Future students,
Here is a general list of the subject areas taught in our 6-month AIT course pursuant to the Learn Avionics AIT Certification.
The following areas are taught as part of the AET training segment (first 8-10 weeks give or take)
Introductory and General:
- Direct Current (DC) Basics and Terminology
- Alternating Current (AC) Basics and Terminology
- Basic Circuit Theory of Operation, Troubleshooting, Calculations
- DC / AC Basic Circuit Measurements
- Resistors Color Codes, Fault Isolation
- Inductors
- Capacitors Theory of Operation, Fault Isolation
- Transformer Theory of Operation, Fault Isolation
- Analog Circuits, Devices & Switches
- Power Supply Circuit – Rectifiers, Filters
- Frequency Sensitive Filter – Theory of Operation
- Wave Generation Circuits
- Limiter Circuits
- Digital Numbering Systems
- Digital Logic Functions
Common Maintenance Practices
- Hazards / Safety Practices
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- FOD Prevention
- Technical Publications
Fundamentals of On-Equipment Maintenance
- Use Common Tools
- Handling Electrostatic Devices
- Identify and Perform Corrosion Control
- Use Safety Devices
- Aircraft Wiring
- Perform Wire Maintenance
- Use Test Equipment / Special Tools
Aircraft Fundamentals
- Aircraft Structures
- Aircraft Handling and Safety
FCC License Exam Prep for Elements 1, 3, 8 & 9 pursuant to the following FCC License exams (1-2 weeks)
- General Radiotelephone Operator License
- GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) Radio Maintainer’s License
- Ship Radar Endorsement
The following areas are taught within the live installation project (12-14 weeks)
- GA avionics Systems Overview (Garmin, Avidyne, Bendix King, Aspen, Trio, Genesys, Dynon, TrueTrak, JPI, EI, uAvionix, Appareo, etc.)
- EFIS
- GPS Navigators
- COM/NAV
- Autopilot / Flight Control Systems
- Transponders / ADS-B
- Engine / Airframe Indication and Monitoring Systems
- Traffic Avoidance
- Weather / Radar
- FMS
- Power Bus / Distribution
- Equipment familiarization, operation, capabilities
- Installation Planning
- Project Estimating / Management
- Installation Documentation, Manuals, Approvals, Return-To-Service (RTS) process
- Panel Modifications / Fabrication
- Antenna Installations
- LRU Installations / Mounting
- Wiring Harness Planning / Fabrication / Testing / Installation
- Data Bus Interface – RS232, ARINC 429, Can Bus
- Software updates
- System configuration
- Database updates
- Installation Standards, Best Practices, and Tips / Tricks
- Installation Issues and Gotcha’s
- Shop Set-up – Tools – Work Flows
- Intro to Avionics Shop Management and Profitability-
