Aircraft Turbine Engine Overhaul Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Office Location

Academic Classroom Center 102B

Office Hours

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Course

AERM-2351-001 Aircraft Turbine Engine Overhaul

Prerequisites

Course Description

Comprehensive study in inspection, disassembly, reassembly and replacement of gas turbine engines, sections and components including operational troubleshooting, analysis and safety.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ 1.         A&P TECHNICIAN Powerplant TEXTBOOK                  ISBN# 0-88487-524-5

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\ 2.         A&P TECHNICIAN Powerplant FAA TEST GUIDE        ISBN# 0-88487-341-2

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\ 3.         ACFT INSP, REP AND ALT    EA-AC 43.13-1B/2A        ISBN #1-56027-488-3

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\ 4.         DICT OF AERO TERMS 3rd Ed      ASA-DAT-3              ISBN #1-56027-287-2

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\ 5.         AVIATION MECH HNDBK  5th Ed.  ASA-MHB-4           ISBN #1-56027-132-9

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\     6.         FAR AMT 2012    ASA-2012-FAR-AMT                           ISBN #1-56027-480-8

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\                         7.        School Aircraft and Powerplant Technical Library

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\                                     (Lycoming T53 Engine Manuals)

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\                                      (Avco Lycoming Engine Overhaul Manuals)

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\                                      (Continental Engine Overhaul Manuals)

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\                                      (Westinghouse J34 Engine Manuals)
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Supplies

Students are required to have the following supplies:. 

1. 2GB Memory Stick

2. 3-Ring Binder/with paper, pens and pencils

3. Fine Black and Silver 'Sharpie' - 2 each

4. Safety Glasses   <

Student Performance

\ II.F.20               Troubleshoot and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and electronic engine fuel controls.

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\ II.J.32b            Troubleshoot and repair engine thrust reverser systems and related components.

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\ I.B.5                  Overhaul turbine engine.

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\ I.B.7                   Install, troubleshoot, and remove turbine engines.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Class Policy:

1)      No electronic devices, i.e. I-Phone, I-Pad, I-Pod, Blackberry, Droid, MP3, etc., (Laptop with instructor permission only) allowed during class and shop time. Students with electronic divices will be considered absent.

2)      No Sleeping or the appearance of sleeping during class. All violations shall be annotated in the student attendance record - time shall be deducted which all missed time must be made up prior to end of course. Note: Student caught sleeping may be asked to leave the classroom or shop in which all deducted time must be made up before end of course.

3)      No shorts, sandals, or sleeveless shirts allowed in shop area. Shoes must fully cover feet. No worn or shredded clothing allowed due to machines and metal shavings. You will not be allowed to work in shop with any of the above violations.

4)      No food or drink allowed in shop area.

5)      No tobacco products allowed in shop area.

6)      No alcohol or drugs.

7)      Absolutely No Horseplay!!!  Due to the nature of work and in practice of professional work ethic, horseplay will not be tolerated in any form. 

8)      No Profanity!

9)      Safety glasses will be worn at all times in a work area.

10)    Face shields will be worn when operating machinery. (i.e. drill presses, grinders, cut-off tools)

11)    Know where the closest fire extinguisher is located to your work area. Know where the closest exit is to your work area. Know where MSDS material is located. Know where eye wash is located. Know where first aid kit is located.

      12)    Inform instructor of any accidents no matter how small.

      13)    Do not leave class without informing instructor.

      14)    Watch out for others. They may be unaware of a potential hazard.

      15)    School uniforms are mandatory. (Student are considered absent without the proper uniform or dress attire.)

      16)    Required Tools (see ‘Additional Information’) - Student are considered absent without the tools specified in the required tools list.

        17)   Participation in daily shop / classroom clean-up. Non-participation will result in project grade deduction.

NOTE: Any violations may warrant significant grade reduction. Severity of violation may warrant expulsion from class or complete expulsion from course. Safety is taken seriously at Amarillo College.

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Grading Criteria

Grade points  (assigned according to the performance of a student in each course as dictated by industry)

A     -     Excellent performance (100 - 90 ) = 4.00 grade points

B     -     Above job entry level ( 89 - 80 ) = 3.00 grade point

C     -     Minimum requirement ( 79 - 70 ) = 2.00 grade points

F     -     Below job entry level ( 69 - 0 ) = 0 grade points

Weighted Grade

1. Theory Average (average of all exams and final exam)- - -  1/3 of final grade

2. Shop Average (average of all projects) - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  1/3 of final grade

3.  Quiz Average (average of quizzes)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  1/3 of final grade

Grade Calculation Procedure

1. Add Quizzes then divide by the total number of quizzes to calculate Quiz Average.

2. Add all Exams, Regular Exams and the Final Exam to calculate Exam Average.

3. Add Exam Average and Final Exam Grade then divide by two to obtain Theory Average.

4. Add all Project grades then divide by the total number of projects to calculate Shop Grade average.

5. Add Theory Average, Shop Grade Average and Quiz Average then divide by three to calculate the Course Average.

Other Performance Indicators

CR    -     Credit for Transfer, Advance Standing, Testing Out*.  

        *Testing out must meet the requirement of Federal Aviation Regulation; Part 147.

I       -     Incomplete

W     -     Withdrew from Course/Program

Au    -     No Grade Points or Grade Computed

S      -    Satisfactory (Continuing Education)

U      -    Unsatisfactory (Continuing Education)

Testing Procedures

1. Each exam may be retaken only once (including regular and final exams).

2. The maximum recorded grade on any exam retake will be 70%.

3. There will be no retake of missed or failed daily quizzes.

4. All tests and projects should be completed or made up in the course in which they occur, any late items / documents will receive a maximum score of 70%.

  1. Retake of failed final exam must be done within time and dates outlined in the AMT Repair Station Manual and written contract with Amarillo College for Incomplete gade.
  2. Final exam must be taken with black or blue ink, all other exams can use #2 lead pencil.
  3. Incomplete exam answer sheet header information will result in a 1 test point deduction.

Note 1: Quizzes may be given at the instructor's discretion.  Student must be present to take daily quizzes unless previous arrangements have been made with the instructor.  Any graded  papers (projects, tests, handouts, etc.) received after grading has occurred will be considered late and the maximum grade of 70 will be assigned. The instructor has full discretion for assignment due dates and times.

Note 2:  A grade of "S" (Satisfactory) can be given on shop projects at Instructor's discretion.  Final grade determination for course will have a numerical grade given for shop projects.

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Attendance

Attendance and Time Policies
 

Punctual and regular attendance is a requirement in all classroom, laboratory and shop sessions.  Excused absences are: sickness or injury, with a doctor's statement or at the discretion of the Accountable Manager.  All other absences are unexcused.

When a student's lack of attendance results in failure to satisfactorily complete course objectives, the student will be warned in writing that he/she may fail the course unless arrangements are made with the instructor.  Time will be made up at the discretion of the instructor based upon their instructional work load.  Make up time and material must occur before the Final grade is issued.  For example, a student may score 100% on all quizzes, exams (which includes the Final Exam), and projects; however, an "I" (incomplete) shall be awarded as a grade until all time is made up.  Each 6 minutes equals 0.1 hours.

Final tests will not be taken until all time (including the time missed during the final test) for the course is made up.

Note: All make-up time will be given at the discretion of the course instructor. All non-excused time (including sleeping deduction) can only be made up at end of class Monday-Thursday only.

1.  EXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or quiz will be made up without penalty.  Make-up exam or quiz will be taken at the CONVENIENCE of the instructor.

2.  UNEXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or final exam will result in a maximum possible test grade of 70 percent, when the test is taken.

Tardiness

Time missed by any student arriving in class after the scheduled start time shall be made up before he/she is awarded a Final Grade.  All time shall be made-up.  For example, if a student is one to six minutes late, 0.1 hours shall be deducted from the student's attendance record.  If seven minutes late, the student shall be docked 0.2 hours and so on.

Repeated Tardiness

            A student's tardiness, (3 or more), may result in:

     1.  A written warning against further tardiness from the instructor.

     2.  Being placed on probation for the course.

     3.  Being issued a grade of "F" for the course.

The instructor may choose to begin class/lecture by securing the classroom door to prevent interruptions by late arriving students.  It is in the student's best interest to be in class early.

If a student arrives late and is "locked out", he/she may rejoin the class at the next scheduled break time.  Attendance begins when the student rejoins the class.                                

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Calendar

 

Week

Dates

Assignments

Tests

 

Day 1

Pro. 1

5.4 Hrs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day2

Pro. 1

4.6 Hrs

Pro. 2

.8 Hrs

 

 

 

 

Day3

Pro. 2

3.2 Hrs

Pro. 3

2.2 Hrs

 

 

 

Day4

Pro. 3

5.4 Hrs

 

 

Day5

Pro. 3

1.4 Hrs

Pro. 4

4 Hrs

II.F.20             Project Number1

Description:       Troubleshoot and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and electronic engine fuel controls.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:             Correctly research turbine engine fuel metering systems and controls, service turbine engine fuel injector nozzles, and perform trimming procedures for turbine engine fuel metering system.

Standard:                   Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manuals.

Materials Required:  Student materials, reference materials, and maintenance manuals.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, and turbine engine.

Procedure:                           Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time: 10 hours      Lecture     5 hours      Project     5 hours  

 

II.J.32b                       Project Number2

Description:       Troubleshoot and repair engine thrust reverser systems and related components.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly research thrust reverser operations, troubleshoot and repair thrust reversers, and inspect a turbine engine exhaust assembly.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manuals.

Materials Required:  Student materials, maintenance manuals, and reference materials.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box and turbine engine exhaust system.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:  4 hours      Lecture     2 hours      Project     2 hours  

 

 

I.B.5                            Project Number3

Description:                Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly label the diagram of the components of the turbine engine in preparation for overhaul of the T53 engine by looking up the parts to be familiar with on the T53 engine.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, reference materials, and handouts.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Overhaul manual and parts catalog.

Procedure:                           Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:   9 hours      Lecture     3 hours      Project     6 hours  

 

I.B.5                            Project Number4

Description:                Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly research and perform a hot-section inspection of a turbine engine.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, overhaul manuals, and parts catalogs.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school=s special tools, and Lycoming T-53 turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:  18 hours      Lecture     6 hours      Project     12 hours  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day 4

Test #1

(II.F.20, II.J.32b)

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Day 1

Pro. 4

5.4 Hrs

Day2

Pro. 4

5.4 Hrs

 

Day3

Pro. 4

3.2 Hrs

Pro. 5

2.2

Day4

Pro. 5

5.4 Hrs

Day5

Pro. 5

5.4 Hrs

I.B.5                            Project Number4

Description:                Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly research and perform a hot-section inspection of a turbine engine.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, overhaul manuals, and parts catalogs.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school=s special tools, and Lycoming T-53 turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:  18 hours      Lecture     6 hours      Project     12 hours  

I.B.5                            Project Number5

Description:       Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly perform a compressor section inspection of a turbine engine.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, overhaul manuals, and parts catalogs.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school=s special tools, and Lycoming T-53 turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:  16 hours      Lecture     6 hours      Project   10 hours

                             

Day 1

Test #2 (I.B.5 after project 3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Day 1

Pro. 5

3 Hrs

Pro. 6

2.4 Hrs

 

Day2

Pro. 6

5.4 Hrs

 

 

Day3

Pro. 6

4.2  Hrs

Pro. 7

1.2 Hrs

Day4

Pro. 7

5.4 Hrs

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day5

Pro.7

1.4 Hrs

Pro. 8

4 Hrs

I.B.5                            Project Number5

Description:       Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly perform a compressor section inspection of a turbine engine.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, overhaul manuals, and parts catalogs.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school=s special tools, and Lycoming T-53 turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:  16 hours      Lecture     6 hours      Project     10 hours  

 

I.B.5                            Project Number6

Description:       Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly remove, inspect, and install turbine engine reduction ring gear and torque meter carrier and gear assembly.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, overhaul manuals, and parts catalogs.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, school=s special tools, and Lycoming T-53 turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:  12 hours      Lecture     3 hours      Project  9 hours 

 

I.B.5                           Project Number7

Description:       Overhaul turbine engine.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly research turbine engine blade damage repair limitations and repair blade damage.

Standard:          Seventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manual.

Materials Required:  Student materials, maintenance manual, and handout materials.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box and turbine engine T-wheel fan or compressor blades.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time:8 hours      Lecture     3 hours      Project     5 hours  

 

I.B.7                            Project Number8

Description:       Install, troubleshoot, and remove turbine engines.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly troubleshoot, remove, and install a turbine engine.

Standard:                   eventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manuals.

Materials Required:  Student materials, and maintenance manuals.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, engine cleaning materials, and turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time: 19 hours      Lecture     9 hours      Project     10 hours

Day1

Test #3 (I.B.5 after project 5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Day 1

Pro. 8

5.4 Hrs

Day2

Pro. 8

5.4 Hrs

Day3

Pro.

4.2 Hrs

          I.B.7                                    Project Number8

Description:       Install, troubleshoot, and remove turbine engines.

Given:                Project materials, technical data, study materials, media, and training aids.

Performance:    Correctly troubleshoot, remove, and install a turbine engine.

Standard:                   eventy percent correct answers and work performed to meet specifications of FARs and service manuals.

Materials Required:  Student materials, and maintenance manuals.

Equipment and Special Tools:    Mechanic=s (student) tool box, engine cleaning materials, and turbine engine.

Procedure:         Follow project steps to completion.

Instruction Time: 19 hours      Lecture     9 hours      Project     10 hours  

                                    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day 3

Final Test

(I.B.5, I.B.7, II.F.20, II.J.32b)

 

Additional Information

The following are required:

Students are required to maintain there AC Connect log-in and password. 

AMT Tool List

Note: Tools may be purchased from any source. The school does not endorse or recommend any particular manufacturer. The school only advises the student to purchase quality products for future use in industry after completion of the course.     

 I, the student, have read and understand the AERM-2341 course syllabus.  In addition, I understand the Text Book, Supplies, Student Performance, Student Attendance, Student Behavior, Grading Criteria, and Tooling Requirements (as illustrated below).

Furthermore, I, the student, certify that Terry Smith, Amarillo College Accountable and Program Manager, or representative thereof, has review and/or explained this syllabus in its entirety.

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Student’s Name (Printed)

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Student’s Name (Signature)

 

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Course Instructor Signature – Credentials previously on file

 

Qty:

Tool Name:

   Size:

  Initial

1

Socket Set (Ratchet, 12pt. Shallow, 12 pt. Deep, 3” 6” extensions, u-joint)

3/8” Drive

 

1

Socket Set (Ratchet, 12pt. Shallow, 12 pt. Deep, 3” 6” extensions, u-joint)

1/4" Drive

 

1

Combination Wrench Set (12 pt.)

1/4” – 1”

 

1

Flat File Single Cut

8-10”

 

1

Round File Double Cut

8-10”

 

1

Half Round File Double Cut

8-10”

 

1

File Handle

Adjustable

 

1

File card

N/A

 

3

Drill Bits

#40

 

3

Drill Bits

#30

 

3

Drill Bits

#21

 

1

Drill Bits

#11

 

1

Drill Bits

1/4"

 

1

Pin Punch

3/32”

 

1

Pin Punch

1/8”

 

1

Pin Punch

5/32”

 

1

Pin Punch

3/16”

 

1

Chisel

1/4"

 

1

Chisel

3/8”

 

1

Center Punch

N/A

 

1

Automatic Center Punch

N/A

 

1

Hack Saw W/Blade

Adjustable

 

1

Ball Peen Hammer

12 oz.

 

1

Plastic Tip Hammer

12 oz.

 

1

Right Cut Aviation Snips

N/A

 

1

Left Cut Aviation Snips

N/A

 

1

Center Cut Aviation Snips

N/A

 

1

Slip Joint Pliers

6”

 

1

Side Cut / Diagonal Pliers

6”

 

1

Needle nose Pliers

6”

 

1

Duck Bill Pliers

6”

 

1

Tongue and Groove Pliers

8”

 

1

Needle Nose Vise Grip

6”

 

1

Standard Vise Grip

6”

 

1

Snap Ring Pliers (Combination in/out-side)

N/A

 

1

Flat Bade Screw Driver

1/8” X 3”

 

1

Flat Bade Screw Driver

1/4" X 2”

 

1

Flat Bade Screw Driver

1/4" X 4”

 

1

Flat Bade Screw Driver

1/4" X 6”

 

1

Phillips Screw Driver

#0 X 3”

 

1

Phillips Screw Driver

#1 X 4”

 

1

Phillips Screw Driver

#2 X 2”

 

1

Phillips Screw Driver

#2 X 4”

 

1

Allen Wrench Set  

.05-1/4”

 

1

Deep Aviation Spark Plug Socket

1/2" Dr. X 7/8”

 

1

Socket Adaptor

3/8” Dr. F X 1/2" Dr. M

 

1

Combination Square

12”

 

1

Protractor

N/A

 

1

Feeler Gage (offset)

To .035”

 

1

Scribe

6”

 

1

Measuring Tape

12’

 

1

Dividers

6”

 

1

Steel Rule

6” in 64ths / 100ths

 

1

Mechanical Fingers

N/A

 

1

Magnetic Pick-up Tool

N/A

 

1

Inspection Mirror

N/A

 

1

Sealed Beam Flashlight

N/A

 

1

Multi-meter (W / Continuity & Temp. Probe)

N/A

 

1

Tool Box (W / Drawers) Roll Away Pref.

N/A

 

1

Leather Gloves (Welding)

Insulated  

1

Welding Goggles

At least #5 Shaded lens

 

1

ANSI Approved Safety Glasses

Clear Lens

 

1

Air Nozzle

N/A

 

1

Protractor

180º

 

1

Compass

leaded

 

1

Dial Calipers

6”

 

1

Ruler

12”

 

1

Calculator (Model TI-30XA) Pref.

Batt. Pwr.

 

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Last Edited on:

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