Module Details

Module Code: AVIA H3604
Module Title: Aircraft Systems
Title: Aircraft Systems
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Paul Gibbons
Domains:  
Module Description: The student will understand various aircraft systems and correctly apply appropriate maintenance procedures to develop essential analytical, troubleshooting and practical skills whilst working on aircraft/engine systems.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify and explain the correct operation of a wide range of aircraft systems
LO2 Demonstrate correct standard practices/procedures on (and safe operation of) aircraft systems
LO3 Analyse and troubleshoot common problems/faults on/with aircraft systems
LO4 Explain the interrelationships between different aircraft systems and the effect/impact on each other
LO5 Develop their own personal group/teamworking technical/ethical & practical skills in the aviation workshop/hangar/lab environment
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
Hydraulic Power (ATA 29)
System lay-out; Fluid Types; Components; Normal/Emergency Power Generation - Electrical/Mechanical/Pneumatic; Pressure/Flow Control; Power Distribution; Indication/Warning; Interface with Other Systems
Landing Gear (ATA 32)
Design/Types/Construction, Shock Absorption; Normal/Emergency Extension/Retraction Systems; Indication/Warning; Wheels, Brakes, Antiskid & Autobraking. Tyres; Nose/Body Steering; A/G Sense
Pneumatic/Vacuum (ATA 36)
System lay-out; Sources - Engine/APU, Compressors, Air Bottle, Ground Supply; Pressure/Flow Control; Distribution; Indication/Warning; Interface with Other Systems
Air Supply, Conditioning & Pressurisation (ATA 21)
Air Supply - Source, Engine Bleed, APU & Ground. Air Conditioning - Air Cycle & Vapour Cycle Machines; Distribution/Flow/Temperature & Humidity Control; Heating. Pressurisation - Control/Indication; Cabin Pressure Controllers; Safety/Protection/Warning Devices
Oxygen (ATA 35)
System lay-out - Cockpit/Cabin; Storage, Charging & Distribution; Supply Regulation; Indication/Warning
Fuel Systems (ATA 28)
System lay-out; Storage/Supply/Dump/Jettison/Vent/Draining/Cross-feed & Transfer Sub-systems; Indication/Warning; Re/Defuelling; C of G Control systems
Ice & Rain Protection (ATA 30)
Ice formation/Classification/Detection; Anti/De-Icing - Electrical, Hot Air, Pneumatic & Chemical; Probe/Drain Heating. Rain Repellant/Wiper Systems
Fire Protection (ATA 26)
Fire/Smoke, Detection/Warning/Extinguishing systems; Testing, Portable Fire Extinguishers
Water & Waste (ATA 38)
System lay-out, Supply/Distribution/Servicing & Draining; Toilet System lay-out, Flushing & Servicing; Corrosion
Equipment & Furnishings (ATA 25)
Emergency Equipment Requirements; Seats/Harnesses & Belts; Cabin/Equipment lay-out; Cabin Furnishing/Installation; Cabin Entertainment Equipment; Galley Installation; Cargo Handling/Retention Equipment; Airstairs
Integrated Modular Avionics (ATA 42)
Core System/Network Component Function; Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) including - Bleed Management, Air Pressure/Temperature & Air/Cockpit/Avionics Ventilation Control, Air Traffic/Avionics Comms, Electrical Load Management, Circuit Breaker Monitoring, Electrical System (BITE), Fuel Management, Braking/Steering Control Temperature Monitoring, Landing Gear Extension/Retraction, Tyre/Oleo Pressure Indication, etc.
Cabin (ATA 44) & Information (ATA 46) Systems
Passenger Entertainment & Cabin Intercommunication Data Systems; Cabin Network Service; Data exchange between LRUs, typically operated via Flight Attendant Panels including - Data/Radio Comms & In-Flight Entertainment/Cabin Core/External Comms/Cabin Mass Memory/Cabin Monitoring/Miscellaneous Cabin Systems; Storage, Updating & Retrieval of Digital Information. Electronic Library Mass Storage Control including - Air Traffic/Information Management/Network Server/Aircraft General/Flight Deck/Maintenance/Passenger Cabin/Miscellaneous Information Systems
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
Project40.00%
Practical30.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Each student will accurately record and collate evidence of their practical tasks/activities into a Training Logbook, during term time for which a maximum of 30% will be awarded
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Each student will record and collate a range of their own personal experiences into a Journal/Reflective Learning Portfolio, during term time for which a maximum of 40% will be awarded
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Each student will successfully complete a range of Practical Labs/Engineering Tasks on aircraft/engines during term time for which a maximum of 30% will be awarded
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.
Reassessment Description
Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination, Interview or Presentation.

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 No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 5.00 60
Practicals Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00 48
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 9.47 142
Total Weekly Contact Hours 9.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Dale Crane. Aircraft Maintenance Technician Series - Systems.
  • Dale Crane. Aircraft Maintenance Technician Series - Structures.
  • ATPL Book 2 - AGK - Airframe & Systems, OAT.
  • FAA. (2012), Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics General Handbook, FAA.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Jeppesen Sanderson Inc.. A & P Technician General Textbook, Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc., p.533, [ISBN: 0884872033].
  • by William A. Neese. (1991), Aircraft hydraulic systems, Krieger Pub. Co., Malabar, Fla., [ISBN: 0-894-64562-5].
  • Pallet, E. H. J. Pallett. Aircraft Instruments, Longman Publishing Group, [ISBN: 0-582-01898-6].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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