Aircraft Structural Manufacturing Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

AERM-1300-001 Aircraft Structural Manufacturing

Prerequisites

AERM 1354 or instructor consent

Course Description

Manufacturing of sheet metal structures. Includes inspection and layout or repair of metallic, composite or bonded structures. Also covers identification, selection and installation of conventional or special fasteners.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Aircraft Structural Technician Text and Student Workbook by Avotek

Aviation Mechanic Handbook by ASA / Dale Crane

Structural Composites Textbook and student workbook by Avotek

Advisory Circulars 43.13-1B / 2A, AC 65-15A, AC 65-9A by F.A.A (Federal Aviation Administration).

Supplies

\ Students will need to have access to a computer and the internet capable of receiving online instruction.

Student Performance

The student will learn the theory to layout sheet metal; install conventional fasteners; inspect and/ or repair sheet metal structures; and select, install, and remove special fasteners for metallic, bonded, and composite structures.  The student will learn the theory to basic skills necessary to safely work with composite and identify characteristics of composites.  Inspect, test, and repair fiberglass, plastics, honeycomb, composite, and laminated primary and secondary structures.This includes discussion on basic concepts of aircraft repair and the tools and materials associated with such repairs.

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\ All students are to perform in a professional manner.  All lab conduct rules and lab safety requirements are to be followed at all times.

Grading Criteria

\ 900 - 1000 points   = A

\ 800 - 899  points    = B

\ 700 - 799  points    = C

\ Below 700 points   = F

Attendance

\ Each student will be required to logon a minimum of three different days during each week (Module) covering the eight weeks of this course.  Student participation in assignments, discussions, projects, quizzes and exams are required for student success.

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\ All students are required and expected to have access to the internet, e-mail, computer software and a computer capable of performing at college level.