Aircraft Electrical Systems Theory (AMNT260)

Students are provided an introduction to aircraft electrical systems. Discussions include a study of the principles and concepts of basic DC and AC electrical theory, magnetism, batteries, generators, motors, voltage regulators, circuit protection and electrical component installations (FAR Part 65).

• Fundamentals of Electricity
• The Application of Ohm’s and Kirchoff’s Laws
• Alternating Current
• Electrical Circuit Components
• Solid State Devices
• Integrated Circuits
• Aircraft Batteries
• Electric Motors and Generators
• Aircraft Systems and Circuits

• Understand and apply aircraft electrical components and flow application, including operation and maintenance.
• Apply the fundamental physics of electricity production as it relates to aircraft.
• Understand and work with series, parallel, and complex DC circuits with resistors using mathematical equations of Ohm's and Kirchoff's Laws.
• Understand and apply the theory, design, and construction of different types of aircraft batteries, their use, safety, and care.
• Apply some basic rules of AC circuits with resistance, capacitance, and inductance.
• Understand, describe and apply various types of aircraft protection devices.
• Apply the basic principles in the use of electrical measuring instruments for aircraft system indication, circuit analysis and troubleshooting.
• Comprehend and apply the basic fundamentals of AC and DC motors.
• Recognize and describe the various types of voltage controls for use in electrical systems.
• Understand and apply the basic principle of AC alternators and DC generators.
• Prepare to perform as a mechanic in regard to the certification, obligations, privileges and limitations of the mechanic during aircraft inspections.