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

MEA305C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Remove and install aircraft fixed wing flight control system components

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEA305C - Remove and install aircraft fixed wing flight control system components
Description This unit is part of the Mechanical Certificate IV AME training pathway. It may also be part of a Structures Maintenance Certificate IV training pathway. It covers the competencies required for the removal and installation of flight control system components fitted to fixed wing aircraft. Where a CASA licensing outcome is sought this unit forms part of the CASA requirement for the granting of the chosen Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence under CASR Part 66, in accordance with the licensing provisions in Section 3, Assessment Guidelines.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit requires application of hand skills and the use of maintenance publications to remove and install aircraft flight control system components.Applications include fixed wing aircraft.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites MEA302C Remove and install aircraft hydro-mechanical and landing gear system components
Competency Field Aviation maintenance
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: Remove fixed wing flight control system components.
  • System is rendered safe in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual and isolation tags are fitted where necessary to ensure personnel safety.
  • Fixed wing flight control system component removal is carried out in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual.
  • Required maintenance documentation is accurately completed and correctly processed.
  • Removed components are tagged, sealed and packaged in accordance with specified procedures.
       
Element: Install fixed wing flight control system components.
  • Components to be installed are checked to confirm correct part numbers, serviceability and modification status.
  • Mass balance of control surfaces to be installed is checked in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual, if required.
  • Installation is carried out in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual.
  • Required maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures.
       


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 apply hand skills and use maintenance publications to remove and install fixed wing aircraft flight control system components 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 into other units that require similar techniques. It is essential that safety precautions applicable to the fixed wing flight control system being maintained are fully observed, understood and complied with (especially flight control system inter-relationships with other systems where applicable). An awareness of dual inspection requirements associated with work on flight controls and systems must also be demonstrated.

Evidence of transferability of skills and knowledge related to removal and installation is essential. This may be demonstrated through removal and installation of a representative range of the fixed wing flight control system components listed in the Range Statement. An understanding of component attachment methods and the need for adjustment or rigging and system operation as it relates to the work must be demonstrated 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 1 to 3 listed 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 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.

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:

Application of relevant occupational health and safety (OHS) practices

The use relevant maintenance documentation and aircraft manuals to:

remove flight control surfaces

check the mass balance of control surfaces where required

install flight control surfaces

remove power flight control system components

install power flight control system components

remove mechanical flight control system components

install mechanical flight control system components

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

Flight control surface and system component attachment methods

Connection hardware and couplings

Electrical circuit isolation and plug removal and installation

Requirements for balancing of control surfaces

Flight control system rigging requirements

Requirements for independent inspection of work performed on flight control systems and components

Relevant OHS practices

Relevant maintenance manuals

Relevant regulatory requirements and standard procedures

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.

Flight control system components

Flight control system components may include:

1. Ailerons, elevators, rudders, trim tabs, speed brakes, spoilers, flaps and slats

2. Actuators - mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic or electric

3. Mechanical flight control components (cables, pulleys, guides, fairleads, tension regulators, control rods, bellcranks, torque tubes, chains, sprockets, control sticks, wheels or columns, trim wheels or handles, rudder pedals)

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

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
System is rendered safe in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual and isolation tags are fitted where necessary to ensure personnel safety. 
Fixed wing flight control system component removal is carried out in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual. 
Required maintenance documentation is accurately completed and correctly processed. 
Removed components are tagged, sealed and packaged in accordance with specified procedures. 
Components to be installed are checked to confirm correct part numbers, serviceability and modification status. 
Mass balance of control surfaces to be installed is checked in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual, if required. 
Installation is carried out in accordance with the applicable maintenance manual. 
Required maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MEA305C - Remove and install aircraft fixed wing flight control system components
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