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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Research and identify the range of basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques relevant to aeronautical engineering
  2. Select basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques relevant to particular aeronautical engineering applications
  3. Apply the relevant basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques appropriately
  4. Quote the results of the application of the basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques correctly

Required Skills

Required knowledge includes

electro and control scientific principles

limitations of selected basic scientific principles

basic electro and control techniques and related technologies software and hardware associated with implementing scientific principles in aeronautical engineering solutions

limitations of basic techniques and associated technologies software and hardware

applicability and limitations of basic electro and control scientific principles

applicability and limitations of basic electro and control and associated technologies software and hardware

appropriateness of calculations

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 carrying out dimensional analysis

the concept of significant figures

uncertainty of computations based on experimental data

procedures for determining the significance of figures in calculations

procedures for estimating errors in derived quantities

Required skills include

selecting appropriate basic electro and control scientific principles to suit specified applications

selecting appropriate basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies software and hardware to suit specified applications

applying basic electro and control scientific principles to particular aeronautical engineering situations

applying and manipulating appropriate formulas for applications involving engineering calculations

applying appropriate calculations to engineering situations

checking the validity of equations using dimensional analysis

applying basic electro and control 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 using appropriate significant figures

quoting limitations of solutions due to assumptions scientific principles and techniques used

Evidence Required

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical 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 supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency

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 have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required 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 basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques in mechanical and manufacturing engineering situations or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit

Guidance information for assessment


Range Statement

Aeronautical engineering

Aeronautical engineering 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

Sources of information

Sources of information may include:

reference texts

manufacturer catalogues and industrial magazines

websites

use of phone, email and fax information gathering

Basic scientific techniques and principles

Basic scientific techniques and principles refers to calculations and the use of coherent units in the completion of tasks, and may include:

basic hand and power tool operations

machining

fitting

welding

moulding

fabricating

wiring

programming

Aeronautical engineering situations

Aeronautical engineering situations may include:

electro-hydraulic and electro-pneumatic systems

fuel storage and distribution systems

engine control systems

propeller control systems

flight control systems