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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for troubleshooting
  2. Test gas turbine engine system.
  3. Troubleshoot gas turbine engine system

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

Application of relevant OHampS procedures

The use of relevant maintenance documentation and aircraft manuals to

recognise through visualphysical inspection external and internal signs of defects in gas turbine engines components and system components

assist with testing of gas turbine engine and engine system operation be able to operate systems monitor indications record parameters and recognise correct function

compile engine condition monitoring records

rig and adjust engine controls and systems

Using fault diagnosis guides and equivalent data to accurately and efficiently troubleshoot the causes of unserviceabilities in gas turbine engines and engine systems clearly record details and identify the required rectification actions

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of

Fault diagnosis techniques

Gas turbine engine and engine system layout and operation

System component operation including electrical and instrument system interfaces

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply hand skills use maintenance publications and engine and system theory knowledge to test and troubleshoot gas turbine engines and engine system components on fixed or rotary wing aircraft while applying all relevant safety precautions

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

The underlying skills inherent in this unit should be transferable across a range of inspection testing and troubleshooting applications including the timely involvement of supervisor or other trades associated with engine systems It is essential that system test procedures take into account all safety precautions associated with gas turbine engine system operation especially with regard to highenergy ignition units and that awareness be demonstrated of dual inspection requirements associated with work on engine control systems

Evidence of transferability of skills and knowledge related to testing and troubleshooting is essential This may be demonstrated through application across a number of engine systems or engine types The application of testing procedures and functional rigging checks should also indicate knowledge of system operation Engine system operation knowledge the relationship of individual components and the links with other systems will be necessary to supplement evidence of ability to carry out rigging checks and troubleshoot the system within the limits of the aircraftsystem fault finding guide before undertaking any action The work plan should take account of applicable safety and quality requirements in accordance with the industry and regulatory standards

A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of the Unit of Competency are being achieved under routine supervision on at least one item from each of Groups to in the Range Statement This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or where appropriate an equivalent Industry

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency should be assessed in the work environment or simulated work environment using tools and equipment specified in aircraft maintenance manuals It is also expected that general purpose tools test and ground support equipment found in most routine situations would be used where appropriate The level of troubleshooting is limited in its application to the use of fault diagnosis guides or other similar information

Method of assessment

Guidance information for assessment


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Note

Range statements listed below are numbered to facilitate specification of the assessment requirements included in the Evidence Guide.

Gas turbine engine systems

Gas turbine engine systems may include:

1. Engine change unit, main components, accessories/drives

2. Control system

3. Ignition, starter systems.

4. Fuel system

5. Oil system

6. Air system

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting involves the use of fault finding charts or similar, to line replacement level.

Application of this unit may relate to:

Scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities

Individual or team related activities

Procedures and requirements

Refer to industry standard procedures specified by manufacturers, regulatory authorities or the enterprise