Intro to PCB Design and KiCad

Join us at MAKE Roanoke to learn the basics of designing a custom printed circuit board (PCB) from scratch using the free software KiCad.

Students need to bring their own laptop with a mouse and have KiCad 10 already installed. You can download KiCad here: https://www.kicad.org/download/

This class will go through each stage of the design process including:

• Schematic capture

• Managing parts and footprints

• Board layout and routing

• Gerber generation

This class is recommended for those age 12 and up. We suggest that students come with some basic electronics skills and familiarity with schematic symbols is helpful, but not necessary. This class is open to the public, you do NOT need to be a MAKE Roanoke member to attend!

All materials, taxes, and fees are covered in the class price of $25. The discounted rate for MAKE Roanoke Members is $15. MAKE Roanoke members can also bring a guest at the discounted rate. Learn more about MAKE Roanoke membership at https://mkroa.org/membership.

Payment is taken at the door. We accept card (including tap-to-pay), cash, and PayPal.

Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:

• All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver

• Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.

• Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.

• You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.

• Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.