Module Details

Module Code: AVIO C1602
Module Title: Avionics Fundamentals 1
Title: Avionics Fundamentals 1
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Edmond Tobin
Domains:  
Module Description: To give students an understanding of the principles of electric circuits.
To develop their ability to apply circuit laws to basic electric circuits.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Interpret the fundamentals of electric circuits.
LO2 Describe the basic measurement units and their pre-fixes, used in electrical engineering.
LO3 Perform calculations to permit the analysis of an electrical circuit (AC/DC).
LO4 Work in an electronic laboratory with due regard for his/her safety and that of others.
LO5 Using schematic diagrams, build and test electrical circuits in a laboratory environment.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
None
 
Indicative Content
Electron Theory
Molecular structure of conductors, semiconductors and insulators.
Static Electricity and Conduction
Static electricity and distribution of electrostatic charges; Conduction of electricity in solids, liquids, gases and a vacuum.
Electrical Terminology
Electrical terms, their units and factors affecting them.
DC Sources of Electricity
Construction and basic chemical action of batteries.
DC Circuits
Ohms Law, Kirchhoff's Voltage and Current Laws;
Power
Power, work and energy.
Capacitance/Capacitor
Operation and function of a capacitor.
AC Theory
Properties of Sinusoidal waveforms.
Diodes
Diode characteristics, properties and applications.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment60.00%
Practical40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 60
Timing Ongoing Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Several in-class and/or online assessments.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Practical Assignments: The student will complete practical assignments during the module and write a report on each assignment. Practical tests: Learners will complete practical tasks for summative assessment.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery will consist of lectures / tutorial sessions. 12 Weeks per Stage 5.00 60
Practicals Contact Delivery will consist of practical sessions using schematic diagrams to build and test electrical and electronic circuits. 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00 48
Independent Learning Non Contact Review notes, assignments, study. 15 Weeks per Stage 9.47 142
Total Weekly Contact Hours 9.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Thomas L. Floyd. (2019), Principles of Electric Circuits, 9th. Pearson, p.1024, [ISBN: 9780134879482].
  • John Bird. (2017), Electrical Circuit Theory and Technology, 6th Ed, Routledge, p.844, [ISBN: 9781138673496].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: