ATEC1556

This course provides an introduction to aircraft electrical systems, covering concepts such as AC and DC generators and controls, aircraft alternators, wiring and interconnection techniques, and aircraft lighting systems. Student Learning Outcomes

• Inspect aircraft wiring to verify installation and routing.
• Perform wire terminating and splicing.
• Assemble an aircraft electrical connector.
• Use a wiring circuit diagram to identify components.
• Solder aircraft wiring.
• Install airframe electrical wiring, switches, or protective devices.
• Secure wire bundles.
• Determine an electrical load in a given aircraft system.
• Install bonding jumpers.
• Check output voltage of a DC generator.
• Check the resistance of an electrical system component.
• Inspect generator brush serviceability and brush spring tension.
• Inspect and check anti-collision, position, and landing lights for proper operation.
• Inspect components in an electrical system.
• Troubleshoot a DC electrical system supplied by an AC electrical system.
• Identify components in an electrical schematic where AC is rectified to a DC voltage.
• Perform a continuity test to verify the condition of a conductor.
• Perform a test on a conductor for a short to ground.
• Perform a test on a conductor for a short to other conductors.