APR 129C - Apprenticeship / Aircraft Systems II

6 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Registered Apprentices with Southern Oregon Aviation JATC.

Course Description: Provides a basic understanding of fixed wing and rotary wing systems and drive train. Seven segments will be included: Propellers and Propeller Systems, Helicopter Power Train Systems, Aircraft Fuel Systems, Aircraft Fire Detection and Fire Protection Systems, Environmental Control Systems, Anti-ice/De-ice Systems and Structural Material Identification.

Course Level: Career/Tech Apprenticeship

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Differentiate qualities of propeller types, propeller control/operation and maintenance/care procedures.
CLO#2: Identify the components of a rotary wing power train system, the main gear box section and oil system components, rotor head components and their function.
CLO#3: Identify types and features of fuel storage systems, their operation components including pump systems, valves, miscellaneous components and characteristics of fuel types.
CLO#4: Select appropriate aircraft fire protection based on the qualities of various fire detection systems, fire zones, qualities of extinguishing agents and extinguisher delivery layout/function. (ILO: Information Literacy)
CLO#5: Identify types of environmental systems, the components of aircraft environmental systems, pressurized systems and the maintenance of these components within these systems.
CLO#6: Explain anti-ice/De-ice systems types and differences, components and maintenance including windshield and rain protection systems.
CLO#7: Identify the different materials associated with aircraft structures. Become familiar with aircraft part numbering systems, part specifications and the use of illustrated parts catalog.