Course detail: Electromagnetic Effects Aircraft Level Testing and FAA Requirements

Description
This course discusses the concepts of aircraft ground and flight testing that may be required to ensure aircraft level systems are safe for operation when exposed to the effects of electromagnetic effects (EME), high intensity radiated fields (HIRF), lightning, precipitation static (P-static), and transmitting personal electronic devices (TPEDs). This course presents the fundamentals of coordinating and performing aircraft testing from a very practical, step-by-step perspective, and examines the process used by aircraft OEMs to show compliance to regulations relating to EME, HIRF, lightning, p-static, and TPEDs. Please note that this course requires background knowledge of electromagnetic effects and a basic understanding of P-Static, TPED's, HIRF, and lightning.

Students will work in teams to gain hands-on experience building a new STC Electrical/Avionics System Installation for EME Aircraft Testing. They will create a report showing how the installation meets Direct Effects of Lightning certification requirements and prepare sample compliance statements. This project will provide students a unique opportunity to incorporate the information they learn as they progress through the course.

Prerequisite: If you do not have prior knowledge of or experience working with electromagnetic effects, it is required you take the following course: Introduction to Electromagnetic Effects (EME) and Aircraft Engineering Requirements, in-person or online.


Highlights
  • Aircraft testing fundamentals
  • Coordination of aircraft testing activities
  • Documentation of test procedures and results
  • FAA aircraft-level certification requirements
  • Problem and solution discussions
  • EME testing team workshops

Who Should Attend?
The course is designed for engineers and technicians working in all aircraft design and testing areas, including electrical, avionics and communications. Aircraft managers and project engineers who coordinate airplane testing and/or certification-related areas are also recommended to attend.

Course Fees
Early registration fee: $2,595 if you register and pay by the early registration deadline (45 days prior to the first day of class).
Regular registration fee: $2,795 if you register and pay after the early registration deadline.

Course Materials
Course materials, including outlines, presentation copies, and supplementary materials, will be accessible through Canvas, KU's online learning system. Instructions to access Canvas will be provided upon completed registration. Students are required to bring a computer or other electronic device with PDF-viewing capabilities with them to class each day. If you require accommodation contact us at professionalprograms@ku.edu and we will work with you on an accessible solution.

U.S. Federal Employee Discount
This course is available to U.S. federal employees at 10% off the registration fee. To receive the federal employee discount, you must enter the code FGVT116 during the checkout process. Please note that you must validate your eligibility to receive this discount by entering your U.S. government email address (ending in .gov or .mil) when creating your online registration profile. This discount is available for both the early registration and regular registration fees.

Canada Department of National Defence Discount
This course is available to Canada DND employees at 10% off the registration fee. Please contact the DND Procurement Authority (DAP 2-3) for details. Please note that you cannot register using our online system when requesting this discount. This discount is available for both the early registration and regular registration fees.

Certificate Tracks
Aerospace Compliance
Aircraft Maintenance and Safety
Avionics and Avionic Components
Electromagnetic Effects

Classroom hours / CEUs
31.5 classroom hours
3.15 CEUs

Course Accessibility
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in University of Kansas educational offerings. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in our Aerospace Short Courses, please email jayhawkglobal@ku.edu or call 785-864-6779 at least three weeks before the first day of the event.
Please note: If you are attending an Aerospace Short Course onsite at your place of employment, please contact your company's training coordinator for accommodation requests.
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Course Resources
AERO0250 Course Information and Outline (PDF Document)

 Session Information: PA25310F

Schedule: This course meets May 19 - 23, 2025. Class times are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Thursday, and 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. on Friday Local Time.
Times: 08:00am-04:00pm CDT
Early registration for a 5-day class : $2595.00

Bulletin

Important: Students enrolled in this in-person course will receive access to Canvas, the KU online course learning management system, because course materials will be provided via this online course system prior to the start of the course. Students must set up their Canvas account using the instructions emailed right after registration in order to access these materials when they become available a week prior to the course. Students will also need to bring a computer or other electronic device with PDF-viewing capabilities with them to class each day. Internet access and power supply will be provided on site. **If you require learning accommodations contact us at professionalprograms@ku.edu and we will work with you on an accessible solution.

Instructors

Name Additional Resources
C. Bruce Stephens

Facility Detail

Edwards Campus
BEST Conference Center
12604 Quivira Road
Overland Park, KS 66213
(913) 897-8472

Cancellation Policy

A refund less a $250.00 cancellation fee will be assessed for all cancellations made in writing prior to 5 days before the start of the event. After that time, no refunds will be made.