Subject: MAINTENANCE PRACTICES - I

Module: 7A
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

7.1 Safety Aspects of safe working practices including 3

Precautions- precautions to take when working with electricity,
Aircraft and gases especially oxygen, oils and chemicals. Also,
Workshop instruction in the remedial action to be taken in the
event of a fire or another accident with one or more
of these hazards including knowledge on
extinguishing agents.

7.2 Workshop Care of tools, control of tools, use of workshop 3

Practices materials; Dimensions, allowances and tolerances,
standards of workmanship; Calibration of tools and
equipment, calibration standards.

7.3 Tools Common hand tool types; Common power tool 3

types; Operation and use of precision measuring
tools; Lubrication equipment and methods.
Operation, function and use of electrical general
test equipment;

7.4 Avionic Operation, function and use of avionic general test 2

general Test equipment
Equipment
7.6 Fits and Drill sizes for bolt holes, classes of fits; Common 2
Clearances system of fits and clearances; Schedule of fits and
clearances for aircraft and engines; Limits for bow,
twist and wear; Standard methods for checking
shafts, bearings and other parts.
7.15 Welding, (a) Soldering methods; inspection of soldered 2
Brazing, Soldering joints.
and Bonding (b) Welding and brazing methods; Inspection of 2
welded and brazed joints; Bonding methods and
inspection of bonded joints.
7.1 Safety Aspects of safe working practices including 3
Precautions- precautions to take when working with electricity,
Aircraft and gases especially oxygen, oils and chemicals. Also,
Workshop instruction in the remedial action to be taken in the
event of a fire or another accident with one or more
of these hazards including knowledge on
extinguishing agents.

Subject: BASIC AERODYNAMICS

Module: 8
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

8.1 Physics of the International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), 2

Atmosphere application to aerodynamics.

8.2 Aerodynamics Airflow around a body; Boundary layer, laminar and 2

turbulent flow, free stream flow, relative airflow,
upwash and downwash, vortices, stagnation; The
terms: camber, chord, mean aerodynamic chord,
profile (parasite) drag, induced drag, centre of
pressure, angle of attack, wash in and wash out,
fineness ratio, wing shape and aspect ratio; Thrust,
Weight, Aerodynamic Resultant; Generation of Lift
and Drag: Angle of Attack, Lift coefficient, Drag
coefficient, polar curve, stall; Aerofoil
contamination including ice, snow, frost.

8.3 Theory of Relationship between lift, weight, thrust and drag; 2

Flight Glide ratio; Steady state flights, performance;
Theory of the turn; Influence of load factor: stall,
flight envelope and structural limitations; Lift
augmentation.

8.4 Flight Stability Longitudinal, lateral and directional stability (active 2

and Dynamics and passive).
Subject: AVIATION LEGISLATION – I
Module: 10
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

10.1 Regulatory Role of International Civil Aviation Organization; 1

Framework The Aircraft Act and Rules made there under Role of
the DGCA; Relationship between CAR-21, CAR-M,
CAR-145, CAR-66, CAR 147The Aircraft Rules (
Applicable to Aircraft Maintenance and
Release)Aeronautical Information Circulars
(Applicable to Aircraft Maintenance and Release)
CAR Sections 1 and 2
10.2 CAR-66 Detailed understanding of CAR-66. 2
Certifying Staff –
Maintenance
10.3 CAR-145 — Detailed understanding of CAR-145 and CAR M 2
Approved Subpart F
Maintenance
Organizations
10.4 Aircraft Commercial Air Transport/Commercial Operations, 2
Operations Air Operators Certificates; Operators
Responsibilities, in particular regarding continuing
airworthiness and maintenance; Documents to be
carried on board; Aircraft Placarding (Markings).

10.6 CAR-M Detail understanding of CAR M provisions related to 2

Continuing Airworthiness Detailed understanding of
CAR-M.
Subject: ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS – I
Module: 3
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

3.1 Electron Theory Structure and distribution of electrical charges 1

within: atoms, molecules, ions, compounds;
Molecular structure of conductors, semiconductors
and insulators.

3.2 Static Static electricity and distribution of electrostatic 2

Electricity and charges; Electrostatic laws of attraction and
Conduction repulsion; Units of charge, Coulomb's Law;
Conduction of electricity in solids, liquids, gases
and a vacuum.

3.3 Electrical The following terms, their units and factors 2

Terminology affecting them: potential difference, electromotive
force, voltage, current, resistance, conductance,
charge, conventional current flow, electron flow.

3.4 Generation of Production of electricity by the following methods: 1

Electricity light, heat, friction, pressure, chemical action,
magnetism and motion.

3.5 DC Sources of Construction and basic chemical action of: primary 2

Electricity cells, secondary cells, lead acid cells, nickel
cadmium cells, other alkaline cells; Cells connected
in series and parallel; Internal resistance and its
effect on a battery; Construction, materials and
operation of thermocouples; Operation of photo-
cells.

3.6 DC Circuits Ohms Law, Kirchoff's Voltage and Current Laws; 2

Calculations using the above laws to find
resistance, voltage and current; Significance of the
internal resistance of a supply.
3.7 Resistance / (a) Resistance and affecting factors; Specific 2
Resistor resistance; Resistor colour code, values and
tolerances, preferred values, wattage ratings;
Resistors in series and parallel; Calculation of total
resistance using series, parallel and series parallel
combinations; Operation and use of potentiometers
and rheostats; Operation of Wheatstone Bridge.
(b) Positive and negative temperature coefficient
conductance; Fixed resistors, stability, tolerance
and limitations, methods of construction; Variable 1
resistors, thermistors, voltage dependent resistors;
Construction of potentiometers and rheostats;
Construction of Wheatstone Bridge;

3.9 Capacitance / Operation and function of a capacitor; Factors 2

Capacitor affecting capacitance area of plates, distance
between plates, number of plates, dielectric and
dielectric constant, working voltage, voltage rating;
Capacitor types, construction and function;
Capacitor colour coding; Calculations of
capacitance and voltage in series and parallel
circuits; Exponential charge and discharge of a
capacitor, time constants; Testing of capacitors

3.10 Magnetism (a) Theory of magnetism; Properties of a magnet 2

Action of a magnet suspended in the Earth's
magnetic field; Magnetisation and demagnetisation;
Magnetic shielding; Various types of magnetic
material; Electromagnets construction and
principles of operation; Hand clasp rules to
determine: magnetic field around current carrying
conductor.
(b) Magnetomotive force, field strength, magnetic
flux density, permeability, hysteresis loop,
retentivity, coercive force reluctance,
saturation point, eddy currents; Precautions for care
and storage of magnets.

3.11 Faraday's Law; Action of inducing a voltage in a 2

Inductance/Inductor conductor moving in a magnetic field; Induction
principles; - Effects of the following on the
 magnitude of an induced voltage: magnetic field
strength, rate of change of flux, number of
conductor turns; Mutual induction; The effect the
rate of change of primary current and mutual
inductance has on induced voltage; Factors
affecting mutual inductance: number of turns in
coil, physical size of coil, permeability of coil,
position of coils with respect to each other; Lenz's
Law and polarity determining rules; Back emf, self
induction; Saturation point; Principle uses of
inductors;

Subject: MATERIALS AND HARDWARE – I

Module: 6
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

6.1 Aircraft (a) Characteristics, properties and identification of 2

Materials — common alloy steels used in aircraft; Heat treatment
Ferrous and application of alloy steels;
(b) Testing of ferrous materials for hardness, tensile
strength, fatigue strength and impact resistance. 1

6.2 Aircraft (a) Characteristics, properties and identification of 2

Materials — Non- common non-ferrous materials used in aircraft; Heat
Ferrous treatment and application of non-ferrous materials;
(b) Testing of non-ferrous material for hardness,
tensile strength, fatigue strength and impact 1
resistance.
6.3 Aircraft (a) Characteristics, properties and identification of 2
Materials - common composite and non-metallic materials,
Composite and other than wood, used in aircraft; Sealant and
Non- Metallic bonding agents.
6.3.1 Composite (b) The detection of defects/deterioration in
and non-metallic composite and non-metallic material. Repair of 2
other than wood composite and non-metallic material.
and fabric
6.3.2 Wooden Construction methods of wooden airframe 2
structures structures; Characteristics, properties and types of
wood and glue used in aero planes; Preservation and
maintenance of wooden structure; Types of defects
in wood material and wooden structures; The
detection of defects in wooden structure; Repair of
wooden structure.
6.3.3 Fabric Characteristics, properties and types of fabrics used 2
covering in aero planes; Inspections methods for fabric;
Types of defects in fabric; Repair of fabric covering.
6.4 Corrosion (a) Chemical fundamentals; Formation by, galvanic 1
action process, microbiological, stress;
(b) Types of corrosion and their identification;
Causes of corrosion; Material types, susceptibility to 3
corrosion.

Subject: AVIATION LEGISLATION – II

Module: 10
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

10.5 (a) General Certification rules: such as FAA & 1

Aircraft EACS 23/25/27/29; Type Certification;
Certification Supplemental Type Certification; CAR-21
Design/Production Organization Approvals. Aircraft
Modifications and repairs approval and certification
Permit to fly requirements
(b) Documents Certificate of Airworthiness;
Certificate of Registration; Noise Certificate;
Weight Schedule; Radio Station License and
Approval.

10.7 (a) Maintenance Programme, Maintenance checks 2

Applicable and inspections; Master Minimum Equipment Lists,
National and Minimum Equipment List, Dispatch Deviation
International Lists; Airworthiness Directives; Service Bulletins,
Requirements manufacturers service information; Modifications
and repairs; Maintenance documentation:
 maintenance manuals, structural repair manual,
illustrated parts catalogue, etc.;
(b) Continuing airworthiness; Test flights; ETOPS
/EDTO , maintenance and dispatch requirements;
RVSM, maintenance and dispatch requirements
RNP, MNPS Operations All Weather Operations,
Category 2/3 operations and minimum equipment
requirements.

10.8 State Safety Programme Basic Safety Concepts 2

Safety Hazards & Safety Risks SMS Operation SMS
Management Safety performance Safety Assurance
System
10.9 Special Federal Aviation Regulations (SFARs) from 2
Fuel Tank Safety 14 CFR SFAR 88 of the FAA and of JAA TGL 47
Concept of CDCCL, Airworthiness Limitations
Items (ALI)

Subject: ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS-II

Module: 3
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

3.8 Power Power, work and energy (kinetic and potential); 2

Dissipation of power by a resistor; Power formula;
Calculations involving power, work and energy

3.12 DC Basic motor and generator theory; Construction and 2

Motor/Generator purpose of components in DC generator; Operation
Theory of, and factors affecting output and direction of
current flow in DC generators; Operation of, and
factors affecting output power, torque, speed and
direction of rotation of DC motors; Series wound,
shunt wound and compound motors; Starter
Generator construction.
3.13 AC Theory Sinusoidal waveform: phase, period, frequency, 2
cycle; Instantaneous, average, root mean square,
 peak, peak to peak current values and calculations
of these values, in relation to voltage, current and
power Triangular/Square waves; Single/3 phase
principles.

3.14 Resistive (R), Phase relationship of voltage and current in L, C 2

Capacitive (C) and and R circuits, parallel, series and series parallel;
Inductive (L) Power dissipation in L, C and R circuits;
Circuits Impedance, phase angle, power factor and current
calculations; True power, apparent power and
reactive power calculations.

3.15 Transformers Transformer construction principles and operation; 2

Transformer losses and methods for overcoming
them; Transformer action under load and no-load
conditions; Power transfer, efficiency, polarity
markings; Calculation of line and phase voltages
and currents; Calculation of power in a three phase
system; Primary and Secondary current, voltage,
turns ratio, power, efficiency; Auto transformers.

3.16 Filters Operation, application and uses of the following 1

filters: low pass, high pass, band pass, band stop.

3.17 AC Rotation of loop in a magnetic field and waveform 2

Generators produced; Operation and construction of revolving
armature and revolving field type AC generators;
Single phase, two phase and three phase alternators;
Three phase star and delta connections advantages
and uses; Permanent Magnet Generators.

3.18 AC Motors Construction, principles of operation and 2

characteristics of: AC synchronous and induction
motors both single and polyphase; Methods of
speed control and direction of rotation; Methods of
producing a rotating field: capacitor, inductor,
shaded or split pole.
Subject: MATERIALS AND HARDWARE-II
Module: 6
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

6.5 Fasteners Screw nomenclature; Thread forms, dimensions and 2

6.5.1 Screw threads tolerances for standard threads used in aircraft;
Measuring screw threads;

6.5.2 Bolts, studs Bolt types: specification, identification and marking 2

and screws of aircraft bolts, international standards; Nuts: self
locking, anchor, standard types; Machine screws:
aircraft specifications; Studs: types and uses,
insertion and removal; Self tapping screws, dowels.

6.5.3 Locking Tab and spring washers, locking plates, split pins, 2
devices pal nuts, wire locking, quick release fasteners, keys,
circlips, cotter pins.

6.5.4 Aircraft rivets Types of solid and blind rivets: specifications and 2
identification, heat treatment.

6.6 Pipes and (a) Identification of, and types of rigid and flexible 2
Unions pipes and their connectors used in aircraft;
(b) Standard unions for aircraft hydraulic, fuel, oil,
pneumatic and air system pipes.

6.7 Springs Types of springs, materials, characteristics and 2

applications.

6.8 Bearings Purpose of bearings, loads, material, construction; 2

Types of bearings and their application.
6.9 Transmissions Gear types and their application; Gear ratios, 2
reduction and multiplication gear systems, driven
and driving gears, idler gears, mesh patterns; Belts
and pulleys, chains and sprockets.

6.10 Control Types of cables; End fittings, turnbuckles and 2

Cables compensation devices; Pulleys and cable system
components; Bowden cables; Aircraft flexible
control systems.

6.11 Electrical Cable types, construction and characteristics; High 2

Cables and tension and co-axial cables; Crimping; Connector
Connectors types, pins, plugs, sockets, insulators, current and
voltage rating, coupling, identification codes.

Subject: HUMAN FACTORS

Module: 9
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

9.1 The need to take human factors into account; 2

General Incidents attributable to human factors/human error;
‘Murphy's’ law.

9.2 Vision; Hearing; Information processing; Attention 2

Human and perception; Memory; Claustrophobia and
Performance and physical access.
Limitations
9.3 Responsibility: individual and group; Motivation 1
Social Psychology and de motivation; Peer pressure; ‘Culture’ issues;
Team working;
Management, supervision and leadership

9.4 Fitness/health; Stress: domestic and work related; 2

Factors Affecting Time pressure and deadlines; Workload: overload
Performance and underload; Sleep and fatigue, shiftwork;
Alcohol, medication, drug abuse.
9.5 Noise and fumes; Illumination; Climate and 1
Physical temperature; Motion and vibration; Working
Environment environment.

9.6 Physical work; Repetitive tasks; Visual inspection; 1

Tasks Complex systems.
9.7 Within and between teams; Work logging and 2
Communication recording;
Keeping up to date, currency; Dissemination of
information.
9.8 Error models and theories; Types of error in 2
Human Error maintenance tasks; Implications of errors (i.e
accidents) Avoiding and managing errors.
9.9 Recognising and avoiding hazards; Dealing with 2
Hazards in the emergencies.
Workplace

Subject: ELECTRONIC FUNDAMENTALS

Module: 4
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL
4.1 Semiconductors Diode symbols; Diode characteristics and 2
properties; Diodes in series and parallel; Main
4.1.1 Diodes characteristics and use of silicon controlled
rectifiers (thyristors), light emitting diode, photo
conductive diode, varistor, rectifier diodes;
Functional testing of diodes.

4.1.2 Transistors (a) Transistor symbols; Component description and 1

orientation; Transistor characteristics and properties.
4.1.3 Integrated (a) Description and operation of logic circuits and 1
Circuits linear circuits/operational amplifiers.

4.2 Printed Circuit Description and use of printed circuit boards. 1

Boards
4.3 (a) Understanding of the following terms: Open and 1
Servomechanisms closed loop systems, feedback, follow up, analogue
 transducers; Principles of operation and use of the
following synchro system components/features:
resolvers, differential, control and torque,
transformers, inductance and capacitance
transmitters.

Subject: MAINTENANCE PRACTICES-II

Module: 7
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

7.7 Electrical Continuity, insulation and bonding techniques and 3

Wiring testing; Use of crimp tools: hand and hydraulic
Interconnection operated; Testing of crimp joints; Connector pin
System (EWIS) removal and insertion; Co-axial cables: testing and
installation precautions; Identification of wire types,
their inspection criteria and damage tolerance.
Wiring protection techniques: Cable looming and
loom support, cable clamps, protective sleeving
techniques including heat shrink wrapping,
shielding. EWIS installations, inspection, repair,
maintenance and cleanliness standards.

7.8 Riveting Riveted joints, rivet spacing and pitch; Tools used 2
for riveting and dimpling; Inspection of riveted
joints.

7.9 Pipes and Bending and belling/flaring aircraft pipes; 2

Hoses Inspection and testing of aircraft pipes and hoses;
Installation and clamping of pipes.

7.10 Springs Inspection and testing of springs. 2

7.11 Bearings Testing, cleaning and inspection of bearings; 2

Lubrication requirements of bearings; Defects in
bearings and their causes.
7.12 Transmissions Inspection of gears, backlash; Inspection of belts 2
and pulleys, chains and sprockets; Inspection of
screw jacks, lever devices, push-pull rod systems.
7.13 Control Swaging of end fittings; Inspection and testing of 2
Cables control cables; Bowden cables; aircraft flexible
control systems.

7.14 Material Marking out and calculation of bend allowance; 2

handling Sheet metal working, including bending and
7.14.1 Sheet Metal forming; Inspection of sheet metal work.

7.14.2 Composite Bonding practices; Environmental conditions 2

and non-metallic Inspection methods
7.16 Aircraft (a) Centre of Gravity/Balance limits calculation: use 2
Weight and of relevant documents;
Balance (b) Preparation of aircraft for weighing; Aircraft
weighing;
7.17 Aircraft Aircraft taxiing/towing and associated safety 2
Handling and precautions; Aircraft jacking, chocking, securing
Storage and associated safety precautions; Aircraft storage
methods; Refuelling/defuelling procedures; De-
icing/anti-icing procedures; Electrical, hydraulic
and pneumatic ground supplies. Effects of
environmental conditions on aircraft handling and
operation.
7.18 Disassembly, (a) Types of defects and visual inspection 3
Inspection, Repair techniques. Corrosion removal, assessment and
and Assembly reprotection.
Techniques (b) General repair methods, Structural Repair
Manual; Ageing, fatigue and corrosion control
programmes;
(c) Non destructive inspection techniques including,
penetrant, radiographic, eddy current, ultrasonic and
boroscope methods.
(d) Disassembly and re-assembly techniques.
(e) Trouble shooting techniques
7.19 Abnormal (a) Inspections following lightning strikes and HIRF 2
Events penetration.
(b) Inspections following abnormal events such as
 heavy landings and flight through turbulence.

7.20 Maintenance Maintenance planning; Modification procedures; 2

Procedures Stores procedures; Certification/release procedures;
Interface with aircraft operation; Maintenance
Inspection/Quality Control/Quality Assurance;
Additional maintenance procedures. Control of life
limited components

Subject: PISTON AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS STRUCTURES AND

SYSTEMS–I
Module: 11B
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

11.1 Theory of Flight Operation and effect of: roll control: ailerons and 2
11.1.1 Aeroplane spoilers; pitch control: elevators, stabilators,
Aerodynamics and variable incidence stabilisers and canards; yaw
Flight Controls control, rudder limiters; Control using elevons,
ruddervators; High lift devices, slots, slats, flaps,
flaperons; Drag inducing devices, spoilers, lift
dumpers, speed brakes; Effects of wing fences,
saw tooth leading edges; Boundary layer control
using, vortex generators, stall wedges or leading
edge devices; Operation and effect of trim tabs,
balance and antibalance (leading) tabs, servo
tabs, spring tabs, mass balance, control surface
bias, aerodynamic balance panels;

11.2 Airframe (a) Airworthiness requirements for structural 2

Structures — General strength; Structural classification, primary,
Concepts secondary and tertiary;
Fail safe, safe life, damage tolerance concepts;
Zonal and station identification systems; Stress,
strain, bending, compression, shear, torsion,
tension, hoop stress, fatigue;
Drains and ventilation provisions; System
installation provisions; Lightning strike
 protection provision. Aircraft bonding
(b) Construction methods of: stressed skin
fuselage, formers, stringers, longerons,
bulkheads, frames, doublers, struts, ties, beams,
floor structures, reinforcement, methods of 2
skinning, anti-corrosive protection, wing,
empennage and engine attachments; Structure
assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, bonding;
Methods of surface protection, such as
chromating, anodising, painting; Surface
cleaning; Airframe symmetry: methods of
alignment and symmetry checks.

11.3 Airframe Construction and pressurisation sealing; Wing, 2

Structures — tail-plane pylon and undercarriage attachments;
Aeroplanes Seat installation; Doors and emergency exits:
11.3.1 Fuselage (ATA construction and operation; Window and
52/53/56) windscreen attachment.

11.3.2 Wings (ATA Construction; Fuel storage; Landing gear, pylon, 2

57) control surface and high lift/drag attachments.

11.3.3 Stabilisers Construction; Control surface attachment. 2

(ATA 55)
11.3.4 Flight Control Construction and attachment; Balancing — mass 2
Surfaces and aerodynamic.
(ATA 55/57)
11.3.5Nacelles/Pylons Nacelles/Pylons: Construction; Firewalls; Engine 2
(ATA 54) mounts.

11.77 Equipment and (a) Emergency equipment requirements; Seats, 2

Furnishings (ATA 25) harnesses and belts.
(b) Cabin lay-out; Equipment lay-out; Cabin 1
Furnishing Installation; Cabin entertainment
equipment; Galley installation; Cargo handling
and retention equipment; Airstairs

11.9 Flight Controls Primary controls: aileron, elevator, rudder; Trim 3

(ATA 27) tabs; High lift devices; System operation:
 manual; Gust locks; Balancing and rigging; Stall
warning system.

Subject: DIGITAL TECHNIQUE ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT SYSTEMS

Module: 5
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

5.1 Electronic Typical systems arrangements and cockpit layout of 2

Instrument Systems electronic instrument systems.

5.10 Fiber Optics Advantages and disadvantages of fiber optic data 1

transmission over electrical wire propagation; Fibre
optic data bus; Fibre optic related terms;
Terminations; Couplers, control terminals, remote
terminals; Application of fibre optics in aircraft
systems.

5.11 Electronic Principles of operation of common types of displays 1

Displays used in modern aircraft, including Cathode Ray
Tubes, Light Emitting Diodes and Liquid Crystal
Display.

5.12 Electrostatic Special handling of components sensitive to 2

Sensitive Devices electrostatic discharges; Awareness of risks and
possible damage, component and personnel anti-
static protection devices.

5.13 Software Awareness of restrictions, airworthiness 1

Management requirements and possible catastrophic effects of
Control unapproved changes to software programmes.
5.14 Influence of the following phenomena on 2
Electromagnetic maintenance practices for electronic system: EMC-
Environment Electromagnetic Compatibility EMI-Electromagnetic

Interference HIRF-High Intensity Radiated Field

Lightning/lightning protection

5.15 Typical General arrangement of typical electronic/digital 2

Electronic / Digital aircraft systems and associated BITE(Built In Test
Aircraft Systems Equipment)
testing such as:
(a) For B1 and B2 only: ACARS-ARINC
Communication and Addressing and Reporting
System EICAS-Engine Indication and Crew Alerting
System FBW-Fly by Wire,
FMS-Flight Management System IRS-Inertial
reference system
(b) For B1, B2 and B3: ECAM-Electronic
Centralised Aircraft Monitoring EFIS-Electronic
Flight Instrument System GPS-Global Positioning
System TCAS-Traffic Collission Avoidance system
Integrated modular Avionics Cabin System,
Information system

Subject: PISTON AERO PLANE AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURE &

SYSTEMS-II
Module: 11B
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVE
L
11.4 Air Pressurization and air conditioning systems; Cabin 3
Conditioning and pressure controllers, protection and warning devices
Cabin Heating Systems
Pressurization
(ATA 21)
11.5 Instruments / Pitot static: altimeter, air speed indicator, vertical 2
Avionic Systems speed indicator; Gyroscopic: artificial horizon,
11.5.1 Instrument attitude director, direction indicator, horizontal
Systems (ATA 31) situation indicator, turn and slip indicator, turn
coordinator; Compasses: direct reading, remote
reading; Angle of attack indication, stall warning
systems. Glass cockpit; Other aircraft system
indication.
11.5.2 Avionic Fundamentals of system lay-outs and operation of: 1
Systems Auto Flight (ATA 22); Communications (ATA 23);
Navigation Systems (ATA 34).

11.6 Electrical Batteries Installation and Operation; DC power 3

Power (ATA 24) generation; Voltage regulation; Power distribution;
Circuit protection; Inverters, transformers.

11.8 Fire Protection (a) Fire extinguishing systems; Fire and smoke 3
(ATA 26) detection and warning systems; System tests.
(b) Portable fire extinguisher.

11.10 Fuel Systems System lay-out; Fuel tanks; Supply systems; Cross- 3
(ATA 28) feed and transfer; Indications and warnings;
Refueling and defueling.

11.11 Hydraulic System lay-out; Hydraulic fluids; Hydraulic 3

Power (ATA 29) reservoirs and accumulators; Pressure generation:
electric, mechanical; Filters Pressure Control; Power
distribution; Indication and warning systems.

11.12 Ice and Rain Ice formation, classification and detection; De-icing 3
Protection (ATA systems: electrical, hot air, pneumatic and chemical;
30) Probe and drain heating; Wiper systems.

11.13 Landing Gear Construction, shock absorbing; Extension and 3

(ATA 32) retraction systems: normal and emergency;
Indications and warning; Wheels, brakes, antiskid
and auto braking; Tires; Steering. Air-ground sensing
11.14 Lights External: navigation, anti collision, landing, taxiing, 3
(ATA 33) ice; Internal: cabin, cockpit, cargo; Emergency.
11.15 Oxygen System lay-out: cockpit, cabin; Sources, storage, 3
(ATA 35) charging and distribution; Supply regulation;
 Indications and warnings;

11.16Pneumatic/Va System lay-out; Sources: engine/APU, compressors, 3

cuum (ATA 36) reservoirs, ground supply; Pressure control;
Distribution; Indications and warnings; Interfaces
with other systems.
11.17 Water / Waste Water system lay-out, supply, distribution, servicing 3
(ATA 38) and draining; Toilet system lay-out, flushing and
servicing; Corrosion aspects.

Subject: PISTON ENGINE- I

Module: 16
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

16.1 Fundamentals Mechanical, thermal and volumetric efficiencies; 2

Operating principles — 2 stroke, 4 stroke, Otto and
Diesel; Piston displacement and compression ratio;
Engine configuration and firing order.
16.2 Engine Power calculation and measurement; Factors 2
Performance affecting engine power; Mixtures/leaning, pre-
ignition.

16.3 Engine Crank case, crank shaft, cam shafts, sumps; 2

Construction Accessory gearbox; Cylinder and piston
assemblies; Connecting rods, inlet and exhaust
manifolds; Valve mechanisms; Propeller reduction
gearboxes.

16.4 Engine Fuel Types, construction and principles of operation; 2

Systems Icing and heating.
16.4.1 Carburetors
16.4.2 Fuel Types, construction and principles of operation. 2
injection systems
16.5 Starting and Starting systems, pre-heat systems; Magneto types, 2
Ignition Systems construction and principles of operation; Ignition
harnesses, spark plugs; Low and high tension
systems.
16.7 Supercharging Principles and purpose of supercharging and its 2
/ Turbocharging effects on engine parameters; Construction and
operation of supercharging/ turbocharging systems;
System terminology; Control systems; System
protection.

Subject: PISTON ENGINE- II

Module: 16
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

16.4.3 Electronic Operation of engine control and fuel metering 2

engine control systems including electronic engine control
(FADEC); Systems lay-out and components.

16.6 Induction, Construction and operation of: induction systems 2

Exhaust and including alternate air systems; Exhaust systems,
Cooling Systems engine cooling systems — air and liquid

16.8 Lubricants and Properties and specifications; Fuel additives; Safety 2

Fuels precautions.

16.9 Lubrication System operation/lay-out and components. 2

Systems
16.10 Engine Engine speed; Cylinder head temperature; Coolant 2
Indication Systems temperature; Oil pressure and temperature; Exhaust
Gas Temperature; Fuel pressure and flow; Manifold
pressure.

16.11 Powerplant Configuration of firewalls, cowlings, acoustic 2

Installation panels, engine mounts, anti-vibration mounts,
hoses, pipes, feeders, connectors, wiring looms,
control cables and rods, lifting points and drains.
16.12 Engine Procedures for starting and ground run-up; 3
Monitoring and Interpretation of engine power output and
Ground Operation parameters; Inspection of engine and components:
criteria, tolerances, and data specified by engine
manufacturer.

16.13 Engine Preservation and depreservation for the engine and 2

Storage and accessories/ systems
Preservation

Subject: PROPELLER
Module: 17A
SUB MODULE TOPIC LEVEL

17.1 Fundamentals Blade element theory; High/low blade angle, reverse 2

angle, angle of attack, rotational speed; Propeller slip;
Aerodynamic, centrifugal, and thrust forces; Torque;
Relative airflow on blade angle of attack; Vibration
and resonance.

17.2 Construction methods and materials used in wooden, 2

Propeller composite and metal propellers; Blade station, blade
Construction face, blade shank, blade back and hub assembly;
Fixed pitch, controllable pitch, constant speeding
propeller; Propeller/spinner installation.

17.3 Speed control and pitch change methods, mechanical 2

Propeller Pitch and electrical/electronic; Feathering and reverse pitch;
Control Over speed protection.

17.4 Synchronizing and Synchrophasing equipment. 2

Propeller
Synchronising
17.5 Fluid and electrical de-icing equipment. 2
Propeller Ice
Protection
17.6 Static and dynamic balancing; Blade tracking; 3
Propeller Assessment of blade damage, erosion, corrosion,
Maintenance impact damage, de-lamination; Propeller
treatment/repair schemes; Propeller engine running.

17.7 Propeller Propeller preservation and de-preservation 2

Storage and
Preservation