This unit requires application of competencies relating to the researching of data, drafting and processing of technical publications and amendments to technical publications. Applications include maintenance manuals, operating instructions, parts catalogues, procedures manuals and related technical publications. |
Use computers in aviation maintenance-related integrated logistic support activities |
1. Research data | 1.1. The required medium, style and layout are determined 1.2. Relevant data is obtained or accessed 1.3. Potential problems are identified and relevant experts are identified and consulted 1.4. Problem resolution strategies are determined |
2. Draft publication or publication amendment | 2.1. The publication or amendment is drafted using relevant guidelines and specified software package 2.2. Required graphics are selected and illustrator briefs are raised 2.3. Copyright legislation is observed 2.4. Completed graphics are inserted into the draft and annotations/labels added 2.5. The draft is prepared for publishing and is submitted for editorial review |
3. Process draft publication or amendment | 3.1. Proof copy of the publication or amendment is submitted for client acceptance 3.2. Publication or amendment is published 3.3. The publication management database is updated and the completed publication is delivered or distributed |
Required skills |
Look for evidence that confirms skills in: research utilisation of international document standards, such as IATA and GAMA oral communication written communication problem solving use of word processing software and graphics packages |
Required knowledge |
Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of: word processing and graphics packages used for technical publication and publication amendment drafting publication writing conventions, standards and specifications the use of style guides illustration techniques reading of engineering drawings, including: standard drawing sheets and drawing layouts types of drawing engineering standards and specifications technical terms and abbreviations sectioned views dimensioning tolerancing of dimensions types of fit aircraft standard hardware screw threads threaded components and washers locking devices rivets special structural fasteners spur gears welding symbols and geometry tolerancing surface texture material specifications and metal surface treatment reading of electrical and electronic circuits and wiring diagrams development of system schematics development of block diagrams sketching use and development of logic charts development of fault diagnosis guides the preparation of illustrators' briefs the preparation of indexes to publication contents problem solving methodology regulations relating to technical publications OHS legislation for print-based publications, procedures for processing drafts through DTP to printing, binding and distribution for electronic format publications, the principles for publication database systems and the development of input data requirements for, and methods of, maintaining publication records |
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 research, draft and process technical publications and amendments thereto. |
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 | |
The required medium | The required medium may be: print-based electronic microfiche |
Style and layout | Style and layout may be determined from: an applicable style guide contract requirements industry standards and specifications |
Relevant data sources | Relevant data sources may include: design and production data and drawings parts and materials listings operating procedure documentation maintenance schedules modification instructions and service bulletins manufacturer's and trade catalogues relevant legislation and regulations |
Relevant experts | Relevant experts may include: the client design engineers and staff production staff component and material suppliers regulator representatives |
Integrated logistics support
Not applicable
This unit contains employability skills. |
Not applicable.