Student will perform operation of AC and DC electrical systems used on large and small aircraft, generating and starting systems, AC and DC electric motors, wiring, controls, switches, indicators, and protective devices, and constant speed and integrated drive generators
Prerequisites
Instructor approval.
Quarters Offered
Fall,
Winter,
Spring
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
- Repair and inspect aircraft electrical system components; crimp and splice wiring to manufacturer’s specifications; and repair pins and sockets of aircraft connectors.
- Install, check, and service airframe electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators, and protective devices.
- Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair alternating current and direct current electrical systems.
- Inspect, check, and troubleshoot, service and repair constant speed and integrated speed drive generators
- Inspect, check, and troubleshoot autopilot servos and approach coupling system.
- Inspect, check, and service electronic communication and navigation systems, including VHF passenger address interphones and static discharge devices, aircraft VOR, ILS, Omega, flight management computers, and GPWS.
- Inspect and repair antenna and electronic equipment installations.
Institutional Outcomes
IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills
Course Content Outline
- Aircraft Electrical Systems
- Communication and Navigation Systems