Course syllabus for Aircraft systems and airworthiness

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Course syllabus adopted 2023-11-09 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).

Overview

  • Swedish nameFlygplanssystem och luftvärdighet
  • CodeTRA390
  • Credits7.5 Credits
  • OwnerTRACKS
  • Education cycleSecond-cycle
  • DepartmentTRACKS
  • GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail

Course round 1

  • Teaching language English
  • Application code 97210
  • Minimum participants8
  • Open for exchange studentsYes

Credit distribution

0123 Project 7.5 c
Grading: TH		 3.7 c3.8 c

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Examiner

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Eligibility

General entry requirements for Master's level (second cycle)

Specific entry requirements

English 6 (or by other approved means with the equivalent proficiency level)

Course specific prerequisites

In addition to the general requirements to study at the first-cycle level at Chalmers, necessary subject or project specific prerequisite competences (if any) must be fulfilled. Alternatively, the student must obtain the necessary competences during the course. The examiner will formulate and check these prerequisite competences. The student will only be admitted in agreement with the examiner.

A basic understanding of technical drawings and technical documentation is an advantage but does not represent a requisite.

Aim

The course provides a platform to work and solve challenging cross-disciplinary authentic problems from aviation industry typically encountered after the design and/or manufacturing process.

Additionally, the aim is that students from different educational programs practice working efficiently in multidisciplinary development teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of aircraft systems, emphasizing in maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting as well as learning the necessary competences to understand the available means to stay in compliance with the EU airworthiness regulations. It fosters critical thinking and responsibility to apply all safety protocols and industry best practices. Through practical training and simulated scenarios, the program cultivates hands-on expertise, preparing students to effectively address complex technical challenges in diverse aviation scenarios. Ultimately, the course attempts to produce professionals who are not only proficient in theoretical skills but also in the aviation industry standards of safety and airworthiness.

Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)

General learning outcomes for Tracks courses:
  • critically and creatively identify and/or formulate advanced engineering problems.
  • master problems with open solutions spaces which includes to be able to handle uncertainties and limited information.
  • lead and participate in the development and assessment of processes and systems using a holistic approach by following a design process and/or a systematic development process.
  • work in multidisciplinary teams and collaborate in teams with different compositions.
  • orally and in writing explain and discuss information, problems, methods, design/development processes and solutions.

Course specific learning outcomes:
  • with proficiency interpret technical aircraft documentation effectively.
  • assess and formulate job tasks for intricate aircraft systems.
  • recognize industry-specific standards, codes, and regulation within aviation.
  • navigate, create, or modify specific technical aviation documentation proficiently.
  • master hands-on experience on different manual task related with aviation industry.
  • describe flight testing and aircraft performance assessments.

Content

Lectures about history of aircrafts and drones, basics of a/c design philosophies, airplane systems, helicopter systems, aircraft workshop environment, system design, aircraft airworthiness regulations, CAMO, drone regulations, post-production engineering, safety processes, hydraulic systems, flight controls, propulsion control, fuel system, pneumatic system, environmental control, introduction to flight testing and overview of future technologies.

Aircraft maintenance and manufacturing workshop exercises, group work and projects related with post-production aircraft industry.

Organisation

The course is run at Chalmers University of Technology by a group of highly experienced professionals in different fields of aviation industry through on-site and on-line lectures. This course has two main parts, a theoretical where students will learn the necessary knowledge to accomplish lab tasks and to work in their group projects. A practical part, where students will work directly on aeronautical (or alike) components, to learn hands-on how to apply the knowledge learned during the theoretical part.

Additionally, visits to the SAS engineering hangar in Copenhagen, Säve Air Museum and Trollhättan airport are planned.

Literature

With input from the teaching team, students will develop the ability to identify and acquire relevant literature throughout their projects. Other literature used will be a compilation of, book chapters, European regulations, and other industrial documents. They will be provided on the Canvas course page.

Examination including compulsory elements

The student will be evaluated based on the following:
  • Continuous Assessments: Implementing regular quizzes, or small assessments throughout the course allowing for an ongoing evaluation of comprehension and progress.
  • Presentations and Reports: Students will demonstrate their understanding through presentations and written reports, proving their knowledge of the subject and their ability to communicate complex concepts effectively and answer questions related to the topic presented.
  • Practical exercises and laboratories: Lab sessions or practical exercises to assess the student¿s ability to apply the knowledge delivered during lessons.

The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers on educational support due to disability.

The course syllabus contains changes

  • Changes to course rounds:
    • 2024-01-09: Examinator Examinator Tomas Grönstedt (thgr) added by Viceprefekt
      [Course round 1]