Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Syllabus

The licensing-oriented syllabus is organised around prescribed knowledge modules rather than only a conventional university semester structure.

The following module list is representative and must be checked against the current category requirements.

Module 1: Mathematics

• Arithmetic
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Trigonometry
• Relevant engineering calculations

Module 2: Physics

• Matter
• Mechanics
• Fluid dynamics
• Thermodynamics
• Optics
• Wave motion

Module 3: Electrical Fundamentals

• Electron theory
• Static electricity
• Electrical terminology
• DC circuits
• AC circuits
• Capacitance
• Inductance
• Motors and generators
• Transformers

Module 4: Electronic Fundamentals

• Semiconductors
• Diodes
• Transistors
• Integrated circuits
• Printed circuits
• Servomechanisms
• Electronic systems

Module 5: Digital Techniques and Electronic Instrument Systems

• Number systems
• Logic circuits
• Data conversion
• Data buses
• Computers
• Microprocessors
• Fibre optics
• Electronic displays
• Electrostatic-sensitive devices
• Software management

Module 6: Materials and Hardware

• Aircraft materials
• Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Composite materials
• Corrosion
• Fasteners
• Pipes and unions
• Springs
• Bearings
• Transmissions
• Control cables
• Electrical cables and connectors

Module 7: Maintenance Practices

• Safety precautions
• Workshop practices
• Tools
• Engineering drawings
• Fits and clearances
• Electrical wiring
• Riveting
• Pipes and hoses
• Sheet-metal work
• Welding
• Composite repair
• Aircraft weighing and balance
• Handling and storage
• Disassembly and inspection
• Maintenance procedures
• Abnormal-event inspection

Module 8: Basic Aerodynamics

• Properties of the atmosphere
• Aerodynamic terminology
• Airflow
• Lift
• Drag
• Stall
• Stability
• Flight-control surfaces
• High-speed flight fundamentals

Module 9: Human Factors

• Human performance
• Vision and hearing
• Information processing
• Attention
• Fatigue
• Stress
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Workplace environment
• Error
• Hazard management

Human Factors is essential because maintenance errors can result from communication failures, fatigue, distraction, assumptions or weak procedures.

Module 10: Aviation Legislation

• Regulatory framework
• Certifying staff
• Approved maintenance organisations
• Continuing airworthiness
• Aircraft certification
• Maintenance documentation
• Applicable procedures
• Occurrence reporting
• Records and responsibilities

Legislation changes. Students should use current approved material.

Module 11A: Turbine Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems

Potential areas include:

• Airframe structures
• Flight controls
• Landing gear
• Fuel
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Air conditioning
• Pressurisation
• Fire protection
• Ice and rain protection
• Lights
• Water and waste
• Onboard maintenance systems
• Avionics-system interfaces

Module 11B: Piston Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems

This module covers relevant piston-aeroplane structures and systems.

Module 12: Helicopter Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems

Potential areas include:

• Rotary-wing aerodynamics
• Flight controls
• Rotor systems
• Transmission
• Airframe
• Hydraulic systems
• Fuel
• Fire protection
• Electrical power
• Instruments

Module 13: Aircraft Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems

This module is commonly associated with avionics-category knowledge of aircraft systems and interfaces.

Module 14: Propulsion

Propulsion fundamentals relevant to the category.

Module 15: Gas Turbine Engine

• Engine construction
• Air intake
• Compressors
• Combustion
• Turbines
• Exhaust
• Bearings and seals
• Lubrication
• Fuel control
• Starting and ignition
• Indicating systems
• Maintenance

Module 16: Piston Engine

• Engine fundamentals
• Performance
• Construction
• Fuel systems
• Induction
• Ignition
• Starting
• Cooling
• Lubrication
• Maintenance

Module 17: Propeller

• Construction
• Pitch control
• Synchronisation
• Ice protection
• Storage
• Maintenance

Not every category requires every module at the same level. Applicants must verify the current module matrix.

Mechanical-stream practical training

Practical work may involve:

• Tool use
• Sheet-metal work
• Fastener installation
• Component inspection
• Aircraft jacking
• Ground handling
• Weighing and balance
• Control-system checks
• Engine inspection
• Hydraulic-system work
• Maintenance documentation
• Safety-wire practices
• Corrosion inspection
• Component removal and installation

Avionics-stream practical training

Practical work may include:

• Wiring
• Connector assembly
• Circuit testing
• Electrical measurements
• Instrument testing
• Communication-system checks
• Navigation-system checks
• Fault isolation
• Data-bus familiarisation
• Electronic-system inspection
• Maintenance documentation

Representative B.Tech syllabus

A university degree may use an eight-semester structure such as:

Semester 1

• Engineering Mathematics
• Engineering Physics
• Engineering Chemistry
• Engineering Graphics
• Basic Electrical Engineering
• Workshop Practice

Semester 2

• Engineering Mathematics II
• Engineering Mechanics
• Computer Programming
• Basic Electronics
• Materials Science
• Communication Skills

Semester 3

• Aerodynamics
• Thermodynamics
• Aircraft Materials
• Electrical Fundamentals
• Maintenance Practices
• Manufacturing Technology

Semester 4

• Aircraft Structures
• Aircraft Systems
• Digital Electronics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Human Factors
• Aviation Legislation

Semester 5

• Gas Turbine Engines
• Piston Engines
• Aircraft Instruments
• Avionics
• Airframe Maintenance
• Maintenance Laboratory

Semester 6

• Propellers
• Aircraft Electrical Systems
• Reliability
• Quality Assurance
• Non-Destructive Testing
• Engine Laboratory

Semester 7

• Maintenance Planning
• Aircraft Inspection
• Safety Management
• Technical Elective
• Internship
• Project Phase I

Semester 8

• Continuing Airworthiness
• Technical Elective
• Project Phase II
• Seminar
• Viva Voce

This degree syllabus should not be presented as the DGCA module structure.

AME project and practical topics

• Aircraft corrosion-inspection study
• Maintenance human-factor analysis
• Wiring fault-isolation trainer
• Landing-gear demonstration model
• Hydraulic-system test rig
• Tool-control system
• Digital maintenance-record prototype
• Engine-condition monitoring
• Predictive-maintenance study
• Foreign-object-damage prevention
• Ground-support-equipment safety study
• Composite-damage inspection
• Maintenance error-reporting framework
• Aircraft weight-and-balance exercise
• Non-destructive-testing comparison

Projects cannot substitute for prescribed regulatory practical experience.