Module Details

Module Code: DSGN C1608
Module Title: Aircraft Anatomy and Design 1
Title: Aircraft Anatomy and Design 1
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Edmond Tobin
Domains:  
Module Description: To give learners an understanding of the basic mechanical, electrical and instrument systems within an aircraft.
To provide learners with the skills and techniques required to understand the basic concepts used in the conceptual design of an aircraft using industry standard tools.
To provide learners with a foundation for subsequent modules in the area of aircraft design.
To provide learners will an introduction to CAD drawing software.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the construction and control of a typical aircraft
LO2 Explain the design, construction and operation of the mechanical, electrical and instrument systems within an aircraft
LO3 Solve problems involving forces, moments and couples
LO4 Calculate basic aircraft design parameters of centre of gravity, take-off distance, stall speed, and flight endurance
LO5 Produce 2D CAD/technical drawings of a 3 dimensional product that would be understood and manufactured by a engineering workshop technician
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
None
 
Indicative Content
Mechanics Statics
- Scalars and Vectors - Resolution of vectors - Forces, moments and couples - Centre of gravity
Aircraft General Knowledge
- Basic of an Aircrafts - Airframe Structures - Primary Flight Controls - Tabs and High Lift Devices - Ignition and Electrical Systems - Powerplant - Propellers - Flight Instruments - Fuel Systems - Lubrication Systems - Cooling Systems - Landing Gear
Computer Aided Design
- 2D drawings software - 3 view drawings - 3D modelling fundamentals
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment20.00%
Practical20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Learners will complete a mid term class test during the module which may be of written or online form.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The learner will complete a CAD drawing assignment to produce a set of 3 view drawings for a component to be manufactured.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 10
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The learner will complete a number of practical exercises in the hangar pertaining to various systems used on aircraft.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The learner will complete CAD assignments demonstrating elements of software
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The learner will complete a written terminal exam on the topics presented in the module
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures / tutorial sessions. 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Laboratory Contact Computer Lab - 2D CAD software - Hangar based practicals 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Independent Learning Non Contact Self-Directed Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33 65
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Lloyd Dingle,Mike Tooley. (2013), Aircraft Engineering Principles, 2nd. Routledge, p.612, [ISBN: 9780080970844].
  • Dorothy Saul-Pooley, Philip Baxter. (2020), Air Pilot's Manual - Aerolane Technical, 8th. Air Pilot Publisher Ltd, Sussex, [ISBN: 1843362166].
  • Thomas C. Corke. (2003), Design of Aircraft, 1e. Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, N.J., [ISBN: 0130892343].
  • Jan Roskam, C. T. Lan. Airplane Aerodynamics and Performance, Darcorporation, p.547, [ISBN: 1884885446].
  • Daniel P. Raymer. (2018), Aircraft Design: A Conceptual Approach, 6th. American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics, [ISBN: 9781624104909].
  • R. D. Hiscocks. (1995), Design of Light Aircraft, Richard Duncan Hiscocks, Vancouver, [ISBN: 0-9699809-0-6].
  • Daniel P. Raymer. (2002), Simplified Aircraft Design for Homebuilders, Design Dimension Press, p.143, [ISBN: 0972239707].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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