Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair & Overhaul Technology Courses
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Safe Working Practices and Techniques
Safe Working Practices and Techniques
This course consists of 12 units designed to introduce the student to the potential health and safety hazards present in the work place. This course also familiarizes the student with safe work practices and techniques used to avoid these hazards emphasizing the role of WHMIS and MSDS in the workplace along with the proper use of personal protective equipment needed to prevent injury.
Hours: 22.5
Course Code: AGTERO-1010
Parts Inspection and Sorting
Parts Inspection and Sorting
This course consists of 10 units designed to introduce the student to sorting and inspecting parts. The emphasis of this module is on identifying parts using appropriate procedure documents, determining the best method of inspection, performing dimensional inspection, visual inspection, interpreting NDI results and functional testing.
Hours: 243
Course Code: AGTERO-1020
Engine Assembly
Engine Assembly
This course consists of 7 units designed to introduce the student to engine assembly. The emphasis is on using appropriate procedure documents to organize and record parts. Assemble the parts into modules, rework as necessary, balance rotating assemblies, assemble the modules, install external components and inspect the assembled engine for completeness and conformity to standards.
Hours: 178
Course Code: AGTERO-1030
Preparing and Rigging Engines for Testing
Preparing and Rigging Engines for Testing
This course consists of 4 units designed to introduce the student to engine testing. The emphasis is on preparing the engine for testing, conducting pre-run safety inspections, testing the engine, and completing the appropriate documentation.
Hours: 30
Course Code: AGTERO-1040
Preparing Engines for Shipping and/or Storage
Preparing Engines for Shipping and/or Storage
This course consists of 3 units designed to introduce the student to the procedures necessary to prepare an engine for shipping or storage.
Hours: 34
Course Code: AGTERO-1050
Reference Materials and Standards
Reference Materials and Standards
This course consists of four units designed to provide the student with an understanding of established standards required in the aerospace industry. Students learn how to apply these standards using appropriate reference materials and properly documenting procedures while providing traceability.
Hours: 12.5
Course Code: AGTERO-1060
Tools and Measuring Devices
Tools and Measuring Devices
This course consists of 4 units designed to enable the student to safely operate, and maintain common hand, power and measuring tools. The emphasis is on proper tool selection, safe methods of operation, and the inherent hazards that could cause injury or damage during use.
Hours: 103
Course Code: AGTERO-1070
Work Standards and Procedures
Work Standards and Procedures
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the damage types found on gas turbine engine components, and hardware, as well as the acceptable repair techniques. It also discusses the proper procedures for applying permanent and temporary markings to components, as well as locking devices, lubricants, and sealants. This module emphasizes the use of appropriate procedure documents, and the techniques outlined in them.
Hours: 123
Course Code: AGTERO-1080
Engine Lifting and Handling
Engine Lifting and Handling
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the damage types found on gas turbine engine components, and hardware, as well as the acceptable repair techniques. It also discusses the proper procedures for applying permanent and temporary markings to components, as well as locking devices, lubricants, and sealants. This module emphasizes the use of appropriate procedure documents, and the techniques outlined in them.
Hours: 19
Course Code: AGTERO-1090
Engine Operation
Engine Operation
This course consists of 5 modules designed to introduce the student to basic gas turbine engine types, operation, basic construction and relevant systems. An emphasis is placed on the purpose of each part and system, how the part or system accomplishes its purpose and how the parts or systems relate to one another.
Hours: 120
Course Code: AGTERO-1100
Pre-disassembly Check
Pre-disassembly Check
This course consists of 5 units designed to introduce the student to the procedures necessary to induct the engine into the overhaul facility with an emphasis on the pertinent pre-disassembly inspections. These include recording and documenting engine condition, oil analysis, conformance and borescope inspection.
Hours: 18
Course Code: AGTERO-1110
Engine Stripping and Disassembly
Engine Stripping and Disassembly
This course consists of 3 units designed to introduce the student to engine stripping and disassembly. The emphasis is on practical application of knowledge gained in earlier modules as applied to stripping accessories from the engine, splitting the engine into modules, and dismantling the modules.
Hours: 102
Course Code: AGTERO-1120
Non-Destructive Inspection
Non-Destructive Inspection
This course consists of 6 units designed to introduce the students to the main types of Non-destructive Inspection (NDI). The emphasis is on teaching the student how basic NDI is carried out and how to prepare and document parts for NDI.
Hours: 46
Course Code: AGTERO-1130
Precision Trade Math
Precision Trade Math
This course is designed to enable the student to develop trade related math skills. Students acquire competency in the math skills as they relate to their precision machinist program and future career. Emphasis is placed on developing problem solving and critical thinking skills used in trouble-shooting. Students are challenged to continually make connections between math and aircraft technician field, as well as every day applications.
Hours: 45
Course Code: AGTERO-1150
Physics
Physics
This course is designed to introduce students to mechanical physics. Topics in this course include kinematics, statics, energy, states of matter and waves. Emphasis is placed on developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills as the students relate the physics concepts to their program of study and their future career.
Hours: 45
Course Code: AGTERO-1160
Workplace Communications
Workplace Communications
This course is designed to allow students to develop preparatory skills for securing and retaining employment including; workplace communication, time management, critical thinking and problem-solving, and customer service. Upon successful completion of this course students are able to use oral communications techniques, and create a variety of written documents and reports used in the workplace. Methods and strategies for job search, preparation and retention are also incorporated.
Hours: 45
Course Code: COMM-1005
Computer Essentials
Computer Essentials
In this course, students are introduced to the fundamentals of various software programs and information processing systems used in today's workplace and educational environments. Students develop the skills necessary to understand and efficiently use common workplace productivity tools. The main areas of focus include: operating systems, e-mail and groupware, word processing, spreadsheets, electronic presentation software, and the integration of these technologies.
Hours: 45
Course Code: COMP-1000
Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
An overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Prince Edward Island. Students examine the legislation, how PEI employees are protected while on the job and the responsibilities of employees and employers.
Hours: 0
Course Code: SAFE-1005
