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AVIT 233 - Powerplant Fuel and Induction Systems


PREREQUISITES: AVIT 146 - Aviation Regulations  and AVIT 148 - Aviation Materials and Processes  
PROGRAM: Aviation Maintenance Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2.5
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
LAB HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2013

Studies fuel metering systems in reciprocating powerplants. Airflow through turbines, superchargers and carburetors are discussed. Students overhaul carburetors to supplement theory discussions in this area. Engine cooling systems are also covered.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to:

  1. Troubleshoot and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and electronic engine fuel controls.
  2. Overhaul carburetors.
  3. Repair engine fuel metering components.
  4. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair reciprocating and turbine engine fuel metering systems.
  5. Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service aux. systems. Such as ice and rain control systems, engine airflow and temp. control systems, carburetor air intake and induction manifolds and engine cooling systems.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Fuel metering systems
  • Troubleshoot and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and controls.
  • Overhaul carburetor.
  • Repair engine fuel metering system components.
  • Induction and engine airflow system
  • Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair engine ice and rain control system.
  • Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine; airflow and temp control systems.
  • Inspect, check, service, and repair carburetors air intake and induction manifolds.
  • Engine cooling systems
  • Repair engine cooling system components.
  • Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair engine cooling systems.

 
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