DO-178C/ED-12C training

Introduction to LDRA DO-178C training

Jointly published by RTCA  and EUROCAE, DO-178C/ED-12C is the primary document referenced by certification authorities including the FAA, EASA and Transport Canada to approve all commercial software-based civil aviation avionics systems.

Our DO-178C training courses are crafted to equip software professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively understand and apply the stringent DO-178C guidelines. These courses ensure compliance and minimise the risk of errors. Whether you’re a beginner or seeking to enhance your expertise, our training provides practical insights, hands-on exercises, and expert guidance to help you confidently implement DO-178C best practices in your projects.

Key benefits

• Gain a comprehensive overview of the DO-178C standard, including its purpose, scope, and the various supplements that enhance its guidelines.
• Learn about the detailed processes involved in software development and verification under DO-178C, ensuring thorough planning and execution.
• Understand the significant updates and changes from DO-178B to DO-178C, and how these differences impact software development and certification.
• Explore the regulatory aspects of DO-178C, including compliance requirements and the role of regulatory bodies in the certification process.
• Delve into the specific functions and applications of the DO-330, DO-331, DO-332, and DO-333 supplements, which provide additional guidance on tool qualification, model-based development, object-oriented technology, and formal methods.

Courses

Training

DO-178C training

Date: On demand
Location: Online

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Additional resources

→ Demystify the who, what, when and why of successful DO-178C compliance.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is LDRA’s DO-178C expertise?

A: LDRA has been actively involved in the DO-178B and DO-178C committees for nearly two decades. Mike Hennell, the CEO of LDRA, played a crucial role in incorporating several test measurement objectives into the standards, particularly those related to structural coverage analysis. The LDRA tool suite pioneered automated verification for certification to both the DO-178B standard for airborne software systems and its companion standard, DO 278, for ground-based systems.

That expertise is underpinned by the expertise of LCS affiliated DERs to ensure that our DO-178C training resources are second to none.

Q: Do the courses require knowledge of the LDRA tool suite?

A: Absolutely not! Our DO-178C training courses focus on the DO-178C document and do not feature the use of LDRA tools.

Q: Can the training be customised to our organisation’s specific needs?

A: Yes, we offer customised courses that can be tailored to your organisation’s specific requirements, whether that involves focusing on nominated parts of the DO-178C document or your project-specific needs.