Course Title: Inspect, test and troubleshoot gas turbine engine systems and components

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C4331 Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)

Course Title: Inspect, test and troubleshoot gas turbine engine systems and components

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 200

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Course Contact: Ross McDermott

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99258918

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This unit of competency is part of the Mechanical Certificate IV (Aircraft Maintenance Stream) training pathway. It covers the competencies required to inspect, test and troubleshoot the systems and components of gas turbine engines. This unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the ADF and CASA.
Where a CASA licensing outcome is sought this unit forms part of the CASA requirement for the granting of the chosen Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence under CASR Part 66, in accordance with the licensing provisions in Section 3, Assessment Guidelines.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply hand skills, use maintenance publications and engine and system theory knowledge to inspect, test and troubleshoot gas turbine engines and engine system components on fixed or rotary wing aircraft while applying all relevant safety precautions.
 

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

MEA306C Remove and install engine systems and components

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	MEA314C Inspect, test and troubleshoot gas turbine engine systems and components
Elements:	1. Inspect gas turbine engine system and components 2. Test gas turbine engine system 3. Prepare for troubleshooting 4. Troubleshoot gas turbine engine system

Learning Outcomes

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Overview of Assessment

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including:
• Practical demonstration of skills application and underpinning theory questioning
• Observations of practical tasks
• 3rd Party Reports by ADF experts and assessors