Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MEA122B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage aircraft_equipment system performance testing

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEA122B - Manage aircraft_equipment system performance testing
Description This unit of competency is part of the Aeroskills Advanced Diploma training pathways. It covers the competencies required to evaluate and advise on airworthiness as a consequence of aircraft/equipment system performance testing and in compliance with relevant airworthiness regulations.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit requires application of skills and knowledge relating to the use of performance testing in establishing the airworthiness state of aircraft and aircraft systems.Applications include aircraft flight testing, engine ground runs, system functional tests and test equipment calibration.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites MEA126B Manage aircraft maintenance activities Not applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and specify aircraft/equipment systems performance tests
  • Aircraft/equipment system performance test requirements are established in accordance with airworthiness regulations, policy and procedures
  • Aircraft/systems performance tests are programmed in conjunction with appropriate personnel
  • Aircraft/systems performance test specifications are communicated to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
  • Test equipment calibration is managed in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational policy and procedures
       
Element: Assess aircraft/equipment systems performance
  • Test results are assessed for compliance with test specifications
  • Non-compliant test results are identified and diagnosed in consultation with appropriate personnel
  • Aircraft/equipment systems are assessed for airworthiness compliance
  • Rectification recommendations are produced and reported in accordance with airworthiness policy and procedures
  • Test results are documented in accordance with approved guidelines
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 determine the requirement for performance tests, complete the authorisation process and participate in the assessment of results and determining any remedial action. 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.

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 candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required and must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

Method of assessment

Guidance information for assessment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

communicating and consulting

problem solving

researching

report writing

observing relevant regulatory requirements

applying OHS requirements associated with engine ground runs and system functional testing

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

procedures and documentation action for test flights

procedures and documentation action for engine ground runs

procedures for functional testing of systems and evaluation of results

OHS procedures relating to engine ground runs and system functional testing

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.

Application of this unit may relate to:

scheduled or unscheduled maintenance

individual or team-related activities

Aircraft/equipment system performance tests

Aircraft/equipment system performance tests may include:

engine ground runs

maintenance/validation test flights

system functional testing

Airworthiness regulations, policy and procedures

Airworthiness regulations, policy and procedures may include:

Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and associated Advisory Circulars (ACs)

CASRs, Manuals of Standards and associated Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material

AAP 7001.053 Technical Airworthiness Maintenance Manual

airworthiness directives

maintenance management plan

maintenance organisation expositions

continuing airworthiness management organisation expositions

procedures manual

work instructions

flight test schedule

maintenance manuals

Appropriate personnel

Appropriate personnel may include:

maintenance test pilots

authorised engineering officers

authorised airworthiness representatives

accountable managers/responsible managers

senior maintenance managers

continuing airworthiness management personnel

authorised maintenance personnel

Recommendations

Recommendations may include:

completed test schedules

auditable reports

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Aircraft/equipment system performance test requirements are established in accordance with airworthiness regulations, policy and procedures 
Aircraft/systems performance tests are programmed in conjunction with appropriate personnel 
Aircraft/systems performance test specifications are communicated to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 
Test equipment calibration is managed in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational policy and procedures 
Test results are assessed for compliance with test specifications 
Non-compliant test results are identified and diagnosed in consultation with appropriate personnel 
Aircraft/equipment systems are assessed for airworthiness compliance 
Rectification recommendations are produced and reported in accordance with airworthiness policy and procedures 
Test results are documented in accordance with approved guidelines 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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