Course Title: Integrate aeronautical fundamentals into an engineering task

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: AERO6083C

Course Title: Integrate aeronautical fundamentals into an engineering task

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 99258311

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

MEA705

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations

MEM23004A

Apply technical mathematics

MEM23007A

Apply calculus to engineering tasks

Course Description

The unit of competency applies to engineering or related projects requiring aeronautical engineering skills and includes the identification, application and integration of aeronautical fundamentals. It includes identifying task parameters, personal and team function, chain of responsibility and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines. It includes investigation of aircraft structure, power plants and of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and flight control systems and components and aeronautical fundamentals, including structural, power plant and aircraft system methods and processes, workshop techniques, materials, scientific and mathematical principles and computer software. It requires completion of the task in cooperation with the team and documentation of the process and outcomes.

It is suitable for people pursuing paraprofessional careers and qualifications in aeronautical engineering.

 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MEA713 Integrate aeronautical fundamentals into an engineering task

Element:

1. Investigate scope of engineering task

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Determine task parameters and context

1.2 Confirm personal functions and responsibilities, team and support functional group interdependencies and communications 

1.3 Confirm that task and responsibility is appropriate to qualifications and delegations and that appropriate support, including technical and professional assistance, is available when required 

1.4 Determine chain of responsibility for the activity 

1.5 Determine WHS, regulatory requirements, risk management and organisational procedures 

Element:

2. Evaluate task for aeronautical fundamentals requirements

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Evaluate methods, processes and workshop techniques required by task 

2.2 Evaluate aeronautical fundamentals required by task 

2.3 Evaluate functions and features of aeronautical components and systems related to the task 

2.4 Evaluate software techniques required for basic programming, analysis and graphics 

Element:

3. Integrate aeronautical fundamentals

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Plan the task 

3.2 Communicate, cooperate and negotiate with stakeholders, use systems thinking to address contingencies and constraints, problem solving and decision making and continuous improvement to achieve integration task 

3.3 Integrate aeronautical fundamentals to achieve task objectives 

Element:

4. Report results

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Report results of investigation, evaluation and integration 

4.2 Provide documentation, such as diagrams and calculations 

4.3 Provide documentation, such as modification instructions and maintenance manual or manual amendment and other documentation required by configuration management (CM) or integrated logistic support (ILS) procedures, where applicable 

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

This Course delivered in Clustering with EMPL6012C MEM22001 Perform engineering 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

Topics

Deliverables

Week 1

Introduction to Course & Engineering Fundamentals

 

Week 2

Work Health & Safety (WHS) and Regulatory Requirements

 

Week 3

Engineering Task Investigation & Project Scope

  

Week 4

Project Management & Scheduling

  

Week 5

Evaluating Aeronautical Fundamentals

  

Week 6

Software Tools in Aeronautical Engineering-

Assessment 1- Project plan implementation

Week 7

Aerodynamics & Performance Analysis

  

Week 8

Manufacturing & Material Selection

  

Week 9

Reverse Engineering & Component Analysis

Assessment 2 - Project reports and presentation

Week 10

Project Reporting & Documentation

  

Week 11

Career Development & Industry Trends

Assessment 3 - Career development

Week 12

Professional Development & Resume Building

  

Week 13

Finalizing the Project & Continuous Improvement-

 

Week 14

Configuration Management & Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

  

Week 15

Project Presentations & Technical Communication-

 

Week 16

Finalizing Documentation & Report Writing

  

Week 17

Knowledge Assessment & Exam Review

Assessment 4 - Knowledge Questions

Week 18

Final Knowledge Assessment & Course Wrap-Up

  


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.

This unit is clustered with  MEM22001 - Perform engineering activities. Please enrol in both the units.


Assessment Tasks

This Course delivered is Clustered with EMPL6012C MEM22001 Perform engineering activities 

You are required to complete the following assessment tasks:

Assessment 1- Project plan implementation - Week 6 

Assessment 2 - Project reports and presentation - Week 9

Assessment 3 - Career development - Week 11

Assessment 4 - Knowledge Questions - Week 17

 


Assessment Matrix

This Course delivered is Clustered with EMPL6012C MEM22001 Perform engineering activities

Assessment vs MEM22001 Elements & Performance Criteria

Element

Performance criteria

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessment

Task 1:

Project plan implementation

Assessment

Task 2:

Project reports and presentation

Assessment

Task 3:

Career development

Assessment

Task 4:

Knowledge Questions

1. Identify and implement engineering practices

1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

 

Part 1

Part 1, Part 2,

Part 3, Part 4

 

 

1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

 

Part 1

 

 

 

1.3 Identify engineering practices applicable to engineering activities

 

Part 1, Part 2

Part 1, Part 2,

Part 3, Part 4

 

 

1.4 Research and evaluate factors, conditions and contexts integral to effective engineering practice

 

Part 1, Part 2

 

 

 

1.5 Research and evaluate the application of management practices and regulatory and legal systems to engineering practice

 

Part 1

 

 

 

1.6 Incorporate elements of engineering practices into engineering activities

 

Part 1

Part 1, Part 2,

Part 3, Part 4

 

 

2. Negotiate, document and monitor outcomes and performance measures

2.1 Consult with technical experts and specialists relevant to work requirements

 

 

Part 1

 

 

2.2 Evaluate and rank engineering options for activity

 

 

Part 1

 

 

2.3 Negotiate and document performance measures for processes and outcomes with stakeholders

 

 

Part 1

 

 

3. Implement activities

3.1 Negotiate and document work instructions with taskforce

 

 

Part 1

 

 

3.2 Analyse hazards and risks associated with activity

 

Part 1

 

 

 

3.3 Monitor and respond to progress in co-operation and consultation with stakeholders and taskforce

 

Part 3

 

 

 

3.4 Conclude engineering activities in accordance with workplace and legislative requirements

 

Part 2, Part 3, Part 4

 

 

4. Evaluate career options and develop career development strategy

 

4.1 Develop career options based on current engineering activities

 

 

 

Part 1

 

4.2 Develop a curriculum vitae (CV) portfolio of current engineering activities that is also a framework for future engineering activities

 

 

 

Part 2, Part 3

 

 

Assessment vs MEA713 Elements & Performance Criteria

Element

Performance criteria

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessment

Task 1:

Project plan implementation

Assessment

Task 2:

Project reports and presentation

Assessment

Task 3:

Career development

Assessment

Task 4:

Knowledge Questions

1. Investigate scope of engineering task
  1. Determine task parameters and context

 

Part 1

Part 2, Part 3

 

 
  1. Confirm personal functions and responsibilities, team and support functional group interdependencies and communications

 

Part 1

 

 

 
  1. Confirm that task and responsibility is appropriate to qualifications and delegations and that appropriate support, including technical and professional assistance, is available when required

 

Part 1

 

 

 
  1. Determine chain of responsibility for the activity

 

Part 1

 

 

 
  1. Determine WHS, regulatory requirements, risk management and organisational procedures

 

Part 1

 

 

 

2. Evaluate task for aeronautical fundamentals requirements
  1. Evaluate methods, processes and workshop techniques required by task

 

Part 2

 

 

 
  1. Evaluate aeronautical fundamentals required by task

 

Part 1, Part 2

 

 

 
  1. Evaluate functions and features of aeronautical components and systems related to the task

 

Part 1, Part 2

 

 

 
  1. Evaluate software techniques required for basic programming, analysis and graphics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Part 1, Part 2

 

 

 

3. Integrate aeronautical fundamentals
  1. Plan the task

 

Part 1

 

 

 
  1. Communicate, cooperate and negotiate with stakeholders, use systems thinking to address contingencies and constraints, problem solving and decision making and continuous improvement to achieve integration task

 

Part 1

Part 1

 

 
  1. Integrate aeronautical fundamentals to achieve task objectives

 

Part 1, Part 2

Part 1

 

 

4. Report results
  1. Report results of investigation, evaluation and integration

 

 

Part 2,

Part 3, Part 4

 

 
  1. Provide documentation, such as diagrams and calculations

 

 

Part 2,

Part 3, Part 4

 

 
  1. Provide documentation, such as modification instructions and maintenance manual or manual amendment and other documentation required by configuration management (CM) or integrated logistic support (ILS) procedures, where applicable

 

 

Part 2,

Part 3, Part 4

 

 

 

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Relevant
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