Assessment Requirements for MEAAVI0060 Inspect, test and troubleshoot fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems and components

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for MEAAVI0060 Inspect, test and troubleshoot fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems and components

Modification History

Release 1. Application changed. Elements and Performance Criteria changed. Foundation Skills made explicit. Range of Conditions removed, and relevant information moved to Assessment Requirements. Assessment Requirements clarified. Supersedes and is equivalent to MEA291 Inspect, test and troubleshoot fixed wing single axis autopilot systems and components.

Performance Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has completed all the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, and demonstrated the ability to:

perform inspection, testing and troubleshooting on fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems and components on at least two occasions during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance

recognise system and component defects, external damage, correct/incorrect installation, connection of plugs, terminations, attachment hardware (including cabling/harnesses) and security in the systems and components being worked on, and comprising:

autopilot system components

radio navigation system interfaces

perform functional testing on the systems and components being worked on by applying logic processes, taking and interpreting system measurements, and using test equipment and appropriate wiring diagrams and manuals to accurately and effectively isolate system malfunctions and assess post-maintenance serviceability

apply testing procedures, cleanliness requirements and safety precautions at all times, and as relevant to the system/s being maintained.

Knowledge Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has knowledge of:

component attachment methods

the basic layout (block diagram level), function and operation of:

autopilot system components

interface with radio navigation systems

autopilot system maintenance requirements and troubleshooting procedures

work health and safety (WHS) practices for inspecting, testing and troubleshooting fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems

basic principles/functions, relating to the listed systems and associated with the following:

basic alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) circuit theory

digital fundamentals

analogue fundamentals

fixed wing flight theory

inner and outer loop control

maintenance manuals for inspecting, testing and troubleshooting fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems

relevant regulatory requirements and standard procedures.

Assessment Conditions

The following conditions of assessment represent the requirements of the regulators (DASA and CASA) and maintenance stakeholders and must be rigorously observed.

Skills must have been demonstrated under routine supervision in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions and contingencies encountered in inspecting, testing and troubleshooting fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems and components. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

required workplace procedures, manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals, and reference materials relevant to inspecting, testing and troubleshooting fixed wing single-axis autopilot systems and components

tools and equipment specified in the maintenance manuals

general and special-purpose tools, test and ground equipment.

Evidence of tasks demonstrating competency must be recorded in a log of industrial experience and achievement.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ce216c9c-04d5-4b3b-9bcf-4e81d0950371