UÇAK SİSTEMLERİ I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
GMY238	UÇAK SİSTEMLERİ I	4	10	8	3

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	Lecturer ALİ GÜRCAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the basic structures, flight theory and aerodynamic principles of aircraft systems. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of the operation of flight control systems, high-speed flight dynamics, airframe structure properties and aerodynamic performance of airplanes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course begins with flight theory and aerodynamics, explaining how aircraft controls and control systems (aileron, elevator, rudder, etc.) work and their effects. High speed flight concepts, Mach Number, compressibility effects and the effects of shock waves on flight are detailed. Structural characteristics of the airframe, airworthiness requirements and structural assembly techniques are also covered. Topics such as fabrication of structural elements, corrosion protection, symmetry and alignment methods are also covered. Finally, the focus is on airframe pressure sealing, door and glazing structures, and loading systems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains Flight Theory & Recognizes aircraft structure and system elements.
Knows the tasks of aircraft structure and system elements.
Applies Airplane Aerodynamics and Flight Controls.
Air Conditioning and Cabin Pressurization (ATA 21) and Instrumentation (Devices) / Avionics Systems Instrumentation (Device) Systems (ATA 31) explains
Systems (ATA 31) and Flight Controls (ATA 27) Applies the operation of Fuel Systems (ATA 28)
Describes the Cabin Equipment and Furnishings (ATA 25) and Fire Protection (ATA 26) system
Knows the tasks of aircraft structure and system elements. Applies Airplane Aerodynamics and Flight Controls.
Instrumentation / Avionics Systems Explains Instrumentation Implements the operation of the Hydraulic Power (ATA 29) system

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	11.1 Theory of Flight 11.1.1. Aircraft Aerodynamics and Flight Controls Operation and effect of the following: - Left and right tilt (rule) control; elevons and spoilers - nose down/nose up (pike) control: elevator, stabilizer, variable ratio stabilizers and canard control, - yaw control, rudder limiters; Control by use of elevon and ruddervator; High lift devices, slat, slot, flap, flaperon; Drag devices, spoilers, lift dampers, speed brakes; Effects of wing fences; saw-toothed leading edges; Boundary layer controls, vortex generators, stall or leading edge wedge arrangements; Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and destabilizing tabs, servo tabs, spring tabs, mass balance, control surface deflection, aerodynamic balance panels.	-
2	-	11.1 Theory of Flight 11.1.1. Aircraft Aerodynamics and Flight Controls Operation and effect of the following: - Left and right tilt (rule) control; elevons and spoilers - nose down/nose up (pike) control: elevator, stabilizer, variable ratio stabilizers and canard control, - yaw control, rudder limiters; Control by use of elevon and ruddervator; High lift devices, slat, slot, flap, flaperon; Drag devices, spoilers, lift dampers, speed brakes; Effects of wing fences; saw-toothed leading edges; Boundary layer controls, vortex generators, stall or leading edge wedge arrangements; Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and destabilizing tabs, servo tabs, spring tabs, mass balance, control surface deflection, aerodynamic balance panels.	-
3	-	11.1 Theory of Flight 11.1.1. Aircraft Aerodynamics and Flight Controls Operation and effect of the following: - Left and right tilt (rule) control; elevons and spoilers - nose down/nose up (pike) control: elevator, stabilizer, variable ratio stabilizers and canard control, - yaw control, rudder limiters; Control by use of elevon and ruddervator; High lift devices, slat, slot, flap, flaperon; Drag devices, spoilers, lift dampers, speed brakes; Effects of wing fences; saw-toothed leading edges; Boundary layer controls, vortex generators, stall or leading edge wedge arrangements; Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and destabilizing tabs, servo tabs, spring tabs, mass balance, control surface deflection, aerodynamic balance panels.	-
4	-	11.1 Theory of Flight 11.1.1. Aircraft Aerodynamics and Flight Controls Operation and effect of the following: - Left and right tilt (rule) control; elevons and spoilers - nose down/nose up (pike) control: elevator, stabilizer, variable ratio stabilizers and canard control, - yaw control, rudder limiters; Control by use of elevon and ruddervator; High lift devices, slat, slot, flap, flaperon; Drag devices, spoilers, lift dampers, speed brakes; Effects of wing fences; saw-toothed leading edges; Boundary layer controls, vortex generators, stall or leading edge wedge arrangements; Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and destabilizing tabs, servo tabs, spring tabs, mass balance, control surface deflection, aerodynamic balance panels.	-
5	-	11.1 Theory of Flight 11.1.1. Aircraft Aerodynamics and Flight Controls Operation and effect of the following: - Left and right tilt (rule) control; elevons and spoilers - nose down/nose up (pike) control: elevator, stabilizer, variable ratio stabilizers and canard control, - yaw control, rudder limiters; Control by use of elevon and ruddervator; High lift devices, slat, slot, flap, flaperon; Drag devices, spoilers, lift dampers, speed brakes; Effects of wing fences; saw-toothed leading edges; Boundary layer controls, vortex generators, stall or leading edge wedge arrangements; Operation and effect of trim tabs, balance and destabilizing tabs, servo tabs, spring tabs, mass balance, control surface deflection, aerodynamic balance panels.	-
6	-	11.1.2. High Speed Flight Speed of sound, subsonic flight, transonic flight, supersonic flight; Mach number, critical Mach number, compressibility effect, shock wave, aerodynamic heating, field rule; Factors affecting the airflow at the engine inlets of a high-red airplane; Effects of sweepback on critical Mach number.	-
7	-	11.1.2. High Speed Flight Speed of sound, subsonic flight, transonic flight, supersonic flight; Mach number, critical Mach number, compressibility effect, shock wave, aerodynamic heating, field rule; Factors affecting the airflow at the engine inlets of a high-red airplane; Effects of sweepback on critical Mach number.	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	11.2 Body Structure - General Concepts (a) Airworthiness requirements relating to structural strength; Structural classification, first, second and third; Fault tolerance, safe life, damage tolerance general concepts; Zone and station identification systems; Stress, buckling, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tensile stress, fatigue; Unloading and ventilation conditions; System assembly/placement conditions; Lightning protection conditions; Aircraft mounts;	-
10	-	11.2 Body Structure - General Concepts (a) Airworthiness requirements relating to structural strength; Structural classification, first, second and third; Fault tolerance, safe life, damage tolerance general concepts; Zone and station identification systems; Stress, buckling, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tensile stress, fatigue; Unloading and ventilation conditions; System assembly/placement conditions; Lightning protection conditions; Aircraft mounts;	-
11	-	11.2 Body Structure - General Concepts (a) Airworthiness requirements relating to structural strength; Structural classification, first, second and third; Fault tolerance, safe life, damage tolerance general concepts; Zone and station identification systems; Stress, buckling, bending, compression, shear, torsion, tensile stress, fatigue; Unloading and ventilation conditions; System assembly/placement conditions; Lightning protection conditions; Aircraft mounts;	-
12	-	(b) Methods of construction of the following: Clad fuselages, reinforcing straps, reinforcing members, fuselage stringers, main ribs, reinforcing parts, struts, connections, girders, floor structures, stiffeners, coating methods, corrosion protection, wing, tailplane and engine connections; Structural joining/assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, gluing; Surface protection methods such as chroming, anodizing, painting; Surface cleaning; Body symmetry: Alignment/adjustment methods and symmetry checks. 11.3 Airframe Structure - Airplanes 11.3.1 Body (ATA 52/53/56) Providing structure and pressure sealing; Wing, altitude rudder, paylon, and landing gear attachments; Seat layout and cargo loading system; Doors and emergency exits: Structures, mechanisms, operation (movement) and safety devices; Structures and mechanisms of windows and glass	-
13	-	(b) Methods of construction of the following: Clad fuselages, reinforcing straps, reinforcing members, fuselage stringers, main ribs, reinforcing parts, struts, connections, girders, floor structures, stiffeners, coating methods, corrosion protection, wing, tailplane and engine connections; Structural joining/assembly techniques: riveting, bolting, gluing; Surface protection methods such as chroming, anodizing, painting; Surface cleaning; Body symmetry: Alignment/adjustment methods and symmetry checks. 11.3 Airframe Structure - Airplanes 11.3.1 Body (ATA 52/53/56) Providing structure and pressure sealing; Wing, altitude rudder, paylon, and landing gear attachments; Seat layout and cargo loading system; Doors and emergency exits: Structures, mechanisms, operation (movement) and safety devices; Structures and mechanisms of windows and glass	-
14	-	11.3.2 Wings (ATA 57) Structure: Fuel storage; Landing gear, paylon, control surfaces and high lift/drag links	-
15	-	11.3.2 Wings (ATA 57) Structure: Fuel storage; Landing gear, paylon, control surfaces and high lift/drag links	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
FAA Official Website, https://www.faa.gov/ http://www.flightlearnings.com www.b737.org.uk/aircraftsystems.htm
TTS Module 11, Total Education Support Publications

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description
Mid-Term Exam	1	50
Final Exam	1	50
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

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)					4

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)						5
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)						5

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)				3
2	Interpret the sketches, scheme, graphics that describe the subject. (Bloom 2)						5

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)						5

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)						5
2	Use the lifelong learning principles in occupational development. (Bloom 3)	0

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)						5
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)					4
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)						5
5	Organize activities for the professional development of employees under his/her responsibility. (Bloom 6).					4

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)						5
2	Solve the problems encountered in his/her field. (Bloom 3)					4
3	Apply the necessary culture of behavior in the areas of quality management and processes and environmental protection and occupational safety (Bloom 3)					4
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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	2	6	12
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	6	6
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	19	0	76