| (a) General requirements. This course is recommended
for students in Grades 9-12. Students shall be awarded one credit
for successful completion of this course.
(b) Introduction.
(1) Career and technical education instruction provides
content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical
knowledge and skills for students to further their education and succeed
in current or emerging professions.
(2) The Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Career Cluster focuses on planning, management, and movement of people,
materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water and related
professional support services such as transportation infrastructure
planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment, and
facility maintenance.
(3) Introduction to Aircraft Technology is designed
to teach the theory of operation of aircraft airframes, powerplants,
and associated maintenance and repair practices. Maintenance and repair
practices include knowledge of the function, diagnosis, and service
of general curriculum subjects, airframe structures, airframe systems
and components, powerplant theory and maintenance, and powerplant
systems and components of aircraft. Industry recognized professional
licensures, certifications, and registrations are available for students
who meet the requirements set forth by the accrediting organization.
(4) Students are encouraged to participate in extended
learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations
and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.
(5) Statements that contain the word "including" reference
content that must be mastered, while those containing the phrase "such
as" are intended as possible illustrative examples.
(c) Knowledge and skills.
(1) The student demonstrates professional standards/employability
skills as required by business and industry. The student is expected
to:
(A) identify employment opportunities, including entrepreneurship
opportunities, and certification requirements for the field of aircraft
maintenance and repair;
(B) demonstrate the principles of group participation
and leadership related to citizenship and career preparation;
(C) demonstrate employers' expectations and appropriate
work habits;
(D) discuss the competencies related to resources,
information, systems, and technology;
(E) demonstrate awareness of the technical knowledge
and skills related to human factors in health and safety in the workplace,
as specified by appropriate governmental regulations and an understanding
of personal responsibility in this area;
(F) demonstrate awareness of the technical knowledge,
skills, and attitudes related to human factors in a successful and
profitable workplace, and the role of the employee in creating that
success, including personal responsibility; and
(G) apply reasoning skills to a variety of simulated
workplace situations in order to make ethical decisions.
(2) The student relates academic skills to the requirements
of aircraft maintenance and repair. The student is expected to:
(A) demonstrate effective oral and written communication
skills with individuals from various cultures such as fellow workers,
management, and customers;
(B) identify requirements of work orders and related
paperwork for repairs;
(C) locate, read, understand the function of, and interpret
documents, including schematics, charts, graphs, drawings, blueprints,
wiring diagrams, service-repair manuals and service bulletins, type
certificate data sheets, supplemental type certificates, airworthiness
directives, and federal aviation regulations and advisory information;
(D) demonstrate an understanding of metric and U.S.
customary standard measurement systems;
(E) perform precision measurements, including the use
of engineering scales, dial calipers, and Vernier micrometers, and
use specifications to diagnose component wear and determine if the
component is within tolerance of the specifications; and
(F) develop critical-thinking skills and problem-solving
skills to solve problems and make decisions.
(3) The student understands the technical knowledge
and skills for aircraft maintenance and repair. The student is expected
to:
(A) demonstrate knowledge of aviation regulations prescribed
by the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 14, Volumes I-III, that
govern mechanic privileges and the construction, maintenance, and
service of aircraft;
(B) apply and understand the principles of simple machines,
basic aerodynamics, aircraft structures, and theory of flight;
(C) demonstrate knowledge of aircraft categories as
used with respect to the certification, ratings, privileges, and limitations
of airmen, including airplane, rotorcraft, glider, and lighter-than-air;
(D) demonstrate knowledge of airframe construction
and basic repair methods and techniques, including wood structures,
metal tubular structures, fabric coverings, sheet metal, and composite
structures;
(E) demonstrate knowledge of airframe systems and components,
their functions, and basic operating principles, including landing
gear, hydraulic power, cabin atmosphere control systems, and electrical
systems;
(F) demonstrate knowledge of aircraft reciprocating
and turbine engines, their operating theory, functions, and basic
repair methods and techniques;
(G) demonstrate knowledge of powerplant systems and
components, their functions, and basic operating principles, including
engine instruments, electrical systems, lubrication systems, ignition
and starting systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, and propellers;
(H) demonstrate knowledge of aircraft common terminology
and standard practices required to complete maintenance, modifications,
and repairs;
(I) discuss the completion of logbooks and computer
applications to maintain required aircraft documents; and
(J) demonstrate an understanding of the regular audits
and inspections to maintain compliance with airworthiness, safety,
health, and environmental regulations.
(4) The student understands the function and application
of the tools, equipment, technologies, and preventative maintenance
used in aircraft maintenance and repair. The student is expected to:
(A) demonstrate knowledge and basic skills in safely
using hand and power tools and equipment commonly employed in the
maintenance and repair of aircraft;
(B) demonstrate knowledge of the proper handling and
disposal of environmentally hazardous materials used in servicing
aircraft;
(C) research and understand the impact of new and emerging
aircraft technologies; and
(D) identify and understand the need for preventative
maintenance procedures and practices.
(5) The student applies the technical knowledge and
skills of the trade to simulated situations. The student is expected
to:
(A) start and ground operate an aircraft or simulated
aircraft using a high fidelity flight simulator with a physical yoke
and pedal device;
(B) research and locate appropriate documentation to
perform a function in a written work order and complete the required
logbook entry;
(C) draw top, side, and front views of various aircraft
categories, including airplane, rotorcraft, glider, and lighter-than-air;
(D) perform basic airframe and engine inspections;
(E) construct an engine troubleshooting chart showing
simple defects and resulting effects on engine performance; and
(F) discuss preventative maintenance plans and systems
to keep aircraft systems in operation.
(6) The student demonstrates appropriate interpersonal
and communication skills. The student is expected to:
(A) describe and apply ethical and legal responsibilities
appropriate to the workplace;
(B) demonstrate proper etiquette and behavior;
(C) identify benefits of personal appearance and health
habits;
(D) practice written and oral communication skills;
and
(E) employ effective listening skills.
(7) The student demonstrates knowledge of and how to
develop an occupational experience program as it relates to the aircraft
industry. The student is expected to:
(A) demonstrate knowledge of proper record-keeping
skills as related to industry-based occupational experiences;
(B) participate in youth leadership opportunities to
create a well-rounded occupational experience;
(C) produce a program of activities for a career and
technical student organization or other leadership opportunity; and
(D) develop a work plan and budget.
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