Electrical Fundamentals (B) - EASA (Jul 24 Update)
The Electrical Fundamentals (M3) Module, compliant with PCAA ANO-066 standards, provides a thorough understanding of electrical principles critical to aviation ...
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Omar Hayat Khan
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Introduction:
The Electrical Fundamentals (M3) Module is a foundational course designed to provide aviation professionals with a comprehensive understanding of electrical principles and their application in aircraft maintenance. Compliant with PCAA ANO-066 standards, this course covers key topics such as electrical circuits, magnetism, Ohm’s law, and AC/DC electrical systems. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the necessary skills to perform electrical maintenance tasks, troubleshoot systems, and ensure compliance with PCAA regulations for aviation maintenance engineers.
Course Features:
- Comprehensive Electrical Theory: Gain a solid understanding of electrical fundamentals, including current, voltage, resistance, power, and how these principles apply to aviation systems.
- AC/DC Electrical Systems: Learn about alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) systems, and how to troubleshoot and maintain these systems in aircraft.
- PCAA ANO-066 Compliance: The course is fully aligned with PCAA ANO-066 standards, ensuring that participants meet the necessary requirements for certification in electrical fundamentals.
- Magnetism and Electromagnetism: Study the principles of magnetism and electromagnetism and their applications in aircraft systems such as generators and electric motors.
- Hands-On Practical Knowledge: Apply theoretical concepts to real-world aviation scenarios through practical examples, preparing you for electrical system maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for aircraft maintenance engineers, technicians, and professionals seeking PCAA ANO-066 certification in the Electrical Fundamentals (M3) Module. It is ideal for those working in or aspiring to work in PCAA Part-145 approved maintenance organizations, focusing on electrical system maintenance, diagnostics, and safety. Whether you are just starting in the field of aviation maintenance or looking to enhance your electrical expertise, this course provides the foundational knowledge needed to ensure operational safety and regulatory compliance in aircraft electrical systems.
3.1 Electron Theory
3.2 Static Electricity and Conduction
3.3 Electrical Terminology
3.4 Generation of Electricity
3.5 DC Sources of Electricity
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3.5.1 Construction and Basic Chemical Action of: Primary Cells, Secondary Cells, Lead Acid Cells, Nickel Cadmium Cells, Other Alkaline Cells (L2) -
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3.5.2 Cells Connected in Series and Parallel (L2)
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3.5.3 Internal Resistance and Its Effect on a Battery (L2)
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3.5.4 Constructions, Materials and Operation of Thermocouple (L2)
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3.5.5 Operation of Photo Cells (L2)
3.6 DC Circuits
3.7 Resistance/Resistor
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3.7a.1 Resistance and Affecting Factors (L2)
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3.7a.2 Specific Resistance (L2)
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3.7a.3 Resistor Colour Code, Values and Tolerances, Preferred Values, Wattage Ratings (L2)
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3.7a.4 Resistors in Series and Parallel (L2)
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3.7a.5 Calculation of Total Resistance Using Series, Parallel and Series Parallel Combinations (L2)
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3.7a.6 Operation And Use of Potentiometers And Rheostats (L2)
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3.7a.7 Operation of Wheatstone Bridge (L2)
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3.7b.1 Positive and Negative Temperature Coefficient Conductance (L1)
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3.7b.2 Fixed Resistors and Method of Construction (L1)
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3.7b.3 Stability, Tolerance and Limitations(L1)
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3.7b.4 Construction of Wheatstone Bridge (L1)
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3.7b.5 Variable Resistors, Thermistors, Voltage Dependent Resistors and Construction of Potentiometers and Rheostats(L1)
3.8 Power
3.9 Capacitance/Capacitor
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3.9.1 Operation and Function of a Capacitor (L2)
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3.9.2 Factors Affecting Capacitance, Area of Plates, Distance Between Plates, Number of Plates, Dielectric and Dielectric Constant, Working Voltage and Voltage Rating (L2)
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3.9.3 Capacitor Types, Construction and Function (L2)
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3.9.4 Capacitor Color Coding (L2)
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3.9.5 Calculations of Capacitance and Voltage in Series and Parallel Circuits (L2)
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3.9.6 Exponential Charge and Discharge of a Capacitor and Time Constants (L2)
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3.9.7 Testing of Capacitors (L2)
3.10 Magnetism
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3.10a.1 Theory of Magnetism; (L2)
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3.10a.2 Properties of a Magnet; (L2)
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3.10a.3 Action of a Magnet Suspended in the Earth's Magnetic(L2)
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3.10a.4 Magnetisation and Demagnetisation (L2)
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3.10a.5 Magnetic Shielding (L2)
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3.10a.6 Various Types of Magnetic Material (L2)
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3.10a.7 Electromagnets Construction and Principles of Operation (L2)
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3.10a.8 Hand Clasp Rules to Determine Magnetic Field around Current Carrying Conductor (L2)
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3.10b.1 Magnetomotive Force, Field Strength, Magnetic Flux Density, Permeability, Hysteresis Loop, Retentivity, Coercive Force, Reluctance, Saturation Point, Eddy Currents (L2)
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3.10b.2 Precautions for Care and Storage of Magnets (L2)
3.11 Inductance/Inductor
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3.11.1 Faradays’s Law (L2)
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3.11.2 Action of Inducing a Voltage in a Conductor Moving in a Magnetic Field; Induction Principles (L2)
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3.11.3 Effects of the following on the Magnitude of an Induced Voltage: Magnetic Field Strength, Rate of Change of Flux Number of Conductor Turns and Mutual Induction (L2)
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3.11.4 The Effect the Rate of Change of Primary Current and Mutual Inductance has on Induced Voltage (L2)
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3.11.5 Factors Affecting Mutual Inductance: Number of Turns in Coil, Physical Size of Coil, Permeability of Coil, Position of Coils with Respect to each other (L2)
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3.11.6 Lenz’s Law and Polarity Determining Rules (L 2)
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3.11.7 Back EMF, Self Induction (L2)
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3.11.8 Saturation Point (L2)
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3.11.9 Principle Uses of Inductors (L2)
3.12 DC Motor/Generator Theory
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3.12.1 Basic Motor and Generator Theory (L2)
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3.12.2 Construction and Purpose of Components in DC Generator (L2)
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3.12.3 Operation of, and Factors Affecting Output and Direction of Current Flow of DC Generators (L2)
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3.12.4 Operation of, and Factors Affecting Output Power, Torque, Speed and Direction of Rotation of DC Motors (L2)
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3.12.5 Series Wound, Shunt Wound and Compound Motors (L2)
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3.12.6 Starter Generator Construction (L2)
3.13 AC Theory
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3.13.1 Sinusoidal Waveform: Phase, Period, Frequency, Cycle Instantaneous, Average, Root Mean Square, Peak, Peak to Peak Current Values and Calculations of these Values, in Relation to Voltage, Current and Power (L2)
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3.13.2 Triangular / Square Waves (L2)
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3.13.3 Single / 3 Phase Principles (L2)
3.14 Resistive (R), Capacitive (C) and Inductive (L) Circuits
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3.14.1 Phase Relationship of Voltage and Current in L, C and R Circuits, Parallel, Series and Series Parallel (L2)
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3.14.2 Power Dissipation in L, C and R Circuits (L2)
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3.14.3 Impedance, Phase Angle, Power Factor and Current Calculation (L2)
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3.14.4 True Power, Apparent Power and Reactive Power Calculations (L-2)
3.15 Transformers
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3.15.1 Transformer construction principles and operation (L2)
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3.15.2 Transformer Losses and Methods for Overcoming Them (L-2)
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3.15.3 Transformer action under load and no-load conditions (L-2)
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3.15.4 Power transfer, efficiency, polarity markings (L2)
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3.15.5 Calculation of Line and Phase Voltages and Currents (L2)
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3.15.6 Calculation of power in a three phase system (L2)
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3.15.7 Primary and Secondary Current, Voltage, Turns Ratio, Power, Efficiency (L2)
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3.15.8 Auto Transformer(L2)
3.16 Filters
3.17 AC Generators
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3.17.1 Rotation of Loop in a Magnetic Field and Waveform Produced (L2)
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3.17.2 Operation and Construction of Revolving Armature and Revolving Field Type AC Generators (L2)
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3.17.3 Single Phase, Two Phase and Three Phase Alternators (L2)
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3.17.4 Three Phase Star and Delta Connections Advantages and Uses (L2)
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3.17.5 Permanent Magnet Generators. (L 2)
3.18 AC Motors
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3.18.1 Construction, Principles of Operation and Characteristics of: AC Synchronous and Induction Motors Both Single and Polyphase (L2)
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3.18.2 Methods of Speed Control and Direction of Rotation (L2)
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3.18.3 Methods of Producing a Rotating Field: Capacitor, inductor, Shaded or split pole (L2)
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Lectures
93
Level
Beginner
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