Course Title: Apply basic aircraft design characteristics

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: AERO5819C

Course Title: Apply basic aircraft design characteristics

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6131 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Aeronautical)

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dr. Amir Fard
Ph: 9925 4184
Email: amir.fard@rmit.edu.au

Appointments via email

Yadana Wai

Tel: 9925 4461

E: yadana.wai@rmit.edu.au 

Appointments via email

Program Manager: Amita Iyer
Tel: 9925 8311
E: Amita.Iyer@rmit.edu.au 

Appointments via email

Nominal Hours: 120

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

MEA101B Interpret occupational health and safety practices in aviation maintenance
MEA107B Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications
MEA109B Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance

Course Description

This unit of competency is part of Diploma and Advanced Diploma training pathways. It covers the aerodynamic shape and structure of aircraft.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MEA341A Apply basic aircraft design characteristics
Element:	1. Research and evaluate aeroplane aerodynamic shape
Performance Criteria:	1.1. Common wing plan forms are identified and relative advantages and disadvantages are evaluated 1.2. Common wing configurations are identified and relative advantages and disadvantages are identified 1.3. Aerofoil characteristics are discussed in terms of aircraft performance 1.4. Aeroplane .stability and control is discussed in terms of aerodynamic design 1.5. Types of primary and secondary flight control surfaces are identified and control balancing is discussed 1.6. Types of lift augmentation device are identified and compared 1.7. Factors that affect an aircraft in subsonic and high speed flight are identified
Element:	2.Research and evaluate rotary wing aerodynamic design
Performance Criteria:	2.1. Common rotor configurations are identified and their aerodynamic characteristics discussed 2.2. Rotary wing aircraft control and stability are discussed
Element:	3.Research and evaluate basic aircraft structural design
Performance Criteria:	3.1. The loads acting on an aircraft structure are identified 3.2. The methods of construction of airframes and power plant support structures are identified and compared 3.3. The materials of construction commonly used in aircraft structures are identified and their relative advantages and disadvantages are discussed 3.4. Fabrication methods commonly used in aircraft structure are identified and discussed 3.5. Maintenance requirements for aircraft structure are identified
Element:	4.Research and evaluate basic landing gear design and construction
Performance Criteria:	4.1. The configurations of landing gear are identified and discussed in terms of relative advantages and disadvantages 4.2. The relative benefits of fixed and retractable landing gear are identified and discussed 4.3. Construction materials used in landing gear components are identified and discussed
Element:	5.Apply basic aircraft design characteristics
Performance Criteria:	5.1. Given required aircraft use and performance characteristics, an appropriate aerodynamic shape is determined 5.2. An appropriate method of construction, materials of construction and fabrication method are proposed 5.3. An appropriate landing gear configuration is proposed

Learning Outcomes

Refer to Elements

Details of Learning Activities

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the two clustered competencies (AERO5819C and AERO5952C ) and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates: 

• Lecture
• Tutorial
• Quiz and test
• Assignment and project

Cluster Information:This course is delivered in a cluster in conjunction with AERO5952C. You must enroll in both courses delivered in this cluster. All the learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies AERO5819C and AERO5952C.
Elements and Performance Criteria for (AERO5819C) MEA341A

1.	Research and evaluate aeroplane aerodynamic shape	1.1	Common wing plan forms are identified and relative advantages and disadvantages are evaluated
		1.2	Common wing configurations are identified and relative advantages and disadvantages are identified
		1.3	Aerofoil characteristics are discussed in terms of aircraft performance
		1.4	Aeroplane stability and control is discussed in terms of aerodynamic design
		1.5	Types of primary and secondary flight control surfaces are identified and control balancing is discussed
		1.6	Types of lift augmentation device are identified and compared
		1.7	Factors that affect an aircraft in subsonic and high speed flight are identified
2.	Research and evaluate rotary wing aerodynamic design	2.1	Common rotor configurations are identified and discuss their aerodynamic characteristics discussed
	2.2	Rotary wing aircraft control and stability are discussed
3.	Research and evaluate basic aircraft structural design	3.1	The loads acting on an aircraft structure are identified
	3.2	The methods of construction of airframes and power plant support structures are identified and compared
		3.3	The materials of construction commonly used in aircraft structures are identified and their relative advantages and disadvantages discussed
		3.4	Fabrication methods commonly used in aircraft structure are identified and discussed
		3.5	Maintenance requirements for aircraft structure are identified
4.	Research and evaluate basic landing gear design and construction	4.1	The configurations of landing gear are identified and discussed in terms of relative advantages and disadvantages
		4.2	The relative benefits of fixed and retractable landing gear are identified and discussed
		4.3	Construction materials used in landing gear components are identified and discussed
5.	Apply basic aircraft design characteristics	5.1	Given required aircraft use and performance characteristics an appropriate aerodynamic shape is determined
		5.2	An appropriate method of construction, materials of construction and fabrication method are proposed
		5.3	An appropriate landing gear configuration is proposed

Elements and Performance Criteria for (AERO5952C) MEM14065A

1	Research and report the context and parameters of the planning and design process for aeronautical engineering applications	1.1	Research and report on the context and parameters of the planning and design process for aeronautical engineering applications
1.2	Identify and report on the market and industrial context and parameters of the planning and design process for a significant and particular aeronautical engineering application
2	Interpret the brief and clarify client requirements	2.1	Interpret client requirements for an application in an engineering environment
2.2	Develop the design requirements and parameters with client
3	Prepare concept proposal	3.1	Generate a range of different, innovative and creative approaches to achieve design requirements
3.2	Check feasibility of a range of design solutions against design parameters
3.3	Assess opportunities for concurrent design activities
3.4	Assess design solutions for conformity to occupational health and safety (OHS), environment and regulatory requirements
3.5	Seek opinions of colleagues and a range of creative and technical experts/specialists
3.6	Prepare plan and design concept proposal that includes results of feasibility study consideration of expert opinion, initial calculations and modelling and the use of judgment and discretion
3.7	Review concept proposal with client to improve outcomes and overcome possible problems
4	Implement the planning and design process for particular applications	4.1	Select and manage resources and processes to develop the plan or design
4.2	Document management processes
4.3	Incorporate appropriate components and systems in the planning and design process
4.4	Perform engineering activities and manage self to implement the planning and design process
4.5	Apply appropriate calculations and assumptions in implementing the planning and design process
4.6	Implement appropriate computing hardware and software and programming techniques in the planning and design process
4.7	Apply appropriate scientific principles to implement planning and design process
4.8	Implement appropriate materials properties knowledge in the planning and design process
4.9	Implement appropriate engineering methods and processes knowledge in the planning and design process
4.10	Ensure implementation is appropriate and efficiently carried out in the planning and design process
5	Review the design and implementation plan	5.1	Review the design and implementation plan to ensure conformity with current specification, contract and organisational procedures, OHS and regulatory standards, that it addresses feedback from stakeholders and meets client expectations
5.2	Achieve and document client acceptance of the design
6	Maintain design documentation	6.1	Complete all design documentation in accordance with organisational requirements
6.2	Confirm planning charts are current, resource and costing records complete
7	Review design outcomes	7.1	Review design outcomes in terms of the intended and actual use

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 engineering.
EA1.2. Conceptual understanding of 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.

EA2. 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.

EA3. 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 demeanor.
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 MEA341A in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

  Proposed teaching schedule 

Week	Topics Delivered
1	Introduction to the course, Anatomy of the aircraft components,  Introduction to UAV project
2	Wing and Aerofoil Plan and Design UAV Project
3	Wing and Aerofoil Plan and Design UAV Project
4	Wing and Aerofoil Plan and Design UAV Project
5	Wing and Aerfoil, Flight Control Surfaces Plan and Design UAV Project
6	Flight Control Balancing Methods, Aircraft Stability and Control Plan and Design UAV Project
7	Aircraft Stability and Control Plan, Design and Build UAV Project The UAV Project Conceptual Design Report is due
8	High-Speed Flight Plan, Design and Build UAV Project Test 1
9	Rotatory Wing Aerodynamics & Design Plan, Design and Build UAV Project
10	Rotatory Wing Aerodynamics & Design Plan, Design and Build UAV Project
11	Basic aircraft structural design Plan, Design and Build UAV Project
12	Basic aircraft structural design Plan, Design and Build UAV Project
13	Basic aircraft structural design Plan, Design and Build UAV Project
14	Landing Gear Design Configuration Aircraft Maintenance Requirements Plan, Design, and Build UAV Project Assignment is due
15	Test 2 Plan, Design, and Build UAV Project
16	UAV Project Flight Testing
17	The UAV Project Final Design Report is due
18	Student Feedback

                                                                        
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignment, 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 minimum 30 hours outside the class time.

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

1. Anderson, D.F., “Understanding Flight”, McGraw-Hill, 2001.
2. Burton, M., “Principles of Flight”, Airlife Publishing Ltd., 1997.
3. Carpenter, C.”Flightwisw Volume 1: Principles of Aircraft Flight“, Airlife Publishing Ltd., 1997.
4. Carpenter, C.”Flightwisw Volume 2: Aircraft Stability and Control“, Airlife Publishing Ltd., 1997.
5. Talay, Theodore A., "Introduction to Aerodynamics of Flight", NASA-Sp-367, 1975
6. Airfarme and Powerplant Mechanics. Airframe Handbook. EA-AC65-15A, Federal Aviation Administration Publishing, Washington DC, USA.
7. Airfarme and Powerplant Mechanics. General Handbook. EA-AC65-9A, Federal Aviation Administration Publishing, Washington DC, USA.
8. Crane, D. Airframe section Textbook. EA-ITP-AB, Aviation Maintenance Publishers, Basin, Wyoming, 1995.
9. Delp, Bent & Mckinley. "Aircraft Maintenance and Repair". 5th Edition, McGraw Hill, New York, 1987.
10. Foye, J. "Aircraft Technical Dictionary". 3rd Edition, Casper, Wyoming, 1990.

Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

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 – Quizzes
• Assessment 2 – Tests
• Assessment 3 – Assignment
• Assessment 4 – Project

These tasks assess the following course learning outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Elements/ Performance Criteria	Assessment Task 1	Assessment Task 2	Assessment Task 3	Assessment Task 4
1.1	X	X	X
1.2	X	X	X
1.3	X	X	X	X
1.4	X	X	X
1.5	X	X	X	X
1.6	X	X	X	X
1.7	X	X	X
2.1	X	X	X
2.2	X	X	X
3.1	X	X	X
3.2	X	X	X
3.3	X	X	X
3.4	X	X	X
3.5	X	X	X
4.1	X	X	X	X
4.2	X	X	X	X
4.3	X	X	X
5.1		X	X	X
5.2			X	X
5.3			X	X

 

 

 

Assessment Tasks

You are required to complete the following assessment tasks:

Assessment 1: Conceptual Design Report

Assessment 2: Project

Assessment 3: Final Design Report

Assessment 4: Assignment

Assessment 5: Tests

This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent. 

The candidates who are attained competency in ALL performance criteria, then, will be graded according to their performance on assessment tasks.

You will be assessed in various ways to ensure you meet the requirements of the course. Assessment tasks consist of quizzes, one assignment, one project and two written tests.

All assessment tasks need to be successfully completed to demonstrate competence.
 

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs MEA341A Elements & Performance Criteria
                                                                     

MEA341A Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessments

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

1.7

2.1

2.2

3.1

3.2

3.3

3.4

3.5

4.1

4.2

4.3

5.1

5.2

5.3

Assessment 1:  Conceptual Design Report

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2:  Project

X

X

Assessment 3:  Final Design Report

Assessment 4:  Assignment

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 5:  Test

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment vs 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

Assessment 1

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 3

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 4

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 5

X

X

X

X

All Assessments MEM14065A

3

3

3

2

2

2

3

1

2

2

1

2

3

2

2

2

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

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:

• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
 

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 

Equitable Learning Services (ELS):

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).

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 lodgment 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: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism. 

Other Information: 

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

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