This unit requires application of engineering knowledge to provide advice on the need for modifications, repairs and maintenance requirements within the airworthiness jurisdiction of the ADF.

MEA349B

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations

AND

MEA350A

Select and test aeronautical engineering materials

OR

MEA272B

Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations

AND

MEA273A

Select and test avionic engineering materials

1. Provide mechanical systems advice

1.1. Independent technical input in the maintenance, repair and modification design relating to aircraft mechanical systems and structures is provided when requested by maintenance personnel, senior maintenance managers and higher technical authorities

1.2. Aircraft mechanical systems knowledge is utilised to determine aircraft airworthiness

1.3. Knowledge of aircraft structures is utilised to determine aircraft airworthiness.

2. Provide avionic systems advice

2.1. Independent technical input in the maintenance and modification design for aircraft avionic systems is provided when requested by maintenance personnel, senior maintenance managers and higher technical authorities

2.2. Aircraft avionic systems knowledge is utilised to determine aircraft airworthiness

3. Conduct/advise an aircraft recovery

3.1. Battle/incident damage and operational capability of an aircraft is evaluated

3.2. Repair methods and/or limits are determined

3.3. An aircraft recovery is planned

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

oral and written communication

management

damage assessment, including repair scheme development and/or extension

development of modification proposals

review of maintenance requirements

OHS, equity, fraud and ethics

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

modification proposal development and processing

repair scheme proposal, including equivalent strength repair design and justification for extension of an approved repair scheme

management processes for monitoring and reviewing maintenance requirements

aircraft structure

aircraft mechanical systems

aircraft avionic systems

aircraft recovery procedures

OHS, equity, fraud and ethics

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 assemble and provide engineering advice relating to aircraft and aircraft system maintenance, repair and modification design.

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

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

Independent technical input

Independent technical input may be provided:

utilising subject matter experts and documented technical information

verbally

in writing

in accordance with regulations and organisational policy and procedures

to operators, engineering officers and executive personnel

Aircraft mechanical systems

Aircraft mechanical systems may include:

engines

landing gear systems

hydro-mechanical systems comprising oil, fuel, hydraulic and pneumatic

furnishings and safety equipment

propellers

Aircraft structures

Aircraft structures may include:

primary and secondary structure

flight controls

fairings

doors

access panels

Aircraft avionic systems

Aircraft avionic systems may include:

electrical generation and distribution

electrical systems

electrical control and warning

flight instruments

aircraft data communication

automatic flight and engine control

communications

navigation

radar

life support

ordnance

Aviation maintenance management

This unit contains employability skills.