Module Details

Module Code: AVIO C1605
Module Title: Avionics Fundamentals 2
Title: Avionics Fundamentals 2
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 avionic circuits.
To develop the student’s ability to analyse the behaviour of avionic circuits.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Interpret the fundamentals of electric and electronic circuits.
LO2 Perform calculations to permit the analysis of both DC and AC circuits.
LO3 Comprehend the functional operation of common digital electronic devices.
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 and electronic 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
Generation of Electricity
Production of electricity.
Magnetism
Theory of magnetism.
DC Motor
Basic motor theory.
Inductance/Inductor
Induction principles.
Transformers
Transformer construction principles and operation.
RLC Circuits
Phasor analysis of RLC circuits.
Filters
Operation, application and uses of filters.
Transistors
Transistor characteristics, properties and applications.
Integrated Circuits
Description and operation of digital logic circuits.
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, 2nd. 6, Pearson, p.1024, [ISBN: 9780134879482].
  • John Bird. (2017), Electrical Circuit Theory and Technology, 6th Ed, Routledge, p.844, [ISBN: 9781138673496].
  • Thomas L. Floyd. (2018), Electronic Devices, Global Edition, 10th. Pearson, p.928, [ISBN: 9781292222998].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: