Avionics Sys & Troubleshooting

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This course introduces the student to avionics testing and troubleshooting. First, students will study the troubleshooting theory of VHF COM, VHF NAV, ILS, Marker Beacon, DME, Transponder, and Pitot-Static systems. Further study of complex wiring diagrams will help the student relate the theoretical to the practical. Then, in the lab portion of this course, the student will operate the most common avionics test equipment: and will learn to perform standard functional tests: VHF COM, VHF NAV, ILS, Marker Beacon, Transponder, DME, SWR, and operation of a Time Domain Reflectometer. Troubleshooting common avionics problems will also be introduced as students troubleshoot system faults on avionics system trainers and various aircraft.