Communication, Navigation and Avionics Troubleshooting

AVI 115 is a technician-level course designed for individuals pursuing careers in avionics maintenance and repair. It covers the fundamental principles, operational characteristics, and common troubleshooting methodologies for a range of essential aircraft systems. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, with hands-on laboratory exercises integrated to reinforce theoretical concepts and develop diagnostic proficiency. Students will learn to interpret technical documentation, apply systematic troubleshooting procedures, and utilize specialized test equipment to ensure the airworthiness and reliability of communication, navigation, and surveillance avionics. The course culminates in a capstone project, simulating real-world service scenarios and requiring students to demonstrate their accumulated knowledge and skills in a comprehensive manner. This training is vital for maintaining safe and efficient air operations.

InstructorJacob Calhoun

Prerequisites

AVI 105 AVI 110

Course outline

Lectures, virtual labs, and graded assignments — completed in your browser.

01Lesson 1: Introduction to Avionics Systems and Line Maintenancelecture

02Lesson 2: Principles of VHF Communication Systemslecture

03Lesson 3: VHF Communication System Components and Operationlecture

04Hands-on Lab: VHF Communication System Troubleshootinglab

05Lesson 5: VOR/ILS Navigation System Fundamentalslecture

06Lesson 6: VOR/ILS System Components and Signal Analysislecture

07Lesson 7: Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Principleslecture

08Hands-on Lab: VOR/ILS and GNSS System Verificationlab

09Lesson 9: Transponder Systems: Modes, Operation, and Regulationslecture

10Lesson 10: Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Conceptslecture

11Hands-on Lab: Transponder and ADS-B System Testinglab

12Lesson 12: Avionics Documentation, Manuals, and Record Keepinglecture

13Lesson 13: Systematic Troubleshooting Methodologies for Avionicslecture

14Capstone Service Project: Avionics System Diagnosis and Repairassignment

Syllabus

["Week 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Avionics Systems and Line Maintenance","Week 2: Lesson 2: Principles of VHF Communication Systems","Week 3: Lesson 3: VHF Communication System Components and Operation","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: VHF Communication System Troubleshooting","Week 5: Lesson 5: VOR/ILS Navigation System Fundamentals","Week 6: Lesson 6: VOR/ILS System Components and Signal Analysis","Week 7: Lesson 7: Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Principles","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: VOR/ILS and GNSS System Verification","Week 9: Lesson 9: Transponder Systems: Modes, Operation, and Regulations","Week 10: Lesson 10: Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Concepts","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Transponder and ADS-B System Testing","Week 12: Lesson 12: Avionics Documentation, Manuals, and Record Keeping","Week 13: Lesson 13: Systematic Troubleshooting Methodologies for Avionics","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Avionics System Diagnosis and Repair"]