AVIO 133 - Aircraft Communication & Control Systems

Expands upon basic electronics theory learned in previous classes. Focuses on alternating current (AC) and digital circuits and the components that make up these circuits. Explores the use of test equipment to evaluate operations of circuits. Introduces aircraft communication systems, including high frequency (HF), very high frequency (VHF), ultrahigh frequency (UHF), and radio used for satellite communications (SATCOM). Explores fundamentals of aircraft navigation and surveillance systems, both ground-based and aircraft-based. Introduces automatic flight control systems (autopilots) and their interaction with the aircraft. Reviews digital engine monitoring systems and explores basic fault resolution of these systems. Prerequisite(s): C or better in AVIO 131 and AVIO 132. (PCS 1.2, 2.5 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)