Defect Identification & Classification

20 minutes

Lesson Content

Learn to identify and classify common defects including cold solder joints, solder bridges, misaligned components, cosmetic defects, and functional failures. Understand the difference between critical, major, and minor defects.

Slide Outline

Slide 1: Defect Categories
Slide 2: Critical Defects - Examples
Slide 3: Major Defects - Examples
Slide 4: Minor Defects - Examples
Slide 5: Accept/Reject Decision Matrix
Slide 6: Defect Reporting Process

Quality Inspection Knowledge Check

Passing score: 80%

1. Which type of defect could cause a safety hazard to the end user?

Critical defect

Minor defect

Cosmetic defect

None - all defects are the same severity

2. What should you do when you find a defective unit?

Segregate it, document the defect, and notify your supervisor

Put it back on the line and hope no one notices

Fix it yourself without documentation

Throw it away

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Module Lessons

1. Quality Standards Overview

2. Visual Inspection Techniques

3. Defect Identification & Classification