Aircraft Technician - Ignition Systems

Ignition Systems (AMTP 2270)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 1.00
Lab Credits: 2.00

Description: This course covers ignition systems on reciprocating and turbine power plants. Attention is given to the requirements, design, and operation of magnetos and capacitor discharge ignition. Experience is provided in inspection, timing, repair and troubleshooting of the systems.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Disassemble, inspect and reassemble magnetos
2. 2. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair an ignition system
3. 3. Use a high tension lead tester
4. 4. Clean, gap and test spark plugs

Prerequisites: 

Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.