NG1S421 - Electronic Fundamentals for Maintenance Engineers 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 5
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG1S421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Electronic Fundamentals for Maintenance Engineers | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Aircraft Maintenance Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aircraft Maintenance Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Ian Collins | ||
| Module Team: | Emily Simba, Martin Sims, Michael Bates, Daniel Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100163 - electrical and electronic engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 5 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
This is a standard module within the EASA Aircraft Maintenance License Framework (Module 4). The aim of the module is to prepare students for the electronic aspects of aircraft maintenance.
Content Summary
1. A fundamental knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of Diode characteristics, Diode circuit configurations and applications of various Diode types. Testing of Diodes.
2. A general knowledge of Transistor construction and operation, including Amplification, Bias, Feedback, Classes of amplifier and Fundamentals of Transistor circuit applications.
3. A general knowledge of Integrated circuits, basic Logic circuits, Timer circuits and Operational Amplifiers.
4. A general knowledge of Printed Circuit Board construction, design and types.
5. A general knowledge of Servomechanisms including the terms Open Loop and Feedback. Fundamental understanding of Servomechanism operation.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 66 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 20 |
| Independent Study | 90 |
| Directed Study | 20 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 2 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To demonstrate an awareness and fundamental knowledge of types of electronic components and symbology used in circuits. |
| LO2 | To demonstrate a fundamental knowledge and awareness of electronic circuits applicable to aircraft systems. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite External Examination 1 | Part 66 Examination | 25 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | Class Test covering all topics within the module and written assignment | 90 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Onsite External Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |