BS107 — Basics of Electronics for Mobile Phone Repair Training Course

About the Course

Every professional electronics and mobile phone repair technician starts with a thorough understanding of the foundational principles of electronics — and the Basics of Electronics for Mobile Phone Repair (BS107) is designed to give you exactly that foundation. Over two intensive training days, you will gain the essential knowledge of electronic theory and its practical application in modern mobile devices: from voltage, current, and circuit types to component identification, PCB layouts, and the use of a digital multimeter for real-world measurement. This course bridges the gap between having no electronics background and being ready to engage confidently with mobile phone components, circuit boards, and diagnostic tools. It is the ideal starting point for anyone entering the electronics repair industry — and a critical stepping stone toward the Full Training Course (BS111), Micro-Soldering training, or schematic diagram reading. Whether you are brand new to electronics or just want to ensure your foundational knowledge is rock solid, this course gives you the confidence and competence to move forward.

What You Will Learn

• Understand ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) and apply professional ESD protection practices
• Define and explain the fundamental principles of electronics: voltage, current, resistance, and power
• Distinguish between AC (Alternating Current) and DC (Direct Current) and their roles in mobile devices
• Identify and classify all major types of electronic components: passive vs active, through-hole vs SMD
• Understand and apply standard electrical units of measurement (volts, amps, ohms, watts)
• Apply Ohm’s Law to practical circuit calculations and fault diagnosis scenarios
• Identify the different types of electrical circuits: series, parallel, and combination
• Read and interpret electronic component symbols and their functions on circuit diagrams
• Identify specific components physically on a circuit board, including through-hole and SMD types
• Understand component orientation and polarity and their importance on PCBs
• Distinguish between THT (Through-Hole Technology) and SMT (Surface Mount Technology) PCBs
• Use a digital multimeter correctly for voltage, current, resistance, and continuity testing

Course Highlights

• The ideal entry point for anyone with zero electronics background entering mobile repair
• Covers the exact electronics theory applied daily in professional mobile phone repair
• Includes hands-on digital multimeter use — an essential tool in every repair technician’s kit
• Perfect prerequisite for the Full Training Course (BS111) and Micro-Soldering Training (BS104)
• No maths degree required — all calculations are explained in a practical, accessible way
• Taught by qualified electronics professionals in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment

Requirements

• No prior electronics or technical knowledge required — complete beginners are fully welcome
• Reliable internet access for pre-course preparation
• Ability to read and understand English
• Basic numeracy for Ohm’s Law applications is helpful but not required
• Both days of in-person practical training are compulsory

Who Is This Course For

• Complete beginners who want to enter the electronics repair industry but have no technical background
• Individuals who have started a repair course but want to strengthen their electronics foundation
• TVET or high school graduates who studied basic electrical subjects and want practical application
• Anyone preparing to enrol in the Full Training Course (BS111) who wants a strong foundation first
• Self-taught repair technicians who want to formalise and deepen their understanding of electronics theory
• Aspiring micro-soldering technicians who need solid component knowledge before advancing

Career Outcomes & Opportunities

• Confidently discuss, identify, and work with electronic components in any repair environment
• Use a digital multimeter professionally for circuit testing and fault diagnosis
• Progress with confidence into the Full Training Course (BS111) or Micro-Soldering Training (BS104)
• Apply electronics knowledge to diagnose component-level faults in smartphones and mobile devices
• Lay the theoretical groundwork for reading mobile phone schematic diagrams (BS108)

Benefits Obtained

• Take-home training manual covering all electronics fundamentals
• Training evaluation assessments throughout
• Microlek Certificate of Completion in Electronics for Mobile Phone Repair
• Access to electronics learning resources and tools via shop.microlek.co.za
• Post-training support from the Microlek facilitator team