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UÇAK SİSTEMLERİ IV PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
GMY441 UÇAK SİSTEMLERİ IV 7 10 7 8

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. SİNEM GÜRKAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to enable students to comprehend the operation of various systems in aircraft and effectively analyze the systems encountered during maintenance and repair processes. It provides a comprehensive examination of fundamental aircraft systems, including flight controls, fuel systems, hydraulic power, ice and rain protection systems, landing gear, and lighting systems, focusing on their maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and operational requirements.
Contents of the Course Unit: The course begins with flight controls, offering a detailed analysis of aircraft control surfaces, load controls, high-lift devices, and system operation mechanisms (manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fly-by-wire). The functionality of fuel systems is explored, with an emphasis on fuel tanks, feed systems, cross-feed, refueling, and defueling operations. Hydraulic power systems are explained in terms of fluids, pumps, pressure generation, power distribution, and the principles of accumulators. Ice and rain protection systems are addressed, covering ice prevention and removal, rain repellent, and wiper systems. Additionally, landing gear systems are detailed, including shock absorption, braking systems, wheels, tires, auto-braking, and anti-skid systems. Finally, external and internal lighting systems on aircraft, such as navigation lights, emergency lighting, and cabin illumination, are included in the curriculum. Through this course, students gain an in-depth understanding of the operational principles and maintenance requirements of aircraft systems, equipping them with the knowledge needed for effective aircraft maintenance and repair operations.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Analyzes the operation of flight controls and flight surfaces.
Explains the operation of the Flettner, active load control, and high-lift devices.
Evaluates the operating mechanisms of flight control systems, including manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fly-by-wire systems.
Explains the operation of special systems such as artificial feel, yaw damper, Mach trim, and rudder limiter.
Analyzes balancing/equalizing procedures and stall protection/warning systems.
Identifies fuel system layout plans and analyzes information related to fuel tanks.
Explains the operation of refueling, feeding, and crossfeed systems.
Evaluates fuel refueling and defueling procedures.
Describes the principles of longitudinal balance fuel systems.
Analyzes fuel system indicators and warning systems.
Explains the types and operation of hydraulic fluids.
Evaluates the structure, pumps, and pressure generation processes of hydraulic systems.
Describes hydraulic storage, pressurization, and sampling procedures.
Analyzes the relationship between power distribution systems, steering and control valves, and pistons.
Evaluates the operation of filters, accumulators, and other components in hydraulic systems.
Explains the operation of anti-icing and de-icing systems.
Describes de-icing and anti-icing processes using electrical, hot air, and chemical systems.
Evaluates rain removal and wiper systems.
Analyzes the systems for heating propellers and drain areas.
Describes the structure of landing gear, shock absorption systems, and extension/retraction mechanisms.
Evaluates the operation of normal and emergency landing gear systems.
Explains the operation of wheels, tires, brakes, auto-braking, anti-skid, and nose gear retraction prevention systems.
Analyzes the steering (rudder) system and the operation of ground proximity detection systems.
Identifies and explains the operation of external light systems (navigation, anti-collision, landing, taxi, and ice lights).
Evaluates the operation of internal light systems (cabin, cockpit, and cargo lighting).
Describes the operation of emergency lighting systems.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 ATA 27 11.9 Flight Controls (ATA 27) Primary control surfaces: aileron, elevator, rudder, spoiler. Flettner (trim) control system. Active load control system. High-lift devices. Lift-off, descent, and speed brakes. System operations: manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fly-by-wire control systems. Artificial feel, yaw damper, Mach trim, rudder limiter, and storm lock systems. Balancing and equalization, adjustments. Stall protection/warning system. -
2 ATA 27 11.9 Flight Controls (ATA 27) Primary control surfaces: aileron, elevator, rudder, spoiler. Flettner (trim) control system. Active load control system. High-lift devices. Lift-off, descent, and speed brakes. System operations: manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fly-by-wire control systems. Artificial feel, yaw damper, Mach trim, rudder limiter, and storm lock systems. Balancing and equalization, adjustments. Stall protection/warning system. -
3 ATA 27 11.9 Flight Controls (ATA 27) Primary control surfaces: aileron, elevator, rudder, spoiler. Flettner (trim) control system. Active load control system. High-lift devices. Lift-off, descent, and speed brakes. System operations: manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fly-by-wire control systems. Artificial feel, yaw damper, Mach trim, rudder limiter, and storm lock systems. Balancing and equalization, adjustments. Stall protection/warning system. -
4 ATA 28 11.10 Fuel Systems (ATA 28) System layout. Fuel tanks. Refueling/feeding systems. Downloading, venting, and draining processes. Crossfeed and transfer systems. Indicators and warnings. Refueling and defueling procedures. Longitudinal balance fuel systems. -
5 ATA 28 11.10 Fuel Systems (ATA 28) System layout. Fuel tanks. Refueling/feeding systems. Downloading, venting, and draining processes. Crossfeed and transfer systems. Indicators and warnings. Refueling and defueling procedures. Longitudinal balance fuel systems. -
6 ATA 29 11.11 Hydraulic Power (ATA 29) Hydraulic fluids. Hydraulic reservoirs: pressurization, replenishment, and sampling. Hydraulic pumps and pressure generation: electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and emergency pressure control. System layout: accumulators, filters. Power distribution: directional and control valves, actuators, and pistons. Indicators and warning systems. Interrelationships with other systems. -
7 ATA 29 11.11 Hydraulic Power (ATA 29) Hydraulic fluids. Hydraulic reservoirs: pressurization, replenishment, and sampling. Hydraulic pumps and pressure generation: electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and emergency pressure control. System layout: accumulators, filters. Power distribution: directional and control valves, actuators, and pistons. Indicators and warning systems. Interrelationships with other systems. -
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 ATA 29 11.11 Hydraulic Power (ATA 29) Hydraulic fluids. Hydraulic reservoirs: pressurization, replenishment, and sampling. Hydraulic pumps and pressure generation: electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and emergency pressure control. System layout: accumulators, filters. Power distribution: directional and control valves, actuators, and pistons. Indicators and warning systems. Interrelationships with other systems. -
10 ATA 30 11.12 Ice and Rain Protection (ATA 30) Ice formation, classification, and detection. Anti-icing systems: electrical, hot air, and chemical methods. De-icing systems: electrical, hot air, pneumatic, and chemical methods. Rain removal systems. Propeller and drain area heating systems. Wiper/wiper systems. -
11 ATA 30 11.12 Ice and Rain Protection (ATA 30) Ice formation, classification, and detection. Anti-icing systems: electrical, hot air, and chemical methods. De-icing systems: electrical, hot air, pneumatic, and chemical methods. Rain removal systems. Propeller and drain area heating systems. Wiper/wiper systems. -
12 ATA 32 11.13 Landing Gear (ATA 32) Structure and shock absorption systems. Extension and retraction systems: normal and emergency operations. Indicators and warning systems. Wheels and tires, brakes, auto-braking, skid and nose gear retraction prevention systems. Steering mechanisms (rudder). Air-ground proximity detection. Tail bumper systems. -
13 ATA 32 ATA 33 11.13 Landing Gear (ATA 32) Structure and shock absorption systems. Extension and retraction systems: normal and emergency operations. Indicators and warning systems. Wheels and tires, brakes, auto-braking, skid and nose gear retraction prevention systems. Steering mechanisms (rudder). Air-ground proximity detection. Tail bumper systems. 11.14 Lights (ATA 33) External lighting: navigation, anti-collision, landing, taxi, and ice lights. Internal lighting: cabin, cockpit, cargo lights. Emergency lighting systems. -
14 ATA 33 11.14 Lights (ATA 33) External lighting: navigation, anti-collision, landing, taxi, and ice lights. Internal lighting: cabin, cockpit, cargo lights. Emergency lighting systems. -
15 - FINAL EXAM -
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

FAA Resmi İnternet Sitesi, https://www.faa.gov/ http://www.flightlearnings.com www.b737.org.uk/aircraftsystems.htm
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ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the basic concepts of aeronautical standards and rules. (Bloom 1)
3

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Organize teamwork during the collection, interpretation, announcement and application of data related to the field. (Bloom 6)
4

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Perform theoretical and practical knowledge related to his/her field in business life using analytical methods and modeling techniques. (Bloom 4)
3
2
Use maintenance manuals and other sources of information in business life to obtain information about the field. (Bloom3)
5
3
Determine the actualities of all technical and administrative documents related with the field. (Bloom 1)
4
4
Perform theoretical and practical knowledge related to his/her field in business life using analytical methods and modeling techniques. (Bloom 4)
1

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use computer software, information and communication technologies at the level required by the field. (Bloom 3)
2
2
Interpret the sketches, scheme, graphics that describe the subject. (Bloom 2)
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Develop solutions for problems faced during application. (Bloom 6)
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Determine the learning requirements related with his/her field. (Bloom 3)
2
2
Use the lifelong learning principles in occupational development. (Bloom 3)
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply the technical drawing knowledge effectively in business life. (Bloom 3)
3
2
By informing the relevant persons and institutions about the related field; state his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions in the field.(Bloom 1)
3
3
Debate his/her ideas and solution suggestions with experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. (Bloom 2)
5
4
Participate in training related to the field at international level. (Bloom 3)
4
5
Organize activities for the professional development of employees under his/her responsibility. (Bloom 6).
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use the knowledge and skills obtained during undergraduate education in work life. (Bloom 3)
2
2
Solve the problems encountered in his/her field. (Bloom 3)
3
3
Apply the necessary culture of behavior in the areas of quality management and processes and environmental protection and occupational safety (Bloom 3)
3
4
Locate the awareness of safety factor to himself and to the team. (Bloom 1)
5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 10 140
Preliminary & Further Study 14 4 56
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 1 7 7
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 0 0 0
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 31 0 205
Total Workload of the Course Unit 205
Workload (h) / 25.5 8
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 8,0