AET 226 Flight Line Testing

Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2

This course introduces students to the study of avionics systems found onboard modern aircraft focusing on flight line testing of communications and navigation systems. Topics include flight line testing to troubleshoot and configure using IFR 6000, IFR 4000 test equipment in conjunction with a pitot/static test set. Upon completion, students should be able to test with the IFR 4000 test set to complete certifications for an IFR aircraft.

Pre-requisite(s): AET 110 and AET 210.
Course is typically offered in Spring and Summer.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At successful completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Develop the testing parameters for the IFR 4000 test set per the FARs for a complete IFR avionics package.
Meet manufacturers’ specifications successfully troubleshoot and configure by using the IFR 6000 test equipment in conjunction with the Laversab 6300 test set, a transponder unit.
Complete all associated paperwork required to certify an IFR aircraft at a repair station level including the two year transponder certification.