PCB Design Fundamentals

1. Overview

The National Instruments PCB Design Fundamentals Series is your free resource on the Internet for learning about prototyping Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). This selection of resources includes an introduction to terminology, design best-practices and additional resources on prototype fabrication.

The series is divided among a number of in-depth detailed articles that offer HOW TO information on the important concepts and details of PCB Design.

For design examples, we will use the NI Multisim schematic capture, and NI Ultiboard layout environments to discuss topics such as layout and routing, and will reference Sunstone Circuits and Screaming Circuits, for the fabrication and assembly of prototypes.

Back to Top 2. PCB Design Overview
	PCB Design Overview View this resource to gain a high-level overview on PCB Design.  Learn More >>
Back to Top 3. PCB Design Glossary
	PCB Design Glossary New to PCB design? Take these links to view a glossary of common terms.  Learn More >>
Back to Top 4. Prototyping and the PCB Design Flow
	Prototyping and the PCB Design Flow What is a prototype? How does it fit into the design flow?  Read this article to learn more >>
Back to Top 5. How to Prototype PCB Designs
	How to Prototype PCB Design Resources Using Multisim or Ultiiboard? Use these resources to begin designing.  Learn More >>