are valuable TOOLS FOR LIFE that can lead to rewarding careers in the global marketplace.

The wire soldering process of joining two metal surfaces together using a filler metal is the cornerstone of structural and electrical applications.When properly performed, soldering joints results in a reliable connection between a contact and conductor that incorporates dependable electrical and mechanical characteristics.

Snap-on and NC3 have combined their industrial experience and expertise to develop a certification that includes hands-on training on tools that are vital to a broad spectrum of critical industries. Those who earn this certification will be proficient in the fundamentals of wire soldering which is an essential component of key electrical industries.

Competencies

  • Understand the specifics of the Wire Soldering Process
  • Define Wire Soldering terms and become familiar with soldering nomenclature
  • Understand Wire Gauges and Types of Wires and the importance of using the correct wires
  • Recognize Soldering Materials and equipment and describe their function
  • Techniques for Wire Stripping
  • Benefits of Cleaning and Tinning:
  • Understand and apply the material requirements for different soldering applications
  • Understand and demonstrate the proper procedures for a basic wire soldering project

Skills

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