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Anode Technical Institute

Certificate

Avionics Line Maintenance & Flight Deck Instruments Technician

A 12-credit certificate for avionics technicians. You start with aircraft electrical systems and wiring practices, then learn avionics data buses, flight deck instruments and air data systems, and finish with communication, navigation and line maintenance troubleshooting. Coursework is vendor-neutral. It prepares you for industry practice and does not by itself grant any license or agency certification.

12 credits
3 terms
Free to study · $99 for the credential
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Outcomes

What you will be able to do

  1. 01Repair aircraft wiring to accepted practices
  2. 02Troubleshoot avionics data buses
  3. 03Service flight instruments and air data systems
  4. 04Troubleshoot comm and nav systems

Careers

Where graduates work

  • Avionics technician
  • Aircraft electrician
  • Line maintenance technician

Curriculum

Term 1

3 credits
AVI 1013 cr

Aircraft Electrical Systems and Wiring

This course provides a foundational understanding of aircraft electrical systems, focusing on the principles of power generation, distribution, and consumption within an aircraft environment. Students will develop essential skills in aircraft wiring practices and gain critical knowledge of Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) concepts.

Term 2

6 credits
AVI 1053 cr

Avionics Data Buses

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the foundational data bus technologies prevalent in modern avionics systems, focusing on their operational principles, architectures, and practical application. Students will develop essential skills for troubleshooting common issues encountered in these complex communication networks.

AVI 1103 cr

Flight Deck Instruments and Air Data Systems

This course provides an in-depth understanding of modern flight deck instrumentation and air data systems for aviation technicians. Students will explore the principles, components, and maintenance procedures for Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS), air data computers, and attitude/heading reference systems.

Term 3

3 credits
AVI 1153 cr

Communication, Navigation and Avionics Troubleshooting

This course provides comprehensive training in the maintenance and troubleshooting of critical aircraft communication, navigation, and surveillance systems. Students will develop practical skills necessary for diagnosing and resolving issues in VHF communication, VOR/ILS, Global Navigation Satellite System, and transponder equipment.

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