This unit requires application of competencies required to apply ILS procedures in the assessment of spares and the management of repairable items.

Applications include aircraft and mechanical and avionic items of aeronautical product.

MEA135A

Use computers in aviation maintenance-related integrated logistic support activities

1. Perform spares assessment activities

1.1. Enterprise spares assessment and supply information systems are identified and applied

1.2. Maintenance data, spares usage data and trends are monitored and required holdings of spares are varied, as required

1.3. Spares availability problems are identified and strategies are determined to resolve the problems

1.4. Where applicable, suitable substitute parts are identified and necessary engineering approvals obtained in accordance with applicable regulations, organisational policy and procedures

1.5. Acceptable sources of substitute parts are identified and requirements for documentation, such as certification reports and release notes, are specified in accordance with regulatory requirements, organisational policy and procedures

1.6. Configuration management requirements are observed in spares assessing

1.7. Data required for input to ILS records is provided where applicable

2. Manage repairable items

2.1. Maintenance and reliability data is monitored and changes to maintenance programs are proposed, where necessary

2.2. Documentation is raised to allocate repairable items to maintenance facilities in accordance with contractual requirements, organisational policy and procedures

2.3. Any specific investigation or additional maintenance requirements are specified

2.4. Data required for input to ILS records is provided, where applicable

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

using software packages relevant to spares assessing and repairable item management

oral communication

written communication

problem solving

application of regulatory and procedural requirements

identification and resolution of problems relating to availability of spares

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

ILS principles relating to spares assessing, repairable item management and configuration management

software packages used by the enterprise for spares assessment, supply management and repairable item management

use of drawings, standards and specifications to identify substitute piece parts and materials

use of catalogues and specifications to identify substitute components (items of aeronautical product)

regulations, organisational policies and procedures relating to spares assessment and repairable item management

OHS requirements relating to substitute piece parts, materials and components

fraud and ethics

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 effectively apply organisational procedures and ILS principles relating to the assessment of spares and the management of repairable items.

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, supervisor's 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 on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is, the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. 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

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.

Application of this unit may relate to:

scheduled or unscheduled maintenance

individual or team-related activities

Spares assessment and supply information systems

Spares assessment and supply information systems may be:

manual or computer-based systems

systems developed within the organisation or proprietary systems purchased by the organisation

Suitable substitute parts

Suitable substitute parts may be identified from:

modification data

drawings, standards and specifications in the case of piece parts and materials

manufacturers catalogues and specifications in the case of complete components (items of aeronautical product)

Applicable regulations, organisational policy and procedures

Applicable regulations, organisational policy and procedures may include:

Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and associated Advisory Circulars (ACs)

CASRs, Manuals of Standards and associated Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material

maintenance organisation expositions

continuing airworthiness management organisation expositions

AAP 7001.053 Technical Airworthiness Maintenance Manual

organisational policy manuals

quality manuals

organisational procedures manuals

work instructions

defence regulations and instructions

maintenance management plan

standing instructions

ILS records

ILS records may include:

logistic support analysis plans

life cycle costing data

failure modes, effects and criticality analysis

baselines for reliability, availability and maintainability

life support analysis record data

Repairable items

Repairable items may include:

removable structural components

mechanical components

items of role equipment

hydraulic, pneumatic and fuel components

items of safety equipment

fire detection and extinguishing components

engines and engine components

propellers and rotors

electrical system components

instrument system components

radio system components

electronic systems components

Investigation or additional maintenance requirements

Investigation or additional maintenance requirements may include:

service difficulty (defect) report investigation

incident investigation

warranty claims

modifications

compliance with airworthiness directives or special technical instructions

service bulletin compliance

This unit contains employability skills.