Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

laying out a typical aircraft mechanical system

laying out a typical aircraft hydraulic system

laying out a typical aircraft pneumatic system

laying out a typical fuel storage and distribution system

setting up and operating a basic hydraulic system

applying relevant OHS precautions including the use of MSDS and PPE

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of

fluid power principles

plumbing identification marking

mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic aircraft systems their components and maintenance requirements

the relative advantages and disadvantages of mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic systems

hydraulic fluid types characteristics and handling precautions

aircraft fuel storage and distribution systems and components thereof

aircraft fuels their characteristics and handling precautions

OHS precautions relating to aircraft systems and their operation

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 apply basic knowledge of aircraft system design and layout for a range of aircraft applications Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation teachers reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed off the job in a training environment equipped to provide exposure to the range of system types and provide for the layout setup and operation of basic hydraulic systems The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required and must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Method of assessment

Guidance information for assessment

Application

Mechanical system applications

Components of mechanical systems

Hydraulic system applications

Components of hydraulic systems

Pneumatic system applications

Components of pneumatic systems

Components of fuel storage and distribution systems

Required components