| (a) General requirements. This course is recommended
for students in Grades 11 and 12. Prerequisite: Introduction to Aircraft
Technology. Students shall be awarded two credits 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) Aircraft Powerplant Technology is designed to teach
the theory of operation of aircraft powerplants and associated maintenance
and repair practices. Powerplant maintenance and repair practices
include knowledge of the theory, function, diagnosis, and service
of 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) discuss 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) evaluate employers' expectations and appropriate
work habits;
(D) discuss the competencies related to resources,
information systems, and technology;
(E) demonstrate knowledge of the technology 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 to a variety of 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, including fellow workers,
management, and customers;
(B) follow work orders and related paperwork;
(C) develop an understanding of how to estimate parts
and labor costs on powerplant repair orders;
(D) 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;
(E) demonstrate an understanding of metric and U.S.
customary standard measurement systems;
(F) perform precision measurements, including the use
of engineering scales, dial calipers, and Vernier micrometers; and
(G) employ critical-thinking skills and structured
problem-solving skills to diagnose powerplant system malfunctions,
solve problems, and make decisions.
(3) The student knows the technical knowledge and skills
of 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, the construction, maintenance, and service
of aircraft, and 100-hour and annual inspections;
(B) apply and understand the principles of simple machines,
fluid dynamics, and heat dynamics, including Boyle's Law and Charles'
Law;
(C) demonstrate understanding of aircraft reciprocating
engines, including the operating theory, cylinder configurations,
functions, and service and repair methods and techniques for two-cycle,
four-cycle, and diesel engines;
(D) demonstrate understanding of aircraft turbine engines,
including the operating theory, mechanical arrangements, functions,
and service and repair methods and techniques for turbojet, turbofan,
turboprop, and turboshaft engines;
(E) demonstrate knowledge of powerplant systems and
components, their functions, and basic operating principles, including
engine instruments, fire protection systems, electrical systems, lubrication
systems, ignition and starting systems, fuel metering systems, fuel
delivery systems, inductions systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems,
and propellers;
(F) review the necessary steps to perform a reciprocating
engine overhaul following industry best practices;
(G) identify and select appropriate nondestructive
testing methods for component inspections, including dye penetrant,
eddy current, ultrasonic, and magnetic particle inspections;
(H) demonstrate knowledge of aircraft common terminology
and standard practices and the tools required to complete maintenance,
modifications, and repairs; and
(I) discuss the completion of logbooks and computer
applications to maintain required aircraft documents.
(4) The student knows the function and application
of the tools, equipment, technologies, and preventative maintenance
used in airframe maintenance and repair. The student is expected to:
(A) demonstrate knowledge and a high degree of 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 maintaining
and 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 and actual work situations. The student
is expected to:
(A) determine powerplant component wear accurately
by using precision measuring and published specifications to determine
if a given component is within wear tolerance and research necessary
repairs;
(B) research proper repair methods for a simulated
repair and write a work order that calls out specific maintenance
references and estimates cost of repairs;
(C) create an appropriate inspection checklist for
a given powerplant based on regulated mandatory inspection points
for an annual inspection and perform the inspection;
(D) describe the detailed function and operation of
a reciprocating and a turbine aircraft powerplant using drawings and
written descriptions;
(E) describe the detailed function and operation of
a reciprocating or turbine aircraft powerplant system or component
using drawings and written descriptions;
(F) construct a detailed engine troubleshooting chart
showing possible defects and resulting effects on engine performance
of a reciprocating or turbine aircraft powerplant;
(G) apply aircraft maintenance and repair essential
knowledge and skills to learning experiences such as job shadowing,
mentoring, apprenticeship training, and career preparation;
(H) indicate and select proper products used in preventative
maintenance for a given powerplant from appropriate maintenance publications;
and
(I) perform regular audits and inspections to maintain
compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
(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 the uses of 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 learns the value of and how to develop
an occupational experience program as it relates to the aircraft industry.
The student is expected to:
(A) apply 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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