OrCAD X Presto Mini-Certification
Learn the basics of PCB layout design, from interface navigation to critical PCB design tasks like placing components, editing shapes, and fanout generation.
Introduction and Expectations
01 - Getting Started with the OrCAD X Presto User Interface
02 - Using the Properties Panel
03 - Using the Visibility Panel
04 - Netlist or ECO from Schematic to Layout
05 - Placing Components
06 - Creating and Editing Shapes
07 - Creating Fanouts for Different Symbols
08 - Adding Keepouts and Constraint Regions
09 - Setting Up Keyboard Shortcuts
10 - Navigating the 3D Canvas
11 - Design Review and Markup
Blog: PCB Layout Planning for Footprint and Routing
Blog: 3D PCB Design With OrCAD X Tools
Blog: How To Use the Constraint Manager In OrCAD X
Certification Overview
OrCAD X Presto Final Quiz
End of Mini-Certification Survey
The OrCAD X Presto mini-certification was recorded using Cadence 22.1. The latest version of the tool is 24.1, but the concepts and workflows conveyed in the videos still apply to the current release of the product.
To obtain a certificate for this mini-certification, you complete the certificate pre-requisites, which include watching all the videos, reading additional material and passing a 10 question quiz.
The videos that are currently uploaded for this mini-certification do not have any subtitles available.
Yes! If you are a student, you can sign up and register for a free OrCAD X academic license. Or if you are no longer in school, you can sign up and register for a free 30-day trial here.
To access our full certification, please go to Cadence OrCAD X Presto Training.