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In order to successfully and efficiently produce printed wiring boards, the full progression from design concept through fabrication must be understood. Within Department 8450, this includes the utilization of Valid Logic Systems Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to perform schematic capture, circuit simulation, and board layout. If the appropriate functions are not perfi_rmed in the proper sequence, or if the essential materials are not available when needed, the time required to produce a printed wiring board will grow inordinately. This report details the process flow within Department 8450, starting with the initial design requirements and concluding with a completely fabricated and tested circuit board. Recommendations for improving the system are also presented. Design and manufacturing considerations that impact the process are identified, as are the input and. output requirements for each stage. With this information as a guide, a design engineer will be able to utilize the CAE tools available for circuit board design more effectively and minimize the time interval from concept to final product. m 3//4 __S'_ER