AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING
So you’ve decided you want to become an aircraft maintenance engineer. The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute can help you achieve this goal. The National Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Related Technology) Level 3 is the most common entry point for school leavers or career changers entering the aviation industry in New Zealand.
Career options and trade specialties are numerous depending on your area of personal interest, and the subsequent training or employment opportunities you choose to take up following the Level 3 aircraft engineering qualification. After completing the 36 week programme you should have a great understanding of the industry and know where you may want to specialise, Mechanical or Avionics (Aircraft Electronics), if you want to obtain a licence, whether you prefer fixed wing aircraft or helicopters, and if you want to work in the airline industry or with smaller companies involved in General Aviation.
On successful completion of the course there will be two primary options available to you, firstly you may choose to leave the formal study environment and undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship where you will be paid to complete the remainder of your aircraft tradesman training. Or if you have decided to continue your study towards becoming a Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, then the National Diploma in Aeronautical Maintenance Certification (available from 2013) in either Avionic or Mechanical strands should be your next step, as it will provide you with an internationally recognised qualification sought after by employers globally.
National Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Related Technology) – Level 3
**NOTE: Domestic (New Zealand) student enrolments for positions on our 2012 courses have now closed. Pre-entry Assessment centres will be scheduled from June to October 2012 for positions on our 2013 training courses**
Locations: Auckland or Christchurch
Format: Formal classroom study, practical training in aviation workshops, and familiarisation visits to operational aircraft maintenance base.
Duration: 36 Weeks, normally delivered over 39 weeks with two 1 week semester breaks.
Qualification: National Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Related Technology)
Unit Standards: 125 required, 151 delivered, click here for Unit Standard course breakdown.
Pre Requisite: Successful completion of the Air New Zealand Aviation Institute Aircraft Maintenance Pre-entry Assessment.
An ideal background is to have successfully completed Year 12 Math, Physics and English along with a technology subject or a strong interest or hobby in a Mechanical or Electrical field. The formal entry requirement is a pass in the Pre-entry Assessment.
Domestic Students: Applicants who have successfully completed the Pre-entry Assessment will be placed on a waitlist. At the end of July an initial allocation of places for the following year will be made to selected applicants on the waitlist. In early November when industry demand for the following year is clearer, the number of available student places will be finalised. At this time the remaining positions for the following year will be allocated to selected applicants remaining on the waitlist.
Overview: A first year introduction to aeronautical engineering, and a recognised pre-requisite for further training or an apprenticeship.
Modules:
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Reference |
Title |
Content |
Days |
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PE3101 |
Induction |
Training programme overview, facilities and the aviation industry |
3.5 |
|
PE3102 |
Electrical Safety |
How to work safely with electricity and electrical equipment |
0.5 |
|
PE3103 |
Fire and Chemical Safety |
Chemical spills, use of spill kits, types of fire and methods to extinguish. |
0.5 |
|
PE3133 |
Occupational Safety and Health |
Legislation and safety procedures |
2.5 |
|
PE3116 |
Workskills 1 and 2 |
Management of learning plan, problem solving techniques, cv and resume writing. |
4.5 |
|
PE3130 |
Conversion of Units |
|
2 |
|
PE3134 |
Mathematics |
|
2 |
|
PE3105 |
First Aid |
|
2 |
|
PE3106 |
Theory of Flight and Flight Controls |
Low/High speed fixed wing principles of flight and flight controls, and Rotary wing (Helicopter) principles of flight and flight controls. |
6 |
|
PE3108 |
Introduction to Avionics |
Aircraft electrical, instrument, radio and radar systems overview. |
6 |
|
PE3131 |
Aviation Law and Publications |
New Zealand Civil Aviation legislation, manufacturers manuals and parts catalogues, ATA 100 system, maintenance documentation and labels, expositions and procedures manuals. |
4 |
|
PE3111 |
Mechanical Electrical 1 |
Direct current theory, aircraft DC systems, batteries, cabling, wiring diagrams, semi-conductors, electromagnetism |
10 |
|
PE3132 |
Tools Equipment and Drawings |
Aircraft drwaings, hand tools, thread forms, power tools, support equipment, measuring and marking out equipment, tool maintenance and storage. |
28 |
|
PE3112 |
Electrical Practical |
Electrical measurements, soldering, crimping, bonding, troubleshooting, electro static discharge |
10 |
|
PE3113 |
Mechanical Practical 1 |
Fluid lines, bearings, fasteners, locking devices, protective treatments and corrosion. |
8 |
|
PE3117 |
Mechanical Systems 1 |
Aircraft construction, major airframe components, water, waste and emergency systems |
6 |
|
PE3118 |
Mechanical Systems 2 |
Hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel and landing gear systems |
6 |
|
PE3119 |
Mechanical Systems 3 |
Air-conditioning, pressurisation, oxygen, ice, rain and fire protection systems |
6 |
|
PE3115 |
Mechanical Electrical (AC and AC Systems) |
Alternating current theory and aircraft systems, three phase systems, lighting, inverters and maintenance precautions |
11 |
|
PE3135 |
Powerplants (Piston) |
Piston engine theory, construction, fuel, fuel metering, turbo chargers, superchargers, cooling, ventilation, ignition, controls, instrumentation, starting, operation, safety, maintenance and overhaul. |
7 |
|
PE3125 |
Engine Practical |
Pre-strip test, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, measuring, repair, assesmble, test and troubleshoot. |
10 |
|
PE3124 |
Aircraft Servicing |
Aircraft routine servicing, marshalling, towing, mooring, picketing, engine start and dispatch. |
6 |
|
PE3123 |
Structures Practical |
Safety practices, tool and equipment set-up and use, marking out, cutting processes, metal folding processes, and aircraft fastners. |
20 |
|
PE3114 |
Airframe Inspection |
Cleaning and visual inspection of aircraft structures, structural defect identification and abnormal occurrence inspections. |
6 |
|
PE3122 |
Powerplants (Gas Turbine) |
Aircraft gas turbine principles, thrust augmentation, gearboxes, thrust reversers, auxiliary power units, and systems for lubrication, fuel, air, starting, ignition, control, indication, and fire protection. |
10 |
|
PE3136 |
Aircraft Propellers |
Propeller theory, construction, operation and maintenance. |
3 |
