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Name |
Credits |
| Semester 1 |
| AXT101 |
Aircraft Electronics Fundamentals
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9.0 |
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of electricity. Course coverage includes the operation of passive components in DC and AC circuits, as well as an introduction to the operation of basic active components. The generation and distribution of DC and AC electrical power within the aircraft environment is also introduced in this course. Co-requisite: AXT102.
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| AXT102 |
Instruments and Measurements
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8.5 |
This course allows students to become familiar with test equipment found on an electronics service bench while re-enforcing the theoretical concepts learned in AXT101. Co-requisite: AXT101.
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| AXT103 |
Digital Fundamentals
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8.5 |
Introduces the concepts behind digital electronic devices and circuits. Examines combinational and sequential devices in theory and in the lab. Number systems and Boolean algebra are covered. Emphasis is on understanding the flow and processing of signals in digital systems with a view toward troubleshooting faulty circuits.
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| AXT104 |
Soldering Practices
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3.0 |
One of the unique skills practiced by electronic technicians is soldering. The sort of soldering done by modern electronic technicians is very delicate, precise and often performed under significant optical magnification. This project course develops high quality soldering skills with an emphasis on safety and proper care of tools. Both through-hole and surface mount techniques are practiced through the term. Complete fabrication of a microcontroller system is the final project.
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| AXT110 |
Hand Skills
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3.0 |
This course is designed to teach skills in the use of hand tools. The students will disassemble and assemble electronic products. They will study the operation and maintenance of electronic and electro-mechanical subsystems.
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| Semester 2 |
| AXT206 |
Micro-Controllers
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3.0 |
The prerequisite for this course is successful completion of AXT 101, AXT 102 and AXT 103 or equivalent. This lecture/lab course introduces students to the concepts, interfacing and applications of micro controllers. The course uses a Microchip# PIC16F876 device. Students build and program a functioning data logger project in the lab portion of this course. The PIC16F876 is interfaced to an LCD display, an I2C temperature sensor, real time clock and SEEPROM. The data logger is connected via an RS-232 link to a PC for data upload. Microsoft Excel# is used to graphically present data logger mission data. Students learn fundamental programming concepts including use of an Integrated Development Environment and language syntax for Pic Basic Pro#.
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| AXT211 |
Standard Practices I
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5.0 |
This course provides training on work place safety, common aircraft and system manual conventions (including ATA100 coding) and the proper use of common and specialized tools. Students perform standard aircraft wiring procedures, basic sheet metal, work and the application of common fasteners and lock wiring. Standard practice skills are then used as the student performs the installation of a panel mount Nav/Comm radio into a sheet metal fixture constructed by the student. On completion of this project the student uses standard test procedures to test and document the functionality of their project. Pre-requisite: AXT104 or equivalent.
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| AXT221 |
Electronic Communications I
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4.5 |
This course provides the student with an introduction to electronic communications systems. Following an investigation of basic communications concepts, the student learns of the operational characteristics of common AM, FM and SSB transceivers and performs standard test procedures on these systems. Students also write their Industry Canada ROR (AERO) radio license exam as part of this course. Pre-requisite: AXT102 or equivalent.
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| AXT225 |
Avionics Systems
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6.0 |
The AXT225 course provides an introduction to many of the avionics systems found on modern aircraft. These systems include power generation and distribution, communication systems, radio navigation systems, air data systems, and emergency transmission and data recording systems. Course coverage focuses on the operation and in many cases, the testing of these systems. The theory presented in the AXT 225 course is supplemented through practical ramp testing and component familiarization labs carried out in the latter half of the course. Pre-requisites: AXT101, AXT102 or equivalent.
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| AXT231 |
ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT APPLICATIONS
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11.0 |
This lecture/lab course investigates the application of semiconductor devices in electronic circuits and systems. Emphasis is on circuit analysis and troubleshooting. Topics include: small and large signal amplification, operational amplifiers and their applications, and oscillators. Pre-requisite: AXT101 and AXT102 or equivalent.
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| AXT261 |
Aviation Familiarization
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2.5 |
This course introduces the student to fundamentals of the aviation maintenance "environment" and investigates theory of flight. Topic coverage includes ground handling practices, airspace and airport conventions, aircraft structures and platform safety issues, and a brief introduction to the impact of human factors on the performance of aviation maintenance.
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| Electives |
| ETC584 |
Coop Work Experience
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10.0 |
Students work 16 weeks in a program-related, industry position. Components of this course include two workplace evaluations, a site visit by a NAIT staff member and a daily work journal. The work experience enhances student employability and allows students to apply academic training in a work environment. Prerequisite: ETC463 Workplace Preparation or equivalent.
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| ETC463 |
Workplace Preparation (Coop students only)
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1.0 |
This seminar based course prepares students for the work placement. Topics include the following: co-op procedures and policies, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing strategies and other career development subjects. Prerequisite: Successful completion of coursework with a 2.3 GPA.
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| Semester 3 |
| AXT301 |
Aircraft Maintenance I
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3.0 |
This course enhances the student's understanding of the science and maintenance of aircraft through the study of aerodynamics, aircraft control systems and the theory of flight, and the operation and maintenance of common aircraft mechanical and environmental systems. This course also provides coverage of common quality systems employed within the aviation maintenance environment as well as continued study of the influences of human factors in aviation maintenance.
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| AXT312 |
Standard Practices II
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4.0 |
This course continues the standard practices coverage introduced in AXT211. Topic coverage includes a study of approved aviation parts and parts systems, equipment installation standards, the usage of CAD software, the application of standard adhesives and sealants, metallurgy and the perfomance of more advanced sheet metal fabrication techniques. Pre-requisite: AXT211 or equivalent.
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| AXT322 |
Electronic Communications II
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7.5 |
In this course the student studies RF circuit theory and the internal (component level) operation of common AM and FM transceivers. The lab component of the course provides the student with instructions on the analysis, testing and troubleshooting of RF circuits and communications transceiver systems. Students perform a troubleshooting exercise and produce a written technical report based on this excercise. Pre-requisites: AXT 231, AXT 221 or equivalent.
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| AXT326 |
Nav/Comm Systems I
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5.5 |
This course follows AXT225 with more thorough coverage of aviation navigation and communication systems. These systems are examined from the point of view of system signal characteristics, system interfacing, system testing and maintenance, and component installation. Pre-requisites: AXT221, AXT225 or equivalent.
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| AXT331 |
Power Electronics
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3.0 |
In this course, we complete our coverage of filter circuits. On completion of filters, the course begins an investigation of power electronic circuits, including the construction and operation of linear and Switch Mode DC power supplies and static AC Inverters, and the operation of AC power control circuits using common thyristor devices (SCRs and Triacs). Heat sinking theory is employed throughout the coverage of AC power circuits.
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| AXT361 |
Technology Studies I
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3.0 |
This course introduces our students to the technical writing standards expected of our Avionics Technology students. This course also introduces mathematics concepts employed by technologists.
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| AXT381 |
Aircraft Electrical Systems
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3.0 |
This course continues the coverage of aircraft electrical systems introduced in AXT225, investigating the individual electrical and electronics components and assemblies utilized in the modern power generation and distribution systems, examining common system architectures, and analyzing the electrical systems of selected light and transport category aircraft. Pre-requisite: AXT225 or equivalent.
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| AXT382 |
Instrument Systems
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3.0 |
This course follows the air data instrumentation coverage of AXT225 with a more detailed investigation of: aircraft pilot-static and air data computer systems, the internal operation of common air data instruments, common electronic instrumentation circuitry, and the operation of gyro stabilized heading and attitude systems and inertial nav. and reference systems. Pre-requisite: AXT225 or equivalent.
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| Semester 4 |
| AXT402 |
Aircraft Maintenance II
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4.5 |
This course continues the study of aircraft systems with an examination of aircraft propulsion systems and the servicing and maintenance of common aircraft systems. Pre-requisite: AXT301 or equivalent.
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| AXT416 |
System Installation
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3.5 |
During this project course, the student uses manufacturer's instructions and accepted standard practices to perform the installation, testing and resulting documentation for common avionics systems. Pre-requisites: AXT312, AXT326 or equivalent.
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| AXT423 |
Electronic Communications III
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5.0 |
This communications systems course develops and explores concepts associated with digital data transmission and protocols, transmission line and fiber optics, RF wave propagation and antenna theory, and satellite and microwave communications concepts. Pre-requisites: AXT 103, AXT 322 or equivalent.
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| AXT427 |
Nav/Comm Systems II
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10.5 |
This course follows up AXT326 coverage of Nav/Comm systems with block diagram and component level investigation into the operation of these systems. Emphasis is placed on the schematic analysis and troubleshooting of these systems. Other communications and navigation systems are introduced at the system level in this course. Pre-requisites: AXT 206, AXT 322, AXT 326, AXT 331 or equivalent.
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| AXT451 |
Auto Flight Systems
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2.5 |
This course features typical auto flight principles including common operations such as yaw damper system, mach trim coupler, auto throttle, auto land, roll axis control and pitch axis control. Theory topics also include common auto pilot modes of operation, typical system architecture, Flight Management System operation, and mechanical linkage particulars. Pre-requisites: AXT326, AXT382 or equivalent.
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| AXT461 |
Technology Studies II
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3.0 |
This course continues the investigation of higher-level math concepts first introduced in AXT361. Other topics of investigation for this course include project management tools and occupational health and safety standards.
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| AXT462 |
Maintenance Regulations & Standards
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3.0 |
This course begins with an investigation of the regulatory, advisory and standard organizations associated with the aviation industry. This coverage is then followed up by a detailed study of the Canadian Aviation Regulations. An important component to this course is the student's ability to navigate the Transport Canada web site to locate regulatory and standards data, and the ability to interpret the regulations in defense of answers to regulatory issues. Pre-requisite: AXT261 or equivalent.
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