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AERO 4504 [0.5 credit] Avionics Systems


RF engineering concepts. Aviation communication systems. Relative and absolute navigation; landing systems. Radar systems; weather radar. Aircraft systems integration; databus standards; electrical systems; power generation and distribution. Safety critical software. Electromagnetic compatibility and interference. Regulations and certification of avionic systems.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for ELEC 4504.
Prerequisite(s): 4th year status in Engineering. Not open to students in Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Engineering Physics or Communications Engineering.
Lectures three hours a week.