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Intro to Circuit Board Design: Using Inkscape and KiCAD

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Teen, Adult, Senior
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Allowed Ages: 12 to Over 21

Program Description

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In this class, you will learn how to design your own Printed Circuit Board (PCB) using KiCAD, a free software.  You will also be shown how you can customize the shape of your circuit board using Inkscape and KiCAD. You will be provided with options you can follow up with to make a physical PCB of your design. Ages 12 and up. All supplies will be provided. No prior knowledge is required.

This is the third class of a three-class series provided by interns with Monumental Impact to share their knowledge of electronics and circuits with PPLD’s community. Many of Monumental Impact’s interns are Bearbotics robotics team members who rely on their electronics and soldering capabilities to build a reliable robot for competitions.