Unit of competency Outline
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Perform scheduled line maintenance activities on gas turbine engine fixed wing aircraft
Perform scheduled line maintenance activities on gas turbine engine fixed wing aircraft
Unit of competency
National Code
MEA345A
MEA345A
State Code
W8443
W8443
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/05/2012
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
08/05/2012
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the competencies required to perform line maintenance activities including flight servicings and scheduled aircraft line maintenance checks that are within the privileges of the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer A1 Licence. It is one of the units required for the granting of the chosen Aircraft Maintenance Engineer A1 Licence under CASR Part 66, in accordance with the licensing provisions in Section 3, Assessment Guidelines.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for flight
- 1.1. Aircraft is positioned, as required
- 1.2. Ground locks, aircraft support and safety devices and covers are removed and stowed in accordance with maintenance documentation
- 1.3. Aircraft tie-down devices are removed and stowed/stored
2. Inspect aircraft and systems
- 2.1. Preparation of the aircraft and systems is appropriate to allow for proper inspection
- 2.2. Aircraft and systems are visually or physically checked for external signs of defects in accordance with applicable maintenance documentation
3. Replenish aircraft systems
- 3.1. Fluid level checks and replenishments are carried out in accordance with maintenance documentation requirements
- 3.2. Maintenance of gaseous levels (oxygen, nitrogen and compressed air) is carried out in accordance with maintenance documentation requirements
- 3.3. Role equipment/components requiring pre-flight replacement are changed as required by maintenance documentation
- 3.4. Required maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
4. Perform scheduled line maintenance checks
- 4.1. Inspection requirements are determined from maintenance documentation
- 4.2. Aircraft structure and systems are visually inspected for external signs of defects in accordance with applicable maintenance documentation
- 4.3. Defects are recorded and reported in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Note
The Range Statements below are numbered to facilitate specification of the assessment requirements included in the Evidence Guide
Applicable maintenance activities
Applicable maintenance activities include:
1. Preparation for flight following maintenance
2. Before flight servicing
3. After flight servicing
4. Turn around servicing
5. Scheduled line maintenance activities up to the level of a weekly check or specified equivalent
Maintenance documentation
Maintenance documentation may include:
maintenance manuals
servicing schedules
applicable airworthiness regulations
aircraft maintenance program
Procedures and requirements
Refer to industry standard procedures specified by manufacturers, regulatory authorities or the enterprise
Note
The Range Statements below are numbered to facilitate specification of the assessment requirements included in the Evidence Guide
Applicable maintenance activities
Applicable maintenance activities include:
1. Preparation for flight following maintenance
2. Before flight servicing
3. After flight servicing
4. Turn around servicing
5. Scheduled line maintenance activities up to the level of a weekly check or specified equivalent
Maintenance documentation
Maintenance documentation may include:
maintenance manuals
servicing schedules
applicable airworthiness regulations
aircraft maintenance program
Procedures and requirements
Refer to industry standard procedures specified by manufacturers, regulatory authorities or the enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform flight servicing activities on the occasions as listed in the variables and scheduled line maintenance checks (up to a weekly check or equivalent) that are relevant to the organisation in accordance with relevant maintenance documentation, while applying all relevant OHS procedures and standard processes.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that the specific aspects of the aircraft flight servicing or scheduled line maintenance task are checked to ensure quality and safety standards are fully observed, understood and complied with. Safety precautions applicable to the system being maintained are to be fully observed. An understanding of system operation as it relates to the work must be demonstrated before undertaking any action.
Evidence of knowledge of system operation, recognition of defects and completion of documentation, the relationship of individual components and the links with other systems will be necessary to the extent required for completion of flight servicing and scheduled line maintenance task before undertaking any action. The work plan should take account of applicable safety and quality requirements in accordance with the industry and regulatory standards.
A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of this unit of competency are being achieved under supervision but without intervention on the flight servicings and scheduled line maintenance tasks listed in Groups 1 to 5 of the Range Statement that are applicable to the enterprise. This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or, where appropriate, an equivalent Industry Evidence Guide.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be assessed in the work environment using procedures, tools and equipment specified in maintenance documentation. It is also expected that general purpose tools, test and ground support equipment found in most routine situations would be used where appropriate.
Method of assessment
Guidance information for assessment
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform flight servicing activities on the occasions as listed in the variables and scheduled line maintenance checks (up to a weekly check or equivalent) that are relevant to the organisation in accordance with relevant maintenance documentation, while applying all relevant OHS procedures and standard processes.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that the specific aspects of the aircraft flight servicing or scheduled line maintenance task are checked to ensure quality and safety standards are fully observed, understood and complied with. Safety precautions applicable to the system being maintained are to be fully observed. An understanding of system operation as it relates to the work must be demonstrated before undertaking any action.
Evidence of knowledge of system operation, recognition of defects and completion of documentation, the relationship of individual components and the links with other systems will be necessary to the extent required for completion of flight servicing and scheduled line maintenance task before undertaking any action. The work plan should take account of applicable safety and quality requirements in accordance with the industry and regulatory standards.
A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of this unit of competency are being achieved under supervision but without intervention on the flight servicings and scheduled line maintenance tasks listed in Groups 1 to 5 of the Range Statement that are applicable to the enterprise. This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or, where appropriate, an equivalent Industry Evidence Guide.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be assessed in the work environment using procedures, tools and equipment specified in maintenance documentation. It is also expected that general purpose tools, test and ground support equipment found in most routine situations would be used where appropriate.
Method of assessment
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUE64 | MEA345 | Perform scheduled line maintenance activities on gas turbine engine fixed wing aircraft | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S743 | MEA20510 | Certificate II in Aircraft Line Maintenance | Qualification |
| D738 | MEA20511 | Certificate II in Aircraft Line Maintenance | Qualification |