AMT 215: Reciprocating Engine Ignition Systems

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Class Program
Aviation Maintenance Technology
Credits 4 Lecture Hours 11 Lab Hours 66

This course contains reciprocating (piston) aircraft engine ignition systems. During this class they will learn about how timed internal combustion is obtained. Lecture will include theory, operation, and maintenance of magnetos and modern electronic ignition systems. Building on previous courses this will also include overall reciprocating engine troubleshooting. LAB will require students to perform magneto maintenance and install on an engine. They will continue to operate the engine to troubleshoot and repair any discrepancies encountered.

Quarters Offered
Fall,
Winter,
Spring
Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:

1.       Explain the theory and operation of a reciprocating engine ignition system

2.       Identify all internal components of a magneto

3.       Inspect all ignition components in accordance with manufacture data

4.       Perform internal magneto timing as well as external engine timing

5.       Inspect, Repair, and Test ignition harnesses

6.       Inspect, Adjust, and Test spark plugs

7.       Troubleshoot and repair engine discrepancies

Program Outcomes

PO4 Applies to this course: Students will be able to identify and explain FAA rules/regulations, as well as describe, identify components of, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of airframe and powerplant systems.

Institutional Outcomes

IO1 Communication:

Students will be able to identify and explain a variety of airframe and/or powerplant systems and components as evaluated by the completion of the FAA written, oral and practical exams

IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills:

Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills

Course Content Outline
  1. Reciprocating Engine Ignition Theory and Maintenance
    1. Magnetos (Slick and Bendix)
    2. Electronic Ignition
    3. Ignition Harnesses
  2. Powerplant Systems and related Components
    1. Magneto Cases
    2. Ignition Switches
    3. P-Leads
    4. Impulse Couplings
    5. Starter / Vibrator Spark Retarding Systems
    6. Magnetic Circuit Components
    7. Primary Circuit Components
    8. Secondary Circuit Components
    9. Rotating Distributor
    10. Ignition Leads
    11. Spark Plugs