Module Title:Aircraft Anatomy and Design 1
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 3 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: The module will be delivered with a blend of lectures and problem based learning for tutorials and laboratory sessions, and will be assessed through continuous assessment and a terminal examination.
Module Aim: To give learners an understanding of the basic mechanical, electrical and instrument systems within an aircraft. To provide learners with the skills and techniques required to understand the basic concepts used in the conceptual design of an aircraft using industry standard tools. To provide learners with a foundation for subsequent modules in the area of aircraft design. To provide learners will an introduction to CAD drawing software.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Describe the construction and control of a typical aircraft
LO2 Explain the design, construction and operation of the mechanical, electrical and instrument systems within an aircraft
LO3 Solve problems involving forces, moments and couples
LO4 Calculate basic aircraft design parameters of centre of gravity, take-off distance, stall speed, and flight endurance
LO5 Produce 2D CAD/technical drawings of a 3 dimensional product that would be understood and manufactured by a engineering workshop technician
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Mechanics Statics
- Scalars and Vectors - Resolution of vectors - Forces, moments and couples - Centre of gravity
Aircraft General Knowledge
- Basic of an Aircrafts - Airframe Structures - Primary Flight Controls - Tabs and High Lift Devices - Ignition and Electrical Systems - Powerplant - Propellers - Flight Instruments - Fuel Systems - Lubrication Systems - Cooling Systems - Landing Gear
Computer Aided Design
- 2D drawings software - 3 view drawings - 3D modelling fundamentals
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment20.00%
Practical20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Examination Learners will complete a mid term class test during the module which may be of written or online form. 1,3 10.00 Week 7
Practical/Skills Evaluation The learner will complete a CAD drawing assignment to produce a set of 3 view drawings for a component to be manufactured. 5 10.00 Week 12
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation The learner will complete a number of practical exercises in the hangar pertaining to various systems used on aircraft. 1,2,4 10.00 Every Week
Practical/Skills Evaluation The learner will complete CAD assignments demonstrating elements of software 5 10.00 n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam The learner will complete a written terminal exam on the topics presented in the module 1,2,3,4 60.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00
Laboratory 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_EEAER_B Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Aerospace Engineering 1 Mandatory
CW_EEACS_D Bachelor of Engineering in Aircraft Systems 1 Mandatory
CW_EEPLT_D Bachelor of Science in Pilot Studies 1 Mandatory