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MEM23098A
Apply automated systems principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to selecting and applying automated systems principles and techniques. It includes identifying characteristics of automated systems and related principles and techniques, selecting principles and techniques for particular automated systems, applying principles and techniques to automated systems, and quoting results.

Applications may include participation in avionic system design, development of modifications, development and support of fault tree and fault diagnosis guides, and test equipment development or modification.

This unit of competency covers applying scientific principles and techniques to automated systems in avionic engineering.

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Prerequisites

MEA272A

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills



Evidence Required

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Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply automated systems principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor’s reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Method of assessment

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with applying automated systems principles and techniques in engineering situations or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Guidance information for assessment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required knowledge includes:

avionic systems techniques and related technologies, software and hardware associated with implementing scientific principles in engineering solutions and related to appropriate engineering applications

the limitations of avionic systems techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware

the relevance of scientific principles to avionic systems engineering

applicability and limitations of an extensive range of avionic systems techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware

the choice of avionic systems scientific principles for particular applications

applicability of particular avionic systems techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware to specific applications

the choice of avionic systems techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware for particular applications

the method of application of the scientific principles

fundamental and derived quantities

common systems of units

the procedure for converting between systems of units

common prefixes used with units and their values

the procedure for ensuring coherent units for meaningful solutions to equations

the concept of significant figures

the uncertainty of computations based on experimental data

procedures for determining the significance of figures in calculations

procedures for estimating errors in derived quantities

the method of application of the avionic systems techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware

the significance of the calculation solution style in relation to the original task

the significance of the non-calculation solution style in relation to the original task

Required skills include:

applying avionic systems principles relevant to engineering

analysing the given situation to determine what is required in the manner of a solution

analysing the given situation to determine which avionic systems principles are selected

selecting appropriate avionic systems interfacing techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware to suit applications

applying appropriate avionic systems principles in determining the required solution

applying and manipulating formulas and calculations for engineering applications

using the correct units to solve engineering calculations

checking the validity of equations using a systematic method for ensuring coherent units

applying avionic systems interfacing techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware in a manner appropriate to the application and identified scientific principles

referring solutions to the original aim of the application

quoting solutions in appropriate units and using appropriate significant figures

presenting solutions referring to the original aim of the application

Automated systems

Automated systems refer to:

the engineering discipline concerned with the conceptual development, research, design, manufacture and/or implementation and/or installation, commissioning and maintenance of automated processes, systems or services for converting energy into power and motion, materials into product and components into machines and systems for domestic, commercial, industrial, civil, entertainment, medical or military applications

Automated systems may incorporate:

mechanical, electronics, programming, electrical and fluid power elements in a system designed to achieve a desired output in response to a variety of inputs, disturbances and variables

Automated systems engineering techniques

Automated systems engineering techniques includes:

the use of system analysis, mechanical and electro, programming and software skills for design, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and maintenance of systems, processes and services

Automated systems technique may be enhanced by:

the development of basic capabilities with hand and power tools, experience of processes and materials properties

Automated systems applications

In general, principles and techniques for automated systems will include:

mechanical, structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, fluid pumping, electrical and electronic control principles and techniques

The control systems will typically include:

sensory elements, such as position, level, pressure, temperature, flow rate, pH sensors, computer, PLC or dedicated microprocessor control together with appropriate signal conditioning and actuator interfacing. Emergency stop and failsafe design should be incorporated as required

Communications may be:

hard-wired, telemetric, radio or phone linked

Specific avionic applications include:

automatic flight control systems

full authority digital engine control systems

engine indicating and crew alerting systems

flight management systems

telemetry associated with flight test recording

aircraft electronic instrument display systems

electronic centralised aircraft monitor systems

Sources of information

Sources of information include:

reference texts

relevant standards

manufacturer catalogues and industrial magazines

websites

use of phone, email and fax information gathering

Regulatory requirements

Regulatory requirements may be found in:

Civil Aviation Regulations or Civil Aviation Safety Regulations

Technical Airworthiness Maintenance Manual (AAP 7001.053)

Federal Aviation Regulations (United States)

European Aviation Safety Regulations

Transport Canada CTA Rules

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Research and report on automated systems engineering techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware associated with implementing scientific principles relating to automated systems applications using appropriate sources of information 
Identify regulatory requirements associated with avionic automated systems 
Select the relevant principles for particular automated systems situations 
Select the relevant techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware for particular automated systems situations 
Apply the principles in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain any required solution 
Use appropriate calculations and correct units to establish quantities 
Use coherent units in equations in a systematic manner to ensure meaningful solutions 
Use significant figures in engineering calculations 
Apply the techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain required solutions 
Quote solutions for applications involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style 
Quote solutions for applications not involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style 

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