Faculty: Economics and Administrative Sciences This major focuses on the design, maintenance, and operation of electrical and electronic systems in aviation. Students explore avionics, aircraft electrical systems, communication systems, navigation systems, and safety regulations. The program emphasizes technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and the application of engineering principles to ensure the reliability and safety of aviation systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in aviation maintenance, engineering, and related technical fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand aviation electrical and electronic systems. - Develop skills in designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting aviation systems. - Learn techniques for ensuring system reliability and safety. - Explore the role of avionics in modern aircraft. - Understand regulatory standards, safety protocols, and ethical considerations. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in aviation electric and electronics. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for aviation projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Aviation Electric and Electronics** - Overview of aviation electrical and electronic systems and safety regulations. 2. **Avionics** - Principles of avionics and techniques for designing and maintaining avionics systems. 3. **Aircraft Electrical Systems** - Fundamentals of aircraft electrical systems and techniques for maintenance and troubleshooting. 4. **Communication Systems** - Principles of aviation communication systems and techniques for ensuring reliable communication. 5. **Navigation Systems** - Fundamentals of navigation systems and techniques for integrating and utilizing them in aviation. 6. **Safety and Regulatory Standards** - Understanding regulatory standards, safety protocols, and ethical considerations in aviation. 7. **Electronic Instrumentation** - Principles of electronic instrumentation and techniques for designing and maintaining instrumentation. 8. **Troubleshooting and Maintenance** - Methods for troubleshooting and maintaining aviation electrical and electronic systems. 9. **Emerging Trends** - Analysis of innovations such as electric aircraft and advanced avionics. 10. **Capstone Project** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in designing, maintaining, or troubleshooting aviation systems. **Assessment Methods:** - Avionics system designs, electrical system maintenance plans, communication system analyses, navigation system integrations, safety protocols, instrumentation designs, troubleshooting reports, research papers, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Avionics: An Introduction to Aviation Electronics" by Alan V. Gibson. - "Aircraft Electrical and Electronic Systems" by R.D. Prasad and I.J. Nagrath. - "Aviation Communication Systems" by David Wyatt. - "Aircraft Navigation Systems" by David Wyatt. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of electronics, electrical systems, and aviation principles. Suitable for students interested in aviation maintenance, avionics, and electrical engineering. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Aviation Electric and Electronics and pursue certifications such as Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) or Avionics Technician. **Target Audience:** Aspiring aviation maintenance engineers, avionics technicians, electrical engineers, and aviation professionals seeking to specialize in aviation electrical and electronic systems. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in aviation electric and electronics, supporting advancements in aviation safety, reliability, and technological innovation.