3
Years in Avionics Technology
Overview
To
provide students with an in-depth
knowledge of Aircraft and Engines
Design and Maintenance Engineering
required in the aircraft industry,
also HND will enable candidates to
progress towards internationally
recognize internationally university
degree courses or obtain work in an
aerospace/aviation company.
What do I need to
join this course?
You should have:
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At least grade
"C" in H.S.C in appropriate
science or technology subject
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80% average grade
in High School Certificate or
equivalent
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BTEC National
Certificate or Diploma in an
Engineering Discipline
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Should not be
younger than 18 years old
In
addition to the above, you will be
required to pass the institute
Assessment entry test in Physics,
Math & English followed by an
interview. If the candidate
achievement is below the above
mentioned grades, the applicant will
be offered the BTEC National Diploma
programme.
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What do I
study during this course?
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Course
Of Study
Module: 20
Common X/R
-
Physics
-
Mathematics
- Hand
Tools And Measuring
Devices
-
Aircraft Drawing
-
Corrosion
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Metallurgy
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Aircraft Hard Ware
-
Inspection Fundamental
- Fuels
Lines And Fittings
-
Ground Handling
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Electrical Dc And Ac
Circuits
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Electrical Current, EMF
And Pd
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Resistance And Ohm’s Law
And Other Theorems
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Magnetism
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Electrostatic And
Capacitance
- Alternating Current
Theory
-
Iron-Core Transformer
-
Transducers
-
Introduction
- The P.N. Junction
- P.N. Junction Diode
- The Basic Transistor
- Transistor Characteristics
- Load Line And Dc Bias
Circuit
- Transistor Equivalent
Circuits And Models
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Remote Indication And
- Control
- Dc System
-
Ac System
-
Measuring Instruments And
Digital Techniques
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Ammeter And Volt Meter
-
Test Instrument
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Measurement Of Power
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Current, Voltage And
- Resistance Measurement
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Frequency Measurement
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Signal Generators
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Digital Techniques
-
Basic Computer
-
Computer Applications
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Characteristics Of
- Computers
-
Classification Of
- Computers
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Analog And Digital
Computers And Its Comparison
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Hybrid Computers
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Computer Generations
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Definitions Of Computers
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Basic Components Of A
Digital Computer
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Computer Operation
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Input / Output Devices And
Media
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Central Processing Unit
(CPU)
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Arithmetic And Logic Unit
(ALU)
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Introduction To
Programming Language
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Documentation And
Legislation
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Module: 21
Basic Electrical Equipment
And System.
- A Working Knowledge Of
Batteries.
- Alternating Current
Machines, Alternating
Current Power, Generation
And Alternating Power Distribution System.
- Direct Current Machines
And Direct Current
Generation.
- Fire Protection.
- Fuel System.
- Hydraulic System.
- Landing Gear System,
Lighting System And
Pneumatics.
- General Knowledge Of
Engine And Propeller
Control.
- Engine Starting And
Ignition, Auxiliary Power
Unit And Ground Power
Supply.
- Flight Controls
- Air-Conditioning System,
Ice And Rain Protection.
- Centralized Warning And
Indication System Galley /
Toilet Services.
Module: 22 Basic Instruments
o Basic Working Knowledge Of
Pitot Static Systems And
Instruments
o Rate Of Turn And Slip
Indictor
o Pressure Measurement
o Vacuum System
o Position Measurement Dc
And Ac System
o Rotational Speed
Measurement
o Quantity Measurement
o Flow Measurement
o Compasses
o Temperature Measurement
o Air Data Computation
o Electronic Display System
o Flight Path Computation
o Flight Data Recorders
o Internal Navigation
Systems
o Inertial Reference Systems
o Vibration Measurement
o Ground Proximity Warning
Systems
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Module:
Module-23 Basic Gyroscopes
And Servo Mechanisms Cat “X”
- Basic Gyroscopes And
Servomechanisms Cat ‘X’
o
A Knowledge Of Gyroscopes
o
A General Knowledge Of
Accelerometers
o
A General Knowledge Of
Servomechanisms
Module: 25
Automatic Pilots – Common-
Category ‘X’
- Automatic Pilots- Common-
Category “X”
o
A Knowledge Of Error Signals
o
A Knowledge Of Signals
Processing
o
Demand Signals
o
Command Signal Output
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Module:
Module-24 Automatic Pilots-
Aero Planes Category “X”
Automatic Pilots- Aero
Planes Category “X”
A General Knowledge Of
Theory Of Flight Regarding
Force On The Aircraft,
Stability- Dihedral,
Sweepback, Etc
Yaw Dampers
A Knowledge Of Pitch
Mach Trim Actuators
Computation
C Of G Trimmers
Alpha Trim
Demand Signals
Auto Stabilizers
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Module: 27
Instruments / Automatic
Pilots – Category “X”
- Instruments / Automatic
Pilots – Category “X”
o A General Knowledge Of
Automatic Throttle System
Regarding Control Inputs.
o Digital Flight System.
o Knowledge Of Automatic
Landing System
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Module: 30
Compass Compensation.
o Knowledge Of Compass
Compensation.
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Module: 31
Radio Communication And
Navigation – Category “R”
- A Knowledge Of Radio Theory
Regarding
o Propagation Of
Radio Waves.
o Polarization
o Transmitters And Receivers
RF Amps.
o Oscillators Frequency
Synthesizers.
o Frequency Multipliers.
Mixers
o Detectors.
o Beat Frequency Oscillator
o Automatic Generation
Control.
o Noise Limiters.
o Muting Circuits
o Audio Amplifiers
o Modulators
o RF Power Amplifiers
Matching Units.
o Filters And Tuned
Circuits.
o Principles And Methods
Used To Minimize The Effects
Of Conducted And Radiated
Interference.
o Methods Used To Minimize
The Effects Of Lightning
Strikes And Static On
Aerial.
o Diplexers
o Baluns And Matching Stubs.
o Fixed And Variable
Matching Arrangements.
o Location And Types Of
Aerials – Communication And
Navigation.
o Bandwidth And Effective
Height Of An Aerial.
o Intercommunication.
o Audio Mixing And
Distribution System.
o Public Address And
Entertainment System.
o Headsets And Microphones.
o Calculation Of Standing
Wave Ratio.
o Control And Monitoring
Circuits.
o Signal Sources.
o Control Circuitry.
o Hot Microphone
Requirements.
o Ground Station Signals.
o Airborne Installations.
o Control.
o Monitors.
o Indicators.
o Loading AFCS.
o Instrument Interface.
o Ground Installations.
o Airborne System.
- Automatic Direction Finding.
o Receiver
o Loop And Sense Aerials And
Feeders
o Bearing Errors
o Correction Devices.
o Loop Swings.
o Airborne Installation.
o Control And Monitoring
Circuits.
- Satellite Communication And
Navigation (GPS) System.
o Airborne.
o Installation.
o Receiver.
o Computer.
o Displays
o Interface With Other
System.
- Micro Wave Landing System (TRSB).
o Receiver
o Computer
o Interface With Other
System.
o Computer
o Interface With Others
Systems.
o Indications.
- Flight Compartment And
Electronic Display.
o Electronic Attitude
Direction Indicator.
o Electronic Horizontal
Situation Indication.
o Symbol Generators.
o Control Panels Compactors
And Monitor.
- Emergency Locator
Transmitter.
o Introduction.
o Operation.
o Removal / Installation.
o Maintenance. |
Module: 32
Radar System – Category “R”
- A Knowledge Of Pulse
Techniques Regarding Radar
Transmitter / Receiver.
o Pulse Modulation.
o Peak Power.
o Average Power.
o Duty Cycle.
o Pulse Shape.
o Pulse Width.
o Pulse Rise Time And
Repetition.
o Frequency.
o Range Accuracy And
Resolution.
o Receiver Bandwidth.
o Noise.
- A Knowledge Of Primary Radar
Regarding Weather Radar
Control And Monitoring
Circuits.
o Indicators.
o Displays.
o Scanners.
o Wave Guides.
o Doppler.
o Aerials.
o Indicators Interface With
Other Equipment.
o Radio Altimeters.
o Pulse And Frequency
Modulation.
o Continuous Waves System.
- A Knowledge Of Secondary
Radar Regarding DME.
o Indicators.
o Control And Monitors
Circuits
o Interface With Other
Aircraft System.
o ATC Transponder.
o Instrument System
Interface.
o Control And Monitor
Circuits.
o TCAS.
Note:
o Sub Topic
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The Programme
comprises of practical work, as well as
classroom lectures, demonstrations,
laboratory assignments, OJT, and field
trips. The Assessment is based on phase
tests, practical and written
assignments, contribution in class and
laboratory, and final test.
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