Avionics Engineering

The Continuous Bachelor’s Degree in Avionics Engineering is one of the programs offered by the National Aviation and Airport Higher Education Center. The goal of this program is to train specialists in understanding, operating, maintaining, utilizing, and analyzing communication, navigation, flight control, electrical systems, indicators, and instrumentation installed in aircraft. The main focus of this field is on aircraft electronic systems, although an introductory understanding of navigational aids is also included in the curriculum. Additionally, mechanical systems, instrumentation, and the structure and aerodynamics of aircraft are studied to the extent required for an avionics engineer.

Given the rapid growth of navigation, communication, and control systems, as well as the use of modern computer systems in automated flight paths, this field has become one of the key and specialized disciplines in the aviation industry. This program must remain updated with the latest scientific and technical advancements in step with industry developments. Due to the critical role that modern technologies and electronic systems play in improving the safety and efficiency of air transportation, this field is one of the essential specialties in the aviation industry. Graduates of this program can work as flight engineers or maintenance engineers for electronic boards and equipment in the maintenance shops of airlines. The program consists of 143 credits, spread across 8 semesters.

Program Goals and Content:

  1. Fundamentals of Electronics: Students will take all fundamental and specialized courses in Electrical Engineering with a focus on electronics, particularly analog and digital electronics. Additionally, courses in telecommunications are included due to the importance of communication and navigation systems in avionics.

  2. Familiarity with Communication Systems and Instrumentation: Students will become acquainted with various navigation systems, transmitters, receivers, and aircraft systems, such as flight control systems, aircraft electrical systems, indicators, cockpit components, and automatic flight control system controllers.

  3. Design and Repair of Electronic Equipment: This course includes training in the design, construction, installation, and repair of electronic and electrical systems. A particular emphasis is placed on the electronic and electromechanical systems used in navigation, control, and communication devices in aircraft.

  4. System Management and Maintenance: Students will gain skills in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing the performance of electronic systems.

  5. Safety and Standards: Special attention is given to international standards and safety requirements related to electronic systems in aircraft.

  6. Familiarity with Aviation Regulations: Students will be introduced to international aviation regulations, as well as annexes and specific regulations related to avionics.

  7. Research and Innovation: Students are expected to develop the ability to conduct research and innovate in the field of various electronic technologies and their applications in the aviation industry.

This comprehensive education ensures that graduates are prepared to contribute effectively to the evolving aviation industry, equipped with the knowledge and skills needed for advanced avionics systems.