Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface to the second edition; Preface; Acknowledgements; Chapter 1 Electrical fundamentals; 1.1 Electron theory; 1.2 Electrostatics and capacitors; 1.3 Direct current; 1.4 Current, voltage and resistance; 1.5 Power and energy; 1.6 Electromagnetism and inductors; 1.7 Alternating current and transformers; 1.8 Safety; 1.9 Multiple choice questions; Chapter 2 Electronic fundamentals; 2.1 Semiconductor theory; 2.2 Diodes; 2.3 Transistors; 2.4 Integrated circuits; 2.5 Sensors and transducers; 2.6 Multiple choice questions; Chapter 3 Digital fundamentals
Introducing the principles of aircraft electrical and electronic systems, this book is written for anyone pursuing a career in aircraft maintenance engineering or a related aerospace engineering discipline, and in particular will be suitable for those studying for licensed aircraft maintenance engineer status. It systematically addresses the relevant sections of modules 11 and 13 of part-66 of the EASA syllabus, and is ideal for anyone studying as part of an EASA and FAR-147 approved course in aerospace engineering.