Course Title: Apply aeronautical modelling for computer-aided engineering

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: AERO6085C

Course Title: Apply aeronautical modelling for computer-aided engineering

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

School: 520T Future Technologies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6187 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Aeronautical)

Course Contact: Amita Iyer

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8311

Course Contact Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

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

MEA701   Produce aeronautical engineering related graphics 

Course Description

This unit of competency applies to modelling of aeronautical systems and components for civil or military aircraft. It is suitable for people working as design drafters and those pursuing paraprofessional careers and qualifications in aeronautical engineering at the paraprofessional level.

This unit of competency covers the application of aeronautical modelling techniques for aircraft, aircraft structure, systems and component design, modification or maintenance purposes. It includes consideration of the computer-aided engineering (CAE) purposes for which the model is required, such as initial design, modification design or maintenance and as a basis for generating orthogonal drawings and wiring, circuit and schematic diagrams.

This unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MEA703 Apply aeronautical modelling for computer-aided engineering
Element:	1. Identify the fundamentals of aeronautical engineering modelling
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Investigate applications for aeronautical modelling 1.2 Identify sustainability issues related to modelling 1.3 Identify work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements related to modelling processes and materials 1.4 Identify the model parameters, form, function and features, virtual or physical 1.5 Identify processes required which may include those for generating graphics, post-processing and physical modelling 1.6 Identify technical and professional assistance for advice as required
Element:	2. Develop aeronautical model
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Generate initial graphical model and adjust in consultation with stakeholders in accordance with procedures or agreement 2.2 Prepare model for intended purpose 2.3 Use model for purpose and complete investigative analysis or produce physical model 2.4 Evaluate model against design criteria and with stakeholders and make adjustments as required 2.5 Engage appropriate technical and professional assistance for advice as required
Element:	3. Finalise model
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Report and demonstrate results 3.2 Provide documentation, instructions, models and files as required  3.3 Obtain sign-off

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the elements of this unit of competency.

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
Practical laboratory testings and/or simulations

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

EA 1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, account abilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability

EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes

EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanor.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency  in the Assessment Matrix.

Teaching Schedule

Week	Topic	Assessment
Week 1	Introduction to the course, Aeronautical Modelling
Week 2	Introduction to Design Organization, Design Documentation & Validation
Week 3	The Design Process- Defining the Client’s Design Problem
Week 4	Design Process- Functions and Requirements	Assessment 1: Interim Project Report
Week 5	Conceptual Design & Initial Modelling
Week 6	Design Process- Generating and Evaluating Design Alternatives
Week 7	Design Modelling, Analysis, and Optimization
Week 8	Finalising the Conceptual Design	Assessment 2: Final Project Report
Week 9	Building Models and Properties & Engineering Drawing and report writing
Week 10	CAD Modelling - 1
Week 11	CAD Modelling - 2
Week 12	Practical Modelling: Radial Engine Components	Assessment 3: Radial Engine Assembly
Week 13	Radial Engine Assembly
Week 14	Documentation & Industry Standards
Week 15	Revision - 1
Week 16	Revision - 2
Week 17	Knowledge Assessment	Assessment 4: Knowledge Questions
Week 18	Feedback to students

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

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

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content are assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.

Assessment Tasks

You are required to complete the following assessment tasks:

Assessment 1:  Interim Project Report - Week 4 

Assessment 2:  Final Project Report - Week 8 

Assessment 3:  Radial Engine Assembly - Week 12

Assessment 4:  Knowledge Questions - Week 17

This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent.

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs MEA703 Elements & Performance Criteria

 

Element	Performance criteria
		Assessment Task 1: Interim Report	Assessment Task 2: Final Design Report	Assessment Task 3: Radial Engine Assembly	Assessment Task 4: Knowledge Questions
1. Identify the fundamentals of aeronautical engineering modelling	Investigate applications for aeronautical modelling	Part 1			Q11, Q16
Identify sustainability issues related to modelling	Part 1			Q1, Q2
Identify work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements related to modelling processes and materials	Part 1
Identify the model parameters, form, function and features, virtual or physical	Part 2, Part 3		Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4
Identify processes required which may include those for generating graphics, post-processing and physical modelling	Part 2, Part 3		Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4	Q6, Q7, Q8, Q9
Identify technical and professional assistance for advice as required		Part 1
2. Develop aeronautical model	Generate initial graphical model and adjust in consultation with stakeholders in accordance with procedures or agreement	Part 4	Part 1, Part 3
Prepare model for intended purpose	Part 4	Part 2	Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4
Use model for purpose and complete investigative analysis or produce physical model		Part 2		Q12, Q13, Q14, Q15
Evaluate model against design criteria and with stakeholders and make adjustments as required		Part 1
Engage appropriate technical and professional assistance for advice as required		Part 1, Part 2
3. Finalise model	Report and demonstrate results		Part 3, Part 4
Provide documentation, instructions, models and files as required		Part 3
Obtain sign-off		Part 3

 

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 offense 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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