Course Title: Lay out and set up aircraft systems

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2025

Course Code: AERO6077C

Course Title: Lay out and set up aircraft systems

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: 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

MEA154

Apply work health and safety practices in aviation maintenance

Course Description

his unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to lay out and set up aircraft systems. It requires the application of basic knowledge of aircraft system design and schematic layout, including the relative advantages of different types of systems.

The 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).

This unit forms part of the CASA requirement for maintenance certification licences under Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 66. Where a CASA licensing outcome is sought, users must refer to the licensing provisions in the MEA Aeroskills Companion Volume Implementation Guide.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MEA399 Lay out and set up aircraft systems

Element:

1. Select and lay out schematically aircraft mechanical systems

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify mechanical system applications in aircraft design and their relative advantages and disadvantages compared to other system types

1.2 Identify components of mechanical systems

1.3 Select a mechanical system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

1.4 Identify mechanical system maintenance requirements

Element:

2. Select and lay out schematically aircraft hydraulic systems

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify hydraulic system applications in aircraft design, their operation, and their relative advantages and disadvantages compared to other system types

2.2 Identify aircraft hydraulic fluids, their characteristics and handling precautions

2.3 Identify components of hydraulic systems and describe their operation in general terms

2.4 Select a hydraulic system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

2.5 Determine hydraulic system maintenance requirements

Element:

3. Select and lay out schematically aircraft pneumatic systems

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Identify pneumatic system applications in aircraft design, their operation, and their relative advantages and disadvantages compared to other system types

3.2 Determine components of pneumatic systems and describe their operation in general terms

3.3 Select a pneumatic system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

3.4 Identify pneumatic system maintenance requirements

Element:

4. Select and lay out schematically aircraft fuel storage and distribution systems

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Identify typical fuel storage and distribution systems used in aircraft design

4.2 Determine components of fuel storage and distribution systems and describe their operation

4.3 Select a fuel storage and distribution system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

4.4 Determine types of aircraft fuel, their characteristics, and handling precautions

4.5 Identify fuel storage and distribution system maintenance requirements

Element:

5. Set up and operate a simple hydraulic system

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Sketch the hydraulic system and label all components

5.2 Obtain required components according to hydraulic system requirements

5.3 Assemble and operate system while observing work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including the use of safety data sheets (SDS) and items of personal protective equipment (PPE)

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 Associate.

  • Lecture
  • Tutorial
  • Project

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:

EA1. 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.

EA2. Engineering Application Attributes
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.
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.

EA3. Professional and Personal Attributes
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 MEA399 in the Assessment Matrix.


Teaching Schedule

WeekTopicAssessment
Week 1

Introduction to the course

Aircraft control systems (Various systems and their relative advantages and disadvantages)
Week 2 Aircraft mechanical systems (Part 1)
Week 3

Aircraft mechanical systems (Part 2)
Week 4 Aircraft hydraulic systems (part I - Basic principles and aircraft applications) Assessment 1-Mechanical systems
Week 5 Aircraft hydraulic systems (part II - hydraulic fluids, their characteristics and handling precautions)
Week 6 Aircraft hydraulic systems (part III - hydraulic systems’ components and their operation)
Week 7 Aircraft hydraulic systems (part III - continue)
Week 8 Aircraft Hydraulic Systems (part IV - Maintenance)
Week 9 Aircraft Hydraulic Systems - Practical Assessment 2 -Hydraulic systems practical
Week 10 Aircraft Pneumatic Systems (part I - basic principles and aircraft applications )
Week 11 Aircraft Pneumatic Systems (part II - components of pneumatic systems in aircraft and maintenance requirements) Assessment 3 - Hydraulic systems
Week 12 Aircraft Pneumatic Systems (part II - continue )
Week 13 Aircraft Fuel Storage & Distribution Systems (part I - Fuel and their characteristics ) Assessment 4 - Pneumatic systems
Week 14 Aircraft Fuel Storage & Distribution Systems (part II - of aircraft fuel systems and their maintenance )
Week 15 Aircraft Fuel Storage & Distribution Systems (part II - Continue)
Week 16 Aircraft Fuel Storage & Distribution Systems (part II - Continue) Assessment 5 - Fuel systems
Week 17 Final Assessment Assessment 6 - Final Test
Week 18 Feedback


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 is 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 Tasks

You are required to complete the following assessment tasks:

Assessment 1: Mechanical Systems - Week 4

Assessment 2: Hydraulic systems practical - Week 9

Assessment 3: Hydraulic systems - Week 11

Assessment 4: Pneumatic systems - Week 13

Assessment 5: Fuel Systems - Week 16

Assessment 6: Final Test - Week 17

This course is assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent.


Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs MEA399 Elements & Performance Criteria

Element

Performance criteria

Assessment

Task 1: Mechanical systems

Assessment

Task 2: Hydraulic systems practical

Assessment

Task 3: Hydraulic systems

Assessment

Task 4: Pneumatic systems

Assessment

Task 5: Fuel systems

Assessment

Task 6: Final Test

1. Select and lay out schematically aircraft mechanical systems
  1. Identify mechanical system applications in aircraft design and their relative advantages and disadvantages compared to other system types

Part 1

  1. Identify components of mechanical systems

Part 1

Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6, Q7
  1. Select a mechanical system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

Part 1

  1. Identify mechanical system maintenance requirements

Part 1

2. Select and lay out schematically aircraft hydraulic systems
  1. Identify hydraulic system applications in aircraft design, their operation, and their relative advantages and disadvantages compared to other system types

Part 1

  1. Identify aircraft hydraulic fluids, their characteristics and handling precautions

Part 1

  1. Identify components of hydraulic systems and describe their operation in general terms

Part 1

Q8, Q9, Q11, Q12, Q13
  1. Select a hydraulic system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

Part 1

  1. Determine hydraulic system maintenance requirements

Part 1

3. Select and lay out schematically aircraft pneumatic systems
  1. Identify pneumatic system applications in aircraft design, their operation, and their relative advantages and disadvantages compared to other system types

Part 1

Q16, Q17, Q19
  1. Determine components of pneumatic systems and describe their operation in general terms

Part 1

Q17, Q18, Q21, Q22, Q26
  1. Select a pneumatic system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

Part 1

  1. Identify pneumatic system maintenance requirements

Part 1

Q20, Q21, Q23, Q24, Q254

4. Select and lay out schematically aircraft fuel storage and distribution
  1. Identify typical fuel storage and distribution systems used in aircraft design

Part 1

  1. Determine components of fuel storage and distribution systems and describe their operation

Part 1

Q27, Q28, Q29, Q30, Q31, Q32, Q33, Q34, Q35
  1. Select a fuel storage and distribution system for an application, sketch the schematic layout, and label all components

Part 1

  1. Determine types of aircraft fuel, their characteristics, and handling precautions

Part 1

Q36, Q37, Q38, Q39, Q40
  1. Identify fuel storage and distribution system maintenance requirements

Part 1

5. Set up and operate a simple hydraulic system
  1. Sketch the hydraulic system and label all components

Part 2

  1. Obtain required components according to hydraulic system requirements

Part 3, Part 4

  1. Assemble and operate system while observing work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including the use of safety data sheets (SDS) and items of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Part 1, Part 4

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
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  • 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.

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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.
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