Course Title: Avionics Systems

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5021 Diploma of Engineering (Aerospace) (Mechanical)

Course Title: Avionics Systems

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 40

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Course Contact: Steven Bevan

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4137

Course Contact Email: stevan.bevan@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This course aims to provide training to develop the knowledge of Avionics Systems required for employment as a para-professional technician.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

AERO5386 Aircraft Instrument Fundamentals

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

VBH158 Avionics Systems

Elements:

1. Explain fundamental concepts relating to radio communication. 2. Describe the basic operation of radio navigation equipment. 3. Explain the basic operation of associated radio systems. 4. Explain the basic operation of radar fundamentals and systems. 5. Explain the operation of non radio/radar/magnetic navigation equipment. 6. Explain the basic operation of air data computers. 7. Explain the basic operation of flight director systems. 8. Explain the basic operation of automatic flight control systems. 9. Describe the system requirements for flight data recorders (FDR).

Learning Outcomes

Overview of Assessment

To successfully to complete this course the student is required to pass written assessment tasks and demonstrate skills and ability by completing practical tasks to aerospace standards.