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Mastering Power Shields: Design with Arduino & EasyEDA
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2,021 students

Mastering Power Shields: Design with Arduino & EasyEDA

Unleash the Power of Web-Based PCB Design: From Simulation to 3D Viewing with EasyEDA
Role Play
Created byEducational Engineering Team, Educational Engineering, Ashraf Said AlMadhoun
Last updated 2/2026
English
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What you'll learn

  • Get Started and Create a FREE Account
  • Create Simple and Complex PCB Design
  • Design your own part
  • How to create a free account
  • Interface explained in details
  • How to get from idea to PCB design and order PCBs
  • How to create a simple schematic and PCB design and get the 3D view
  • How to create an Arduino power shield using this free platform and prepare it for manufacturing
  • How to get the Gerber file
  • How do use other people designs and edit them for free
  • How to order a PCB online and things to set before doing that.
  • Tips and tricks for a great PCB design and manufacturing process
  • How to create a component in case you can't find it in the online library.
  • Tricks and tips about tracks, rules, exposed copper, board outline
  • Schematic editor including NgSpice-based simulation, WaveForm viewer, and other common features.
  • PCB layout editor including PCB photo viewer, Gerber viewer, scripts support, and other features.
  • Library editor and manager.
  • Integrated PCB fabrication and components purchase service.
  • Team collaboration with good sharing capabilities.

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Course content

6 sections • 28 lectures • 3h 16m total length

  • Section Intro1:33
  • Introduction3:35

    Explore a web-based platform, EasyEDA, to design schematics and footprints, simulate circuits, view Gerber files, and prepare an Arduino power shield for manufacturing.

  • Planning to Design a Custom Arduino Power Shield
  • Get Started and Create a FREE Account4:16

    Open EasyEDA's online editor, sign up with Google or create an account, and explore the interface with projects, files, parts, and libraries.

  • Simple Circuit Design12:31

    Design a simple circuit in easyeda by building a schematic, adding resistors, capacitors, battery, and switch from the library, wiring with the W key, and converting to PCB for manufacturing.

  • Quiz
  • PCB Design6:22

    Finalize this PCB design in EasyEDA by using dots to position components, then connect them with manual or automatic routing, set layer and clearance, and run a design rule check.

  • 3D View of PCB Design Online2:10

    Learn to adjust a pcb design online by minimizing the design area, reshaping with dots, and adding new dots by double-clicking, then save and view in 2d and 3d.

  • Desktop Version of the Web App3:23

    Download the offline desktop version for Windows, Linux, and Mac (about 72 MB), install, and sign in with Google or username to access designs, libraries, and parts in EasyEDA.

  • Quiz
  • Arduino Power Shield Schematic Design17:22

    Design a multipurpose Arduino power shield with 3.3v, 5v, and 12v outputs using EasyEDA, including voltage regulators 7805 and LM317, connectors, ground, and net labeling.

  • Arduino Power Shield PCB Design18:17

    Design an arduino power shield pcb by converting 12 v to 5 v with a 7805 and 3.3 v with lm317, then route and place components in easyeda, verifying nets.

  • Tips and Tricks15:42

    Discover practical tips for schematics and PCB design in EasyEDA by updating the PCB from schematic, managing sheets and units, adjusting canvas attributes and layers, and troubleshooting footprints.

  • Quiz
  • Create Your Own Part and Footprint15:58

    Learn to create a new component and its PCB footprint from scratch, configure pins and spacing, add datasheet labels, and link the footprint to the schematic symbol for PCB design.

  • Understanding the Basics of PCB Design and Tools
  • Section Summary0:21
  • Reading Material0:31

Requirements

  • An Internet Connection
  • Computer, Laptop, Mac or Chrome device

Description

Harness the Future of Electronics with EasyEDA

In the swiftly evolving world of electronics, cloud-based EDA tools are not just a trend; they're a revolution. Tools like EasyEDA have stormed the scene, transforming how we visualize, simulate, and realize our electronic designs.

About this Course

"Mastering Power Shields: Design with Arduino & EasyEDA" isn't just another technical course—it's your hands-on guide to the future of electronics design. Dive deep into the world of EasyEDA and uncover its potential while designing a practical, vital tool: an Arduino power supply shield.

Why This Course?

  • Comprehensive & Clear: Learn every facet of EasyEDA, from the intuitive interface to intricate simulation tools.

  • Practical Application: Don't just learn the theory. Design an Arduino Power Supply Shield, useful for high-powered devices that surpass Arduino's standalone capacity.

  • Financially Smart: Why invest a fortune in other EDA tools? Discover the multi-layer PCB design potential of EasyEDA, a tool that offers top-notch features without breaking the bank.

  • Collaboration & Community: Dive into a tool that promotes teamwork and sharing, allowing you to leverage others' designs and insights.

Course Highlights:

  • Understand the EasyEDA platform: why and how to use it.

  • Navigate the interface with ease.

  • Journey from idea inception to PCB design and ordering.

  • Master schematic creation, 3D PCB viewing, and Gerber file extraction.

  • Tips, tricks, and industry secrets for efficient PCB design and manufacturing.

  • Explore advanced features: component creation, track rules, exposure settings, and more.

Whether you're an electronics hobbyist, a professional looking to upskill, or simply curious about the magic behind your devices, this course promises a comprehensive, practical, and enjoyable journey.

Unlock the Power of EasyEDA. Enroll Today!

What you will learn

  • Navigate and use the EasyEDA platform.

  • Design and simulate electronic circuits.

  • Create a practical Arduino Power Supply Shield.

  • Understand schematic creation and PCB layout.

  • Extract Gerber files and order PCBs.

  • Use advanced features like component creation and track rules.

  • Collaborate with others using EasyEDA’s community features.

Who is this course for

  • Electronics hobbyists and enthusiasts.

  • Engineering students and professionals.

  • Makers and DIYers.

  • Anyone interested in PCB design and manufacturing.

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of electronics.

  • An Arduino board and related peripherals.

  • No prior experience with EasyEDA required.


About the Instructor

Educational Engineering Team

Team of skilled Engineers Sharing Knowledge with the World

Educational Engineering Team is a Leading Team in the Microcontroller Industry, with over 13 Years of Experience in Teaching and Doing Practical Projects.

We strive to put all our hands-on experience in these courses. Instead of superficial knowledge, we go into the depth of the topic and give you the exact step-by-step blueprint on how to tame simple as well as complex topics in easy and digestible bite-sized videos.

This real-world knowledge enables you to grasp knowledge easily, and you can apply this learning immediately to your life and projects.

Educational Engineering Team has been in the Programming and Microcontroller business since 2007. We have been part of many projects. Over the course of these years, we have gained a good insight into students’ and educators’ needs. We are passionate about sharing all our collective knowledge with you. As of 2018, we have already taught over 250k-THOUSAND students and counting.

Currently, we have more than 100+ Courses on Udemy.

Educator and Author of "Educational Engineering".

Ashraf is an educator, Mechatronics engineer, electronics and programming hobbyist, and Maker. He creates online video courses on the EduEng YouTube Channel (More Than 4 Million View, 20k+ Subscribers) and is the author of four Microcontroller books.

As a Chief Educational Engineer since 2007 at Educational Engineering Team, the company he founded, Ashraf’s mission is to explore new trends and technology and help educate the world and make it a better place.

Educational Engineering offers educational courses and Bootcamps, articles, lessons, and online support for electronics hobbyists, Programming hobbyists, Microcontroller hobbyists, STEM students, and STEM teachers.

That team also works as freelance engineers, helping many students in their graduation projects, and providing guidance and consulting for many students over the years to help them kick-start their careers.

Ashraf’s core skill is explaining difficult concepts in a step-by-step, easy-to-understand manner using video and text. With over 11 years of tertiary teaching experience, Ashraf has developed a simple yet comprehensive and informative teaching style that students from all around the world appreciate.

His passion for Microcontrollers and Programming, particularly for the world of Arduino, PIC Microcontroller, and Raspberry Pi, has guided his personal development and his work through Educational Engineering.

Ashraf’s online courses have helped over 250,000 people from around the world to improve and make great careers in the industry.

Educational Engineering Team offers Courses on:

  • Circuit Design, Simulation, and PCB Fabrication

  • Arduino, PIC Microcontroller, and Raspberry Pi

  • Programming in C, Python, and other programming languages

  • PLC Industrial Programming and Automation

  • 3D Design and Simulation

  • ESP and IoT World

Who this course is for:

  • Arduino Geeks
  • Anyone interested in making amazing PCB Boards
  • Anyone interested in Circuit Design and PCB
  • Anyone Interested in Learning How to get from idea to PCB design and order PCBs
  • Anyone interested in Learning How to create a simple schematic and PCB design and get the 3D view
  • Anyone interested in Learning How to create an Arduino power shield using this free platform and prepare it for manufacturing

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