Hydraulic systems
- Basic hydraulics for aircraft systems design
- Head losses in ducts;
- Piping networks.
- Hydraulic systems components
- Design guidelines;
- Hydraulic pumps;
- Valves and pressure regulation;
- Hydraulic reservoirs
- Actuators
- Hydraulic accumulators.
Flight control systems
- Flight control surfaces
- Direct mechanical control
- Hydraulic actuation
- Fly-by-wire
Engine control systems
- Design criteria
- Engine control
- Engine starting
- Reverse thrust
Fuel systems
- Fuel systems components
- Fuel systems operating modes
- Fuel level measurement systems
Pneumatic systems
- Bleed-air control
- Bleed-air systems users
Environmental control systems
- The need for a controlled environment
- Environmental control system design
- Cooling systems
- Humidity control
- Cabin pressurization
Weather protection systems
- Ice formation
- Anti-icing and de-icing systems
- Lightning protection
Electrical systems
- Power generation
- Power distribution
- Power conversion and energy storage
- Emergency power generation
Emergency systems
- Warning systems
- Fire detection and suppression
- Emergency power sources, oxygen, etc.
- The auxiliary power unit
- Emergency landing