Course Title: Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: MIET6172C
Course Title: Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6131 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Aeronautical)
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vocenengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
James Ong
Phone: +613 99258035
Email: james.ong@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
MEA105B Apply quality standards applicable to aviation maintenance processes
MEA108B Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation
Course Description
This unit is applicable to all Aeroskills Maintenance training pathways. It covers the competencies required to perform basic hand skills, apply
standard trade practices and fundamentals relevant to the maintenance of aircraft and aircraft components.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEA109B Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance |
Element: |
1. Assess task requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Available information from relevant documentation and/or other sources, including communication with other personnel |
Element: |
2. Select tools and/or equipment |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Hand and/or power tools or equipment are selected for appropriate application to the required task. |
Element: |
3. Use tools and/or equipment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Tools and/or equipment are used according to standard practices to ensure the correct outcome is produced. |
Element: |
4. Store tools and/ or equipment |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Tools and/or equipment are stored safely and securely in accordance with enterprise procedures. |
Element: |
5. Apply standard trade practices |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1. Simple items are manufactured using basic engineering hand skills. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates
· Lectures
· Tutorials
· Projects
· Industrial visit
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA 1. Knowledge And Skill Base
EA1.1. Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering
EA1.2. Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
EA1.3. In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
EA1.4. Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
EA1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
EA1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
EA 2. Engineering Application Ability
EA2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
EA2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
EA2.3. Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
EA2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
EA 3. Professional And Personal Attributes
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency MEA109B in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
Week | Topics Delivered | Elements / Performance Criteria |
9 | Introduction and Overview of course | 1.1,2.1,2.2,2.3,3.1,3.2,3.3,4.1,5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
10 | Aircraft maintenance documentation (regulatory and enterprise procedures). Refer to industry standard procedures specified by manufacturers, regulatory authorities or the enterprise | 1.1 |
11 |
General purpose power tools - Select tools and/or equipment for appropriate application; The use of tools and equipment includes the related manipulative skills required to perform maintenance Safety lock-wiring - Due Week 11 |
2.1,2.3,3.2,3.3 |
12 | Specify and implement methods, processes and construction techniques for aeronautical engineering applications. Personal (own) instrument/tool control and Loan tool control and audit. Recording and storage of the calibrated items | 1.1,2.1,2.2,2.3,3.1,3.2,3.3,4.1 |
13 | Common types of safety locking devices and fasteners are correctly selected and used. Fastener safety lock wiring-practice | 5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
14 | Simple items are manufactured using basic engineering hand skills: Toolbox | 5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
15 |
Toolbox manufacturing - Continue Toolbox - Due Week 15 |
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
16 | Revision | 5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
17 | Written Exam - Theory | 1.1,2.1,2.2,2.3,3.1,3.2,3.3,4.1,5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
18 | Feedback | 1.1,2.1,2.2,2.3,3.1,3.2,3.3,4.1,5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,5.5 |
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 20 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
NAC 04 Workbook |
References
Other Resources
Class notes on BlackBoard
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Practical workshop assessment 1 – Safety lock wiring
Weighting towards final grade (%): 20
Assessment 2: Practical workshop assessment 2 – Toolbox
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40
Assessment 3: Written Test-Theory
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Elements/ Performance Criteria |
Practical workshop assessment 1-Safety lock wiring |
Practical workshop assessment 2 - Toolbox |
Written Test-Theory |
1.1 |
X |
X |
X |
2.1 |
X |
X |
X |
2.2 |
X |
X |
X |
2.3 |
X |
X |
X |
3.1 |
X |
X |
X |
3.2 |
X |
X |
X |
3.3 |
X |
X |
X |
4.1 |
X |
X |
X |
5.1 |
X |
X |
X |
5.2 |
X |
X |
X |
5.3 |
X |
X |
X |
5.4 |
X |
X |
X |
5.5 |
X |
X |
X |
Assessment Tasks
- Practical workshop assessment 1 - Safety lock-wiring - 20% (Due Week 11)
- Practical workshop assessment 2 - Toolbox - 40% (Due Week 15)
- Written exam-Theory - 40% (Week 17)
All Assignments will go through Academic Integrity Check software TurnItIn. Please also refer to the marking guide for more detail information about all assessments.
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:
80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs MEA109B Elements and Performance Criteria
Assessments | 1.1 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.5 |
Practical workshop assessment 1-Safety lock wiring | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Practical workshop assessment 2 - Toolbox | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Written exam-Theory | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
EA1.1 | EA1.2 | EA1.3 | EA1.4 | EA1.5 | EA1.6 | EA2.1 | EA2.2 | EA2.3 | EA2.4 | EA3.1 | EA3.2 | EA3.3 | EA3.4 | EA3.5 | EA3.6 | |
Practical workshop assessment 1 - Safety lock-wiring | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
Practical workshop assessment 2 - Toolbox | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
written exam-Theory | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
All Assessment MEA109B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed | |||||||||||||||
1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one but less than one-third of the Element | |||||||||||||||
2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third but less than two-thirds of the Element | |||||||||||||||
3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element |
Other Information
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 25 hours outside the class time.
Study and Learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Disability Liaison Unit:
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit.
Late Submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special Consideration:
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please refer: http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Email Communication:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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