Maricopa Community Colleges  AMT122   19896-19935 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 09/21/93
AMT122 19896-19935 L+L 4 Credit(s) 8 Period(s)
Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics
Calculating and measuring fundamental electrical circuit parameters. Study of basic definitions, laws and concepts. Use of schematic, wiring and parts placement diagrams. Use of multimeters to test and troubleshoot electrical and electronic components and circuits. Prerequisites: Admission to the program. Corequisites: PHY101.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
AMT122   19896-19935 Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics
1. Determine the relationship of voltage, current and resistance in electrical circuit. (I)
2. Calculate and measure electrical power. (II)
3. Read and interpret electrical diagrams. (III)
4. Measure voltage, current, resistance, continuity and leakage. (IV)
5. Measure capacitance and inductance. (V)
6. Inspect and service batteries. (VI)
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AMT122   19896-19935 Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics
    I. Electrical Circuit Relationships
        A. Voltage
        B. Current
        C. Resistance
        D. Ohm's Law
      II. Electrical Diagrams
          A. Power formulae
          B. Power in circuits
        III. Electrical Diagrams
            A. Schematic symbols
            B. Schematic diagrams
            C. Parts placement diagrams
            D. Diagram data interpretation
          IV. Electrical Measurements
              A. Volt, Ohm, Milliammeter (VOM)
                1. Meter ratings and terms
                2. Meter Use
                  a. Voltage
                  b. Current
                  c. Resistance
              B. Checking continuity
              C. Measuring leakage
            V. Reactive Electrical Devices and Circuits
                A. Reactance
                B. Capacitance
                  1. Terminology
                  2. Measurements
                C. Inductance
              VI. Aircraft Batteries
                  A. Lead-acid
                  B. Nickel-cadmium
                  C. Battery inspection
                  D. Battery testing
                  E. Battery service
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