About This Course

This course introduces the essentials of PCB stack-ups, explaining their role in multilayer design and their impact on signal integrity, EMI, and manufacturability. You’ll compare standard and HDI stack-ups, explore selection strategies, and learn how to choose the right configuration for your application. With hands-on practice using Sierra Circuits’ free stack-up tool, you’ll see real-world applications through demos, gain access to support resources, and discover the pathway to becoming a Sierra Certified Stack-up Designer.


Course Agenda

This course walks you through the essentials of PCB stack-up design.

You'll begin with core concepts and see how stack-ups influence signal integrity, EMI, and overall manufacturability. Next, you'll compare standard and HDI configurations, learning practical strategies to select the right design for your application. The final module gives you hands-on experience with Sierra Circuits’ free stack-up design tool, complete with a guided demo, support resources, and a clear pathway to certification.

Complete the course with a knowledge check and take the first step towards becoming a Sierra Certified Stack-up Designer.

  • PCB Stack-up Fundamentals

  • Design Types & Selection Strategy

  • Hands-on with Sierra's Stack-up Tool

  • Sierra Circuits Design Support & Wrap-Up

Learning Objectives

Discover PCB stack-up fundamentals and their impact on signal integrity, EMI, and manufacturability. Compare standard vs. HDI designs, learn selection strategies, and get hands-on with Sierra Circuits’ free stack-up tool. Finish with a guided demo, support resources, and a clear pathway to certification.

  • Explaining PCB
    Stack-ups

    Understand the definition and purpose of a PCB stack-up and its role in electrical and mechanical performance.

  • Exploring Stack-up Design Types

    Compare standard and HDI stack-ups, and learn how different configurations impact routing, signal flow, and manufacturability.

  • Selecting the Optimal
    Stack-up

    Learn how to choose the best stack-up design based on application needs, layer count, and signal integrity requirements.

  • Sierra’s Stack-up Tool


    Gain practical experience with Sierra Circuits’ free design tool to build and validate stack-up configurations.

  • Accessing Additional Resources

    Discover Sierra’s supporting materials—templates, documentation, and examples—to aid your design decisions.

  • Support & Certification Path


    Advance your PCB stack-up skills with Sierra Circuits’ training and certification pathway.

Course Essentials at a Glance

Discover how this course equips you—from guided lessons and expert tools to certification-ready skills.

Ready to Design? Let’s Go!

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and build a strong foundation in PCB stack-up design. Enroll now in this 45-minute introductory course—available for just $15—and take your first step toward becoming a Sierra Certified Stack-up Designer! 🛠️📘