Course Title: Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: AERO6082C

Course Title: Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical 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

Andrew Kim
Tel: +61 3 9925 4295
Email: andrew.kim@rmit.edu.au 

Appointment by email

Dr Amita Iyer
Future Technologies Industry Cluster
Program Manager
Mechanical, Aeronautical and Civil Engineering Programs
Tel: (03) 9925 8311
Fax: (03) 9925 4666
Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques to aeronautical engineering situations including as a member of a design and development team in support of the design and development of engineering applications.

Aeronautical refers to the engineering discipline concerned with the conceptual development, research, design, manufacture, implementation, installation, commissioning and maintenance of aerospace mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel and fire products, processes, systems or services for civil and military applications.

The unit applies to engineering or related activities requiring specific electro and control scientific principles and techniques and is suitable for people giving technical support to aeronautical engineering activities and those pursuing technical qualifications and careers at paraprofessional or technician level.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MEM23052 Apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering
Element:	1. Research basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Research and report on basic electro and control scientific principles relating to aeronautical engineering from appropriate sources of information and examination of applications 1.2 Identify basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware required to implement scientific principles relating to aeronautical engineering situations
Element:	2. Select basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Select the relevant basic electro and control scientific principles for the particular aeronautical engineering situation 2.2 Select the relevant basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware for the particular aeronautical engineering situations
Element:	3. Apply the relevant basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Apply basic electro and control scientific principles in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain any required solution 3.2 Use appropriate calculations and coherent units in the solution of engineering calculations 3.3 Use significant figures in engineering calculations 3.4 Apply basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain required solutions
Element:	4. Report results
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Report on solutions for applications involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style 4.2 Report on solutions for applications not involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style

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 course and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

• Lecture
• Tutorial
• Practicals - Software simulator

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, accountabilities 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 MEM23052 in the Assessment Matrix

Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:

Week	Topics Delivered
1	Introduction to course, course guide, assessments, topics breakdown, resources, equipment (in the lab) & OHS issues. Electrical and Control Principles Assessment 1 - Part A and B are issued
2	Aircraft Batteries Falstad circuit design
3	Aircraft Batteries Aircraft Motors
4	Aircraft Motors Assessment 1 - Part A due (Submission through Canvas)
5	Aircraft Generators
6	Aircraft Generators Aircraft Electrical Distribution Systems Feedback - Assessment 1 – Part A
7	Aircraft Electrical Distribution Systems System Simulator Falstad circuit design
8	System Simulator Falstad circuit design
9	Aircraft Electrical Wiring and Control Devices
10	Aircraft Electrical Wiring and Control Devices Design and Maintenance of Aircraft Electrical System
11	Design and Maintenance of Aircraft Electrical System Autoflight System
12	Autoflight System Engine Starting System
13	Engine Starting System Fire Detection and Control Systems Assessment 1 - Part B due (Submission through Canvas)
14	Anti-skid Control System Anti-icing and De-icing Control Systems
15	Revision
16	Assessment 2 – Test
17 - 18	Assessment 2 – Test - Feedback and Re-assessment and Defer assessment

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 nonteaching hours. The estimated time is minimum 15 hours outside the class time.

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.

Audio-visual aids, course notes available on Canvas and relevant online resources.

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

Assessment 1: Part A (Week 4) and Part B (Week 13)

Assessment 2: Test (Week 16)

This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent.

Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs MEM23052 Elements & Performance Criteria

MEM23052 Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments	1.1	1.2	2.1	2.2	3.1	3.2	3.3	3.4	4.1	4.2
Assessment 1: Part A and Part B	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
Assessment 2: Test		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

Assessment 1: Part A and Part B

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Assessment 2: Test

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

All Assessments MEM23052

2

2

2

2

2

2

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

0

0 (Blank)

Graduate attribute is not assessed

1

Graduate attribute is assessed in at laest one, but less than one-third of the Element.

2

Graduate attribute is assessed in at laest one third, but less than two-thirds of the Element.

3

Graduate attribute is assessed 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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