Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) and DO-297

Instructor(s)

Description

This course provides the fundamentals for developing and integrating IMA systems, using TSO-C153 (Integrated Modular Avionics Hardware Elements ), FAA Advisory Circular 20-145 (Guidance for Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) that Implement TSO-C153 Authorized Hardware Elements), and DO-297 (Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) Development Guidance and Certification Considerations). Practical exercises and in-class activities will be used to enhance the learning process.

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Target Audience

Designed for developers and integrators of integrated modular avionics systems. The focus will be on identifying challenges with IMA and satisfying the regulatory guidance.

Fees: See fee information for individual classes in the registration column on the right side of this page.

Class Time

14 hours • 1.4 CEUs

Course Outline

Day One

Introductions and background
What is IMA?
What are the benefits of IMA?
History of IMA and supporting certification guidance
Overview of the IMA guidance material
TSO-C153 (Integrated Modular Avionics Hardware Elements )
- Purpose of TSO-C153
- Limitations of TSO-C153
- Experiences to date with TSO-C153
- TSO-C153 contents
- Developing a Minimum Performance Specification per TSO-C153
- Unique aspects of TSO-C153
FAA Advisory Circular 20-145 (Guidance for Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) that Implement TSO-C153 Authorized Hardware Elements)
- Purpose of the Advisory Circular (AC)
- Technical highlights from the AC
- Roles and responsibilities
Considering TSO-C153 and AC 20-145 from various user perspectives (e.g., avionics developer and aircraft manufacturer)
DO-297 (Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) Development Guidance and Certification Considerations)
Overview of DO-297

Day Two

DO-297 (continuted)
- Technical highlights of DO-297
  - Design guidelines
  - Partitioning analysis
  - Health management
  - Integration
  - Configuration files and configuration management
- Certification approach of DO-297
  - Six certification tasks
  - Life cycle processes
  - Life cycle data
- FAA’s plans for recognizing DO-297
ARINC 653 Usage in IMA Systems
Using TSO-C153, AC 20-145, DO-297, and ARINC 653 together
Common challenges in IMA development and certification
Practical tips for IMA development and certification

How You May Benefit

Gain valuable insight into the IMA development and certification processes.
Understand the importance of IMA design assurance.
Obtain practical insight into how to address some of the common IMA challenges.
Understand FAA’s IMA policy and guidance.

Dates and Locations

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Registration Information

Mail
Aerospace Short Courses
The University of Kansas
Continuing Education
Registrations
1515 St. Andrews Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047-1625

Phone
Toll-free 877-404-5823
or 785-864-5823
Fax
785-864-4871
TDD
800-766-3777
E-mail
kuce@ku.edu