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Mobile and Computer Repairing Course
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Mobile and Computer Repairing Course

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Master every layer of mobile and computer repair — from reading schematics and replacing BGA chips to flashing firmware and running a profitable shop. This comprehensive course covers smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops at both hardware and software levels. Whether you're starting from scratch or sharpening existing skills, you'll finish ready to fix real devices and charge real money for it.

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What you will learn:

You'll start with electrical fundamentals and tool safety, then move into hands-on multimeter and oscilloscope measurements. From there, you'll develop soldering and microsoldering skills, including SMD rework and BGA reballing on actual circuit boards. The course covers full smartphone and laptop hardware repair — displays, batteries, charging systems, and motherboards — alongside software troubleshooting for Windows, macOS, and Android. You'll also learn firmware flashing, mobile data recovery, and advanced board-level fault isolation using thermal cameras and schematic-driven diagnostics. Business modules on pricing, parts sourcing, and customer communication prepare you to run a repair operation from day one.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 39 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Foundations of Electronics and Safety

  • Lesson 1 • Electronic Components Overview

    Identifies resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, and transistors by appearance and function. Connects component behaviour to real faults found in mobile and computer boards.

  • Lesson 2 • Essential Tools and Their Uses

    Introduces hand tools, power supplies, and basic test equipment used daily in repair work. Students select and use the correct tool for each repair scenario.

  • Lesson 3 • Workshop Safety and ESD Protection

    Establishes electrical safety rules, ESD precautions, and proper handling of hazardous materials. Prevents equipment damage and personal injury throughout all lab sessions.

  • Lesson 4 • Basic Electrical Concepts

    Covers voltage, current, resistance, and Ohm's Law as applied to repair work. Establishes the quantitative foundation every subsequent diagnostic task depends on.

  • Lesson 5 • Reading Schematics and Datasheets

    Teaches interpretation of circuit diagrams and manufacturer datasheets for components. Enables technicians to trace signal paths and verify correct component values.

Chapter 2See details

Test Equipment and Measurement Skills

  • Lesson 1 • Multimeter Mastery

    Covers voltage, current, resistance, continuity, and diode-mode measurements. Directly supports fault isolation on both mobile and computer circuits.

  • Lesson 2 • Oscilloscope Fundamentals

    Teaches probe setup, time-base adjustment, and waveform interpretation for digital and analog signals. Enables diagnosis of clock, power, and data-line faults.

  • Lesson 3 • Specialised Repair Test Tools

    Introduces USB testers, battery analysers, LCD testers, and signal injectors specific to device repair. Expands diagnostic capability beyond general-purpose instruments.

  • Lesson 4 • Power Supply and Load Testing

    Explains bench power supply controls, current limiting, and load simulation for boards under test. Prevents overcurrent damage during live board diagnostics.

Chapter 3See details

Soldering and Microsoldering Techniques

  • Lesson 1 • SMD Component Rework

    Teaches hot-air station use for removing and replacing 0402, QFP, and QFN packages. Connects SMD skills to real component replacements on phone and laptop boards.

  • Lesson 2 • Microscope-Assisted Microsoldering

    Introduces stereo microscope setup and microsoldering techniques for jumper wires and pad repair. Addresses ultra-fine-pitch work found on modern smartphone logic boards.

  • Lesson 3 • BGA Reballing and Replacement

    Covers BGA removal, pad cleaning, stencil reballing, and controlled reflow for CPU and RAM chips. Enables repair of the most common board-level failures in modern devices.

  • Lesson 4 • Hand Soldering Fundamentals

    Covers iron temperature, tip selection, flux use, and joint formation on through-hole and leaded SMD parts. Builds muscle memory before advancing to fine-pitch work.

  • Lesson 5 • Solder Joint Inspection and Quality Control

    Applies IPC-standard visual criteria to evaluate cold joints, bridges, and insufficient solder. Ensures every repair meets professional reliability standards before device reassembly.

Chapter 4See details

Mobile Device Hardware Repair

  • Lesson 1 • Mobile Device Architecture

    Maps the SoC, PMIC, RAM, NAND, RF, and charging ICs on a typical smartphone board. Provides the mental model needed to trace faults to specific subsystems.

  • Lesson 2 • Safe Disassembly and Reassembly

    Covers adhesive removal, flex-cable handling, and torque-correct fastening for major phone brands. Prevents cosmetic and structural damage during every repair.

  • Lesson 3 • Display and Touch System Repair

    Teaches LCD and OLED replacement, digitiser bonding, and backlight circuit diagnosis. Resolves the most frequently reported customer complaints on mobile devices.

  • Lesson 4 • Battery and Charging System Repair

    Covers battery health assessment, safe replacement, and diagnosis of charging port and PMIC faults. Addresses the second most common category of mobile repair jobs.

  • Lesson 5 • Camera, Audio, and Sensor Repair

    Diagnoses and replaces front and rear cameras, microphones, speakers, and proximity sensors. Completes the full hardware repair skill set for mobile devices.

Chapter 5See details

Mobile Device Software and Firmware

  • Lesson 1 • Firmware Flashing and Restoration

    Covers stock firmware flashing via manufacturer tools, EDL mode, and DFU restore. Resolves boot failures and software corruption without hardware intervention.

  • Lesson 2 • Mobile Data Recovery

    Uses software tools and JTAG or ISP methods to recover data from damaged or locked devices. Provides a high-value service that differentiates professional repair shops.

  • Lesson 3 • Mobile Operating System Fundamentals

    Explains bootloader, kernel, recovery partition, and file-system structure for Android and iOS. Provides the conceptual map needed before any software intervention.

  • Lesson 4 • IMEI, Baseband, and Network Repair

    Addresses IMEI corruption, baseband IC faults, and network unlock procedures within legal boundaries. Restores cellular connectivity for devices with no-service errors.

  • Lesson 5 • Pattern, PIN, and FRP Bypass

    Teaches authorised screen-lock removal and factory-reset protection bypass for verified device owners. Covers ethical boundaries and documentation requirements for each method.

Chapter 6See details

Computer Hardware Diagnosis and Repair

  • Lesson 1 • Motherboard and CPU Repair

    Covers capacitor replacement, VRM diagnosis, CPU socket pin repair, and thermal paste application. Addresses the most complex and high-value desktop and laptop repairs.

  • Lesson 2 • RAM, Storage, and GPU Repair

    Diagnoses and resolves RAM slot faults, SSD controller failures, and GPU reflow or replacement. Covers the components most frequently responsible for no-boot and data-loss complaints.

  • Lesson 3 • POST, BIOS, and Boot Diagnostics

    Interprets POST beep codes, BIOS error messages, and boot-sequence failures to isolate faulty components. Connects firmware-level symptoms to specific hardware faults.

  • Lesson 4 • PC Architecture and Component Roles

    Maps CPU, chipset, RAM, storage, GPU, and PSU interactions on desktop and laptop platforms. Establishes the system-level view required for accurate fault isolation.

  • Lesson 5 • Laptop-Specific Hardware Repair

    Addresses keyboard replacement, DC jack repair, hinge repair, and liquid-damage cleaning for laptops. Extends desktop skills to the unique mechanical constraints of portable systems.

Chapter 7See details

Computer Software Troubleshooting and OS Repair

  • Lesson 1 • Operating System Installation and Configuration

    Covers clean installation, partition setup, driver installation, and activation for major desktop OSes. Provides the baseline skill for all subsequent software repair tasks.

  • Lesson 2 • Diagnosing Crashes and Blue Screens

    Interprets stop codes, minidump files, and event logs to identify the root cause of system crashes. Connects software symptoms to hardware or driver faults for accurate repair.

  • Lesson 3 • Malware Removal and System Hardening

    Applies offline scanning, rootkit removal, and browser cleanup to eliminate malware infections. Implements hardening measures to prevent reinfection after repair.

  • Lesson 4 • Data Backup and Recovery

    Uses imaging tools, file-recovery software, and cloud backup to protect and restore customer data. Ensures no data loss occurs during OS repair or drive replacement.

  • Lesson 5 • Network and Peripheral Troubleshooting

    Diagnoses Wi-Fi, Ethernet, printer, and USB peripheral failures using built-in and third-party tools. Completes the software repair skill set for common customer complaints.

Chapter 8See details

Advanced Board-Level Diagnostics

  • Lesson 1 • Clock, Reset, and Communication Bus Faults

    Diagnoses missing clock signals, stuck reset lines, and I2C, SPI, and UART bus failures with an oscilloscope. Addresses faults that cause no-boot or partial-function symptoms.

  • Lesson 2 • Short-Circuit Isolation Techniques

    Applies thermal camera, freeze spray, and current injection to locate shorted components on a board. Reduces repair time by pinpointing faults without destructive probing.

  • Lesson 3 • Schematic-Driven Fault Isolation

    Uses circuit schematics and board-view software to trace power rails and signal paths to fault locations. Transforms guesswork into a structured, repeatable diagnostic process.

  • Lesson 4 • Power Rail and PMIC Diagnostics

    Measures enable signals, feedback voltages, and output rails to isolate PMIC and regulator faults. Resolves no-power and short-circuit conditions on mobile and laptop boards.

  • Lesson 5 • Advanced Chip-Level Repair Strategies

    Covers CPU, NAND, and eMMC replacement decisions, reballing, and post-repair validation testing. Builds the highest-level repair competency for complex, high-value devices.

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This course is for you:

  • Hobbyist tinkerer: wants to go beyond YouTube fixes and truly understand devices.

  • Unemployed job seeker: needs a hands-on trade skill that pays from day one.

  • IT support technician: ready to expand from software helpdesk into physical hardware repair.

  • Small electronics shop owner: looking to add board-level services and increase profit margins.

  • Recent high school graduate: exploring a skilled trade before committing to a four-year degree.

  • Freelance tech enthusiast: wants to turn weekend repair side gigs into a real income stream.

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