OLATHE, KS – 2012 classes are now open in Longmont, CO, San Jose, and Hillsboro, OR, at www.beTheSignal.com.

New in 2012, all students receive a paper copy of the handouts; a PDF soft copy of the handouts; an e-book copy of Signal and Power Integrity Simplified; a copy of the QUCS simulation software and the QUCS hands-on labs; access to the Mentor Graphics cloud server and the HyperLynx hands-on labs; a licensed copy of the LeCroy SI Studio software and the SI Studio hands-on labs; breakfast, lunch and snacks, and a certificate of completion.

Essential Principles of Signal Integrity is now a one-day class. Advanced classes are now two-day classes. Currently scheduled advanced classes are SPSI: S-Parameters for signal integrity applications and CRNX: Controlling Reflection Noise and Cross Talk.

Power Distribution Network Design and Advanced Gigabit Channel Design will be announced later in 2012.

Visit www.beTheSignal.com for schedules, online registration and class details.

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