Airframe Electrical Systems Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Course

AERM-1345-002 Airframe Electrical Systems

Prerequisites

Course Description

A study of airframe electrical systems including installation, removal, disassembly and repair of electrical components and related wiring. Fundamentals of electrical safety also addressed.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Student References-   Texts, reference books, or other references the student will be expected to use:

1.  Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms, 5^th Edition, 2013, paperback; (ASA-DAT-5); ISBN-13:978-1560278641

2.  Aviation Mechanics Handbook: The Aviation Standard, 6^th Edition, paperback, (ASA-MHB-5); ISBN-3:978-1560278986

3.  FAR/AMT 2014: Federal Aviation Regulations for Aviation Maintenance Technicians; 2014 edition, 2013, paperback;ISBN-13:978-1560279983

4.  AC - 43.13 1B/2B - Acceptable Methods, Techniques and Practices of Aircraft Inspection and Repair, 2009, paperback;ISBN-13:978-0977489695

5.  A&P Technician Airframe Textbook; 2009, paperback; ISBN-13:978-0884875604

6.  A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide with Oral & Practical Study Guide, 2009, paperback; ISBN-13:978-0884875444

 

Your instructor can advise you where to purchase textbooks or, if available, provide you with an electronic copy.

Nevertheless, students are ultimately responsible to obtain required text books.  Most of the required text books for this class can be printed in the AC Computer Lab.  Students should apply monies to TRAC Systems Print Card or AC Student ID Card.  Credit can be applied at the TRAC System ATM located in the Student Service Center (Campus Side) foyer.

 

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Supplies

1. 2GB Memory Stick

2. 3-Ring Binder/with paper, pens and pencils

3. Fine Black and Silver 'Sharpie' - 2 each

4. Safety Glasses Initial_______

5. TI-30XA Calculator

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Student Performance

II.G.48     Repair and inspect aircraft electrical system components; crimp and splice wiring to manufacturers’ specifications; and repair pins and sockets of aircraft connectors.

II.G.49     Install, check, and service airframe electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators, and protective devices.

II.G.50a    Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair alternating and direct current electrical systems.

II.G.50b    Inspect, check, and troubleshoot constant speed and integrated speed drive generators.

 

Items # II.G.50b................................................................................................... Training Level (1)

Items # II.G.48..................................................................................................... Training Level (2)

Items # II.G.49, II.G.50a............ ..................................... ..................................... Training Level (3)

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Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Class Policy:

1. No electronic devices, i.e. I-Phone, I-Pad, I-Pod, Blackberry, Droid, MP3, etc., (Laptop with instructor permission only) allowed during class time, break time only with instructor's permission. Any violations will result in direct point deductions from students overall final grade average. 1^st time 1pt, 2^nd time 5pts, 3^rd time 10pts, 4^th time 20 pts.

2. No Sleeping or the appearance of sleeping during class. All violations shall be annotated in the student attendance record - time shall be deducted.

3. No shorts, sandals, or sleeveless shirts allowed in shop area. Shoes must fully cover feet. No worn or shredded clothing allowed due to machines and metal shavings. You will not be allowed to work in shop with any of the above violations.

4. No food or drink allowed in shop area.

5. No tobacco products allowed in shop area.

6. No alcohol or drugs.

7. Absolutely No Horseplay!!!  Due to the nature of work and in practice of professional work ethic, horseplay will not be tolerated in any form. 

8. No Profanity!

9. Safety glasses will be worn at all times in a work area.

10. Face shields will be worn when operating machinery. (i.e. drill presses, grinders, cut-off tools)

11. Know where the closest fire extinguisher is located to your work area. Know where the closest exit is to your work area. Know where MSDS material is located. Know where eye wash is located. Know where first aid kit is located.

12. Inform instructor of any accidents no matter how small.

13. Do not leave class without informing instructor.

14. Watch out for others. They may be unaware of a potential hazard.

15. School uniforms are mandatory. (Student are considered absent without the proper uniform or dress attire.)

16. Required Tools (see ‘Additional Information’) - Student are considered absent without the tools specified in the required tools list)

17. Use of Tobacco – Smoking or other use of tobacco products (including, but not limited to, cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, pipes, cigar, snuff, or chewing tobacco) is prohibited in any College building. In addition, smoking is not allowed within 20 feet of any building entrance.

NOTE: Any violations may warrant significant grade reduction. Severity of violation may warrant expulsion from class or complete expulsion from course. Safety is taken seriously at Amarillo College.

 

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Grading Criteria

Grade points  (assigned according to the performance of a student in each course as dictated by industry)

A     -     Excellent performance (100 - 90 ) = 4.00 grade points

B     -     Above job entry level ( 89 - 80 ) = 3.00 grade point

C     -     Minimum requirement ( 79 - 70 ) = 2.00 grade points

F     -     Below job entry level ( 69 - 0 ) = 0 grade points

Weighted Grade

1. Theory Average (average of all exams and final exam)- - -  1/3 of final grade

2. Shop Average (average of all projects) - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  1/3 of final grade

3.  Quiz Average (average of quizzes)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  1/3 of final grade

Grade Calculation Procedure

1. Add Quizzes then divide by the total number of quizzes to calculate Quiz Average.

2. Add all Exams, Regular Exams and the Final Exam to calculate Exam Average.

3. Add Exam Average and Final Exam Grade then divide by two to obtain Theory Average.

4. Add all Project grades then divide by the total number of projects to calculate Shop Grade average.

5. Add Theory Average, Shop Grade Average and Quiz Average then divide by three to calculate the Course Average.

Other Performance Indicators

CR    -     Credit for Transfer, Advance Standing, Testing Out*.  

        *Testing out must meet the requirement of Federal Aviation Regulation; Part 147.

I       -     Incomplete

W     -     Withdrew from Course/Program

Au    -     No Grade Points or Grade Computed

S      -    Satisfactory (Continuing Education)

U      -    Unsatisfactory (Continuing Education)

Testing Procedures

1. Each exam may be retaken only once (including regular and final exams).

2. The maximum recorded grade on any exam retake will be 70%.

3. There will be no retake of missed or failed daily quizzes.

4. All tests and projects should be completed or made up in the semester in which they occur.

Note 1: Quizzes may be given at the instructor's discretion.  Student must be present to take daily quizzes unless previous arrangements have been made with the instructor.  Any papers received after grading has occurred will be considered late and the maximum grade of 70 will be assigned.

Note 2:  A grade of "S" (Satisfactory) can be given on shop projects at Instructor's discretion.  Final grade determination for course will have a numerical grade given for shop projects.

 

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Attendance

Punctual and regular attendance is a requirement in all classroom, laboratory and shop sessions.  Excused absences are: sickness or injury, with a doctor's statement or at the discretion of the Accountable Manager.  All other absences are unexcused.

When a student's lack of attendance results in failure to satisfactorily complete course objectives, the student will be warned in writing that he/she may fail the course unless arrangements are made with the instructor.  Time will be made up at the discretion of the instructor based upon their instructional work load.  Make up time and material must occur before the Final grade is issued.  For example, a student may score 100% on all quizzes, exams (which includes the Final Exam), and projects; however, an "I" (incomplete) shall be awarded as a grade until all time is made up.  Each 6 minutes equals 0.1 hours.

Final tests will not be taken until all time (including the time missed during the final test) for the course is made up.

1.  EXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or quiz will be made up without penalty.  Make-up exam or quiz will be taken at the CONVENIENCE of the instructor.

2.  UNEXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or final exam will result in a maximum possible test grade of 70 percent, when the test is taken. 

Tardiness

Time missed by any student arriving in class after the scheduled start time shall be made up before he/she is awarded a Final Grade.  All time shall be made-up.  For example, if a student is one to six minutes late, 0.1 hours shall be deducted from the student's attendance record.  If seven minutes late, the student shall be docked 0.2 hours and so on.

Repeated Tardiness

            A student's tardiness, (3 or more), may result in:

     1.  A written warning against further tardiness from the instructor.

     2.  Being placed on probation for the course.

     3.  Being issued a grade of "F" for the course.

The instructor may choose to begin class/lecture by securing the classroom door to prevent interruptions by late arriving students.  It is in the student's best interest to be in class early.

If a student arrives late and is "locked out", he/she may rejoin the class at the next scheduled break time.  Attendance begins when the student rejoins the class.

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Calendar

Additional Information

 

I, the student, have read and understand the AERM-1345 course syllabus.  In addition, I understand the Text Book, Supplies, Student Performance, Student Attendance, Student Behavior, Grading Criteria, and Tooling Requirements (as illustrated below).

Furthermore, I, the student, certify that Scott Latino, Amarillo College Accountable and Program Manager, or representative thereof, has review and/or explained this syllabus in its entirety.

______________________________________________     Date_____________                                                              Student’s Name (Printed)

 ______________________________________________                                                                                                    Student’s Name (Signature)

_______________________________________________       Date_____________                                                              Course Instructor Signature – Credentials previously on file.

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STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THEIR "AC Connect" LOG IN AND PASSWORD!

 

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Note: Tools may be purchased from any source. The school does not endorse or recommend any particular manufacturer. The school only advises the student to purchase quality products for future use in industry after completion of the course.     

           Tools needed for General subjects will be set by instructor. All other tool purchases will be completed by the first day of class for that section (Airframe / Powerplant).

                                              Aviation Maintenance Technician Required Tool List

Qty:	Tool Name:	Size:	Initials
1	Socket Set (Rachet, 12pt. Shallow, 12 pt. Deep, 3” 6” extensions, u-joint)	3/8” Drive
1	Socket Set (Rachet, 12pt. Shallow, 12 pt. Deep, 3” 6” extensions, u-joint)	1/4" Drive
1	Combination Wrench Set (12 pt.)	1/4” – 1”
1	Flat File Single Cut	8-10”
1	Round File Double Cut	8-10”
1	Half Round File Double Cut	8-10”
1	File Handle	Adjustable
1	File card	N/A
3	Drill Bits	#40
3	Drill Bits	#30
3	Drill Bits	#21
1	Drill Bits	#11
1	Drill Bits	1/4"
1	Pin Punch	3/32”
1	Pin Punch	1/8”
1	Pin Punch	5/32”
1	Pin Punch	3/16”
1	Chisel	1/4"
1	Chisel	3/8”
1	Center Punch	N/A
1	Automatic Center Punch	N/A
1	Hack Saw W/Blade	Adjustable
1	Ball Peen Hammer	12 oz.
1	Plastic Tip Hammer	12 oz.
1	Right Cut Aviation Snips	N/A
1	Left Cut Aviation Snips	N/A
1	Center Cut Aviation Snips	N/A
1	Slip Joint Pliers	6”
1	Side Cut / Diagonal Pliers	6”
1	Needle nose Pliers	6”
1	Duck Bill Pliers	6”
1	Tongue and Groove Pliers	8”
1	Needle Nose Vise Grip	6”
1	Standard Vise Grip	6”
1	Snap Ring Pliers (Combination in/out-side)	N/A
1	Flat Bade Screw Driver	1/8” X 3”
1	Flat Bade Screw Driver	1/4" X 2”
1	Flat Bade Screw Driver	1/4" X 4”
1	Flat Bade Screw Driver	1/4" X 6”
1	Phillips Screw Driver	#0 X 3”
1	Phillips Screw Driver	#1 X 4”
1	Phillips Screw Driver	#2 X 2”
1	Phillips Screw Driver	#2 X 4”
1	Allen Wrench Set	.05-1/4”
1	Deep Aviation Spark Plug Socket	1/2" Dr. X 7/8”
1	Socket Adaptor	3/8” Dr. F X 1/2" Dr. M
1	Combination Square	12”
1	Protractor	N/A
1	Feeler Gauge (offset)	To .035”
1	Scribe	6”
1	Measuring Tape	12’
1	Dividers	6”
1	Steel Rule	6” in 64ths / 100ths
1	Mechanical Fingers	N/A
1	Magnetic Pick-up Tool	N/A
1	Inspection Mirror	N/A
1	Sealed Beam Flashlight	N/A
1	Multi-meter (W / Continuity & Temp. Probe)	N/A
1	Tool Box (W / Drawers) Roll Away Pref.	N/A
1	Leather Gloves (Welding)	Insulated
1	Welding Goggles	At least #5 Shaded lense
1	ANSI Approved Safety Glasses	Clear Lense	.
1	Air Nozzle	N/A
1	Protractor	180º
1	Compass	leaded
1	Dial Calipers	6”
1	Ruler	12”
1	Calculator (Model TI-30XA) Pref.	Batt. Pwr.

 

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