AVIONICS TECHNOLOGY (AVT)

AVT 100. FOUNDATIONS OF AVIATION ELECTRONICS

This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts, terminology and procedures associated with applied analytical skills. Specifically, the course ensures each student has the necessary technical math and physics skills and report writing skills. Upon completion, students will have the foundational knowledge needed to solve practical problems and exercises encountered in class and throughout the Avionics Program. This is a CORE course

AVT 102. FOUNDATIONS OF AVIATION ELECTRONICS

This course provides instruction on fundamental theory and practice of soldering. It provides the student with multiple opportunities for developing and practicing soldering skills. The course also provides instruction and practice of high reliability soldering and rework techniques. Upon completion, students will be able to repair electronic circuits by soldering electrical connections to FAA standards. This is a CORE course.

AVT 111. AVIATION ELECTRONICS THEORY
(PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement scores. COREQUISITE: AVT 112)

This course includes electronics math and direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) theory as applied to aviation. Mathematical principles to enhance DC and AC basic concepts through advanced circuits are emphasized. Students are prepared to analyze complex DC and AC circuits and to understand meter movements, network theorems, voltage dividers, resonance circuits, transformers, and filter circuits. CORE

AVT 112. AVIATION ELECTRONICS LABORATORY I
(PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement scores. COREQUISITE: AVT 111)

This course provides students with hands-on laboratory exercises to analyze direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) circuits. Use of a scientific calculator and the operation of common test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot DC and AC circuits to prove the theories featured in AVT 111 are emphasized. On completion, students should know how to use a calculator to analyze circuits and be able to use test equipment to make voltage, current, and resistance measurement in DC and AC circuits. CORE

AVT 121. PRINCIPLES OF SOLID STATE
(PREREQUISITES: AVT 111 and 112)

This course includes basic solid state theory beginning with atomic structure and includes diodes, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, operational amplifiers, oscillators, and power supply circuits. Practical application of solid state devices, proper biasing and amplifier circuit analysis, and use of test equipment to diagnose typical solid state devise circuits are emphasized. On completion, students should be able to analyze circuits designed with solid state components to determine proper operation and use test equipment to support their findings. CORE

AVT 131. DIGITAL CONCEPTS
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 121)

This course includes basic logic gates, flip-flops, registers, counters, microprocessor/computer fundamentals, analog-to-digital conversion, and digital-to-analog conversion. Number systems, Boolean algebra, combination logic circuits, sequential logic circuits, and typical microprocessor data manipulation and storage are emphasized. On completion, students should be able to analyze digital circuits, draw timing diagrams, determine output of combinational and sequential logic circuits, and demonstrate knowledge of microprocessor and computer circuits. CORE

AVT 141. INTRODUCTION TO AVIONICS

This course provides an introduction to avionics systems used in aviation for students in aviation-related programs. Basic concepts of navigation systems, landing systems, weather radar, transponder/TCAS operation, data buss concepts, and flight control systems are emphasized. On completion, students should have a general knowledge of avionics equipment and how it is interpreted to serve as a complete avionics package in the aircraft. CORE

AVT 142. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 121)

This course provides basic principles of electronic communications (including AM, FM, and SSB receivers), transmitters and transceivers theory, antennas, transmission lines, and wave propagation. Communications circuits used in amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, and single-sideband receiver/transmitter; and development of diagnostic, troubleshooting, and repair skills are emphasized. On completion, students will be able to align, troubleshoot, and repair a basic receiver, and will have a working knowledge of antennas, frequency spectrum, and wave propagation. CORE

AVT 148. MICROPROCESSORS AND INTERFACING
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 131)

This course introduces basic programming and interfacing of a typical microprocessor, including data flow in the execution of program instructions, data manipulation and storage, and interfacing using programmable devices. Writing simple programs, executing and debugging programs, programming devices to serve as input/output interface units, and the flow of data during the fetch and execute phases of a program are emphasized. On completion, students will understand how a microprocessor runs a stored program, how to use an instruction set, and how to interface with displays, switches, and programmable devices. CORE

AVT 211. PULSE AND RADAR CIRCUITS
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 142)

This course is a study of pulse circuits and synchro-servo systems and their application to airborne pulse systems, including weather avoidance radar. Use of test equipment in diagnosing constructed pulse circuits similar to those in airborne pulse equipment used in aircraft systems is emphasized. On completion, the student should be able to satisfactorily diagnose problems in aircraft pulse systems and successfully troubleshoot and repair pulse equipment. CORE

AVT 212. AIRCRAFT INSTALLATION/SOLDERING
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 142)

This course is a study of high reliability soldering and rework techniques, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations that direct repair station operation, sheetmetal procedures used in the installation of avionics systems, and aircraft wiring techniques. Developing the ability to do industry-standard soldering, constructing several sheetmetal projects, and constructing a wiring harness for the King Radio KX-155 system are emphasized. On completion of this course, the student should be able to perform board repair and install avionics equipment to industry and FAA standards. CORE

AVT 213. AVIATION COMMUNICATIONS
 (PREREQUISITE: AVT 142)

This course is a study of frequency synthesizers, aviation transceivers, and aircraft audio systems. Single crystal Ppl and LSI frequency synthesizers, aviation transceivers based on these synthesizer types, and audio systems with amplification and switching capability with an in-depth study of the King Radio KX-155, KTR-905, and KMA-24 as representative examples are emphasized. On completion of this course, the student should be able to align, troubleshoot, and describe the operation of typical systems. CORE

AVT 214. NAVIGATION/ILS
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 142)

This course is a study of navigation and instrument landing systems used in Air Traffic Control systems. VOR, ILS, ADF, and GPS with an in-depth study of the King Radio KI-203, KI-208, and KN-75 as representative examples are emphasized. On completion of this course, the student should be able to align, troubleshoot, and describe the operation of typical systems. CORE

AVT 215. DME/TRANSPONDER
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 211)

This course is a study of distance measuring equipment, ACTRBS transponders, and mode S transponders as used in the Air Traffic Control system. Instruction on airborne systems with an in-depth study of the King Radio KN-62 DME, KT-76 transponder, and the KT-71 mode S transponder as representative examples are emphasized. On completion of this course, the student should be able to align, troubleshoot, and describe the operation of typical systems. CORE

AVT 216. AUTOPILOT/AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
(PREREQUISITE: AVT 211)

This course is a study of autopilot, data buss, electrical power, and integrated systems. Integrated aircraft systems and troubleshooting these systems with the King KFC-200 Radio and the Beech 1900D aircraft used as representative examples are emphasized. On completion, the student should be able to troubleshoot and describe the operation of these systems. CORE