NG2D420 - Maintenance Practices for B1 licence 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG2D420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Maintenance Practices for B1 licence | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aeronautical Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Richard Grant | ||
| Module Team: | Stephen Union, Cw Thomas, Ashley Williams, Stephen Williams, Adam Stubbs, Ian Collins, Pravin Krishnan, Lalita Gandhi, Daniel Jones, Shahrizam Ismail | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2028 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100117 - avionics | 100193 - maintenance engineering | 100229 - aviation studies |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 30 | 40 | 30 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
To give the student knowledge and understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of aircraft maintenance practices.
Content Summary
This module covers: -
Safety Precautions, aircraft and workshop.
Workshop practices.
Avionic test equipment.
Engineering drawings, diagrams and standards.
Engineering fit and clearance.
Electrical cables and connectors.
Riveting and structural repairs.
Pipes, hoses and fittings.
Springs and bearings.
Gears and transmissions.
Rigging and flight control cables.
Aluminium sheet metal work and standards.
Welding, brazing and soldering.
Advanced composite bonding and repair.
Aircraft weight and balance.
Aircraft and component storage.
Aircraft handling and movement.
Disassembly, inspection, repair and assembly techniques.
Abnormal events.
Maintenance procedures and check structure.
Torque loading.
Environmental and weather issues.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 93 |
| Seminar | 93 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 134 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 28 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 12 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To demonstrate a thorough understanding of aircraft maintenance practices in a safe and professional manner in order to prepare the student for the working environment. |
| LO2 | To develop the technical skills required to work safely in an aircraft maintenance environment. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Real World Aircraft Engineering - Individual practical test jobs based on aircraft aluminium structural repairs. Written report based on the practical tests. Lab test (Hangar) time constrained. Written aircraft task card on random task. | 0 | 1000 | 60 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite External Examination 2 | (External) EASA Module 7. Written exam (closed book EASA part 66 MCQ examination) | 100 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite External Examination 1 | EASA Module 7 Essay Questions x2. Written exam (closed book EASA part 66 two question essay) | 40 | N/A | 10 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite External Examination 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite External Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |