Applications of this unit include applying basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques as a member of a design and development team in support of the design and development of engineering applications; identifying a significant range of basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques relevant to aeronautical engineering; selecting electro and control principles and techniques for particular aeronautical applications; and applying electro and control principles and techniques appropriately to aeronautical engineering tasks. |
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1 | Research and identify the range of basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques relevant to aeronautical engineering | 1.1 | Research and report on basic electro and control scientific principles relating to aeronautical engineering from appropriate sources of information and examination of applications |
1.2 | Identify basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware required to implement scientific principles relating to aeronautical engineering situations | ||
2 | Select basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques relevant to particular aeronautical engineering applications | 2.1 | Select the relevant basic electro and control scientific principles for particular aeronautical engineering situations |
2.2 | Select the relevant basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware for particular aeronautical engineering situations | ||
3 | Apply the relevant basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques appropriately | 3.1 | Apply basic electro and control scientific principles in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain any required solution |
3.2 | Use appropriate calculations and coherent units in the solution of engineering calculations | ||
3.3 | Use significant figures in engineering calculations | ||
3.4 | Apply basic electro and control techniques and associated technologies, software and hardware in a consistent and appropriate manner to obtain required solutions | ||
4 | Quote the results of the application of the basic electro and control scientific principles and techniques correctly | 4.1 | Quote solutions for applications involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style |
4.2 | Quote solutions for applications not involving engineering calculations in an appropriate style |
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 |
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, 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 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 |
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 |
Engineering science
This unit contains employability skills
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