AVM209 — Intermediate Electricity
7 , 3.5 lecture periods 5.25 lab periods Intermediate electricity includes the study of aircraft airframe electrical components as well as airframe and powerplant electrical systems. Includes electric motors, generators and generator controls, alternators, inventers and related controls, power distribution systems, design and maintenance of aircraft electrical systems, digital electronics, analog electronics, communication and navigation systems, communications, and weather warning systems. Demonstrate understanding of communication and navigation systems. Demonstrate the ability to perform common processes/procedures associated with aircraft electrical systems, and communication and navigation systems. Outline: Introduction Ohm’s Law Current Electromotive Force (Voltage) Resistance Electromagnetic Generation of Power Alternating Current (AC) Introduction Opposition to Current Flow of AC Aircraft Batteries DC Generators Theory of Operation Generation of a DC Voltage Construction Features of DC Generators Armature Commutators Armature Reaction Compensating Windings Interpoles Types of DC Generators Generator Ratings Generator Terminals DC Motor Maintenance Theory of Operation Generation of a DC Voltage DC Motors Force Between Parallel Conductors Developing Torque Basic DC Motor DC Motor Construction Armature Assembly Field Assembly Brush Assembly End Frame Types of DC Motors Series DC Motor Shunt DC Motor Compound DC Motor Counter Electromotive Force (emf) Types of Duty Revers
Prerequisites: AVM208