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|form C |

|Modification or deletion of existing course |

|Date: |01/26/2009 |Prepared & Submitted by: |Travis Flippen |

|Department: |Aviation   |Course Discipline and Number: |AMT 121 |

|1. |When is this change effective? |

| |Immediately Fall Spring Summer Academic Year:       |

|2. | Deletion of a Course: |

| |Reason for deletion: |

| |      |

|3. | Modification of the following: (Attach existing course outline, note changes as appropriate. Update Prerequisite/Advisory Form, if |

| |appropriate ) |

| | |Number | |Hours | |Prerequisite/Advisory | |Discipline |

| | |Title | |Units | |Description | |Content |

| | |Grading | |General Education Applicability | |Transferability |

| | |Repeatability | |Other (please describe.) Update course outline, and add Course Learning Outcomes, ILO's |

| |FROM: |      |      |      |      |      |

| | |Discipline & Number |Course Title |Units |Lec |Lab |

| |TO: |      |      |      |      |      |

| | |Discipline & Number |Course Title |Units |Lec |Lab |

|4. |Reason for modification: |

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|5. |Will this course be offered via distance education? Yes No |

| |If yes, fill out Form D – Distance Education form. |

|6. |Routing/Recommendation for Approval |

| | |Signatures | | |Approval |

| |Dept. Approval (Chair Sign) | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Area Dean | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Curriculum Committee Chair | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |VP of Instruction | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Superintendent/President For District | | | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Board | | | | | |

| |CCC Chancellor’s Office | | Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |(if applicable) | | | | | |

|7. |Rejection and Reason(s): |

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GAVILAN COLLEGE

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

|COURSE OUTLINE |Course Discipline and #AMT 121 |

|DISCIPLINE: |AMT 121 |DEPARTMENT: |Aviation |

| |Name and Number | | |

|COURSE TITLE: |Aviation Powerplant Technology |

(Maximum of 60 spaces)

| |Recommended |

|SEMESTER UNITS : |14 |HOURS PER WEEK: |Lec |9 |Lab |15 |LEH Factor |      |

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|Powerplant Tech | | | | | | |

|Abbreviated Title |TR/CL |TOPS |SAM |LEH Factor |FTE LOAD |GRADED |

|(Maximum of 19 spaces) | | | | | | |

CATALOG DESCRIPTION:

This course is part of the curriculum required by the Federal Aviation Administration to obtain certification as an aircraft powerplant maintenance technician. This certificate allows the rated technician to perform maintenance, preventive maintenance repairs and alterations to USA FAA certificated aircraft powerplants. This section covers the theory of operation, maintenance, repair and trouble-shooting procedures of powerplant systems and their relationship to the total powerplant package. To include fuel metering, lubrication, electrical, instrument, fire protection, starting, control systems, the aerodynamic theory and maintenance of propellers and their control systems.

COURSE REQUISITES:

(List all prerequisites and advisories separated by AND/OR, as needed. Attach Validation Form.)

No Change

Prerequisite: Successful completion of AMT 100 & AMT 101, or equivalent course, and/or Instructor's consent. (Effective during the next Catalog cycle.)

Co-requisite:      

Advisory: Successful completion of AMT120, AMT 110 & AMT 111

GRADED: Letter Credit/No Credit GR/CR Option

|REPEATABLE: Yes No |If yes, How many times? 1 2 3 Unlimited |

|(Note: Course Outline must include additional skills that will be acquired by repeating this course.) |

RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED TEXT/S: Recommended Required

(Author, Title, Name, Publisher, and Date of Publication)

FAA Department of Transportation: Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics General Handbook AC65-9A 01/01/76 FAA Department of Transportation: Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Powerplant Handbook 01/01/76. FAA Department of Transportation: AC43.13-1B 09-27-01, FAA Department of Transportation: AC43.13-2A 01/01/77. Otis & Vosbury, Aircraft Gas Turbine Jeppesen JS312648, 2000. Dale Crane, Aviation Maintenance Technician Series "Powerplant" ASA, ASA-AMT-P ,

Reading level of text: 8th grade. Verified by:  Gavilan Librarian    

Other Materials Required to be Purchased by the Student:  Basic AMT Hand Tool Set    

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:

Maximum 350 spaces.

Instruction will be done by: Classroom lecture with the use of visual aids and laboratory demonstration. Evaluation will be done by written oral and practical examination, lab project sheets and by satisfactory completion of lab projects.

|(1) Course Learning Outcome |(2) ILO |(3) Measure |

| Student is able to identify good practices and workmanship required in the aircraft maintenance |ILO: 2, 5, 6, 7, |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|profession     | |shop/lab oral & practical |

| | |demonstration. |

|Demonstrates the ability to read and use aircraft maintenance related technical literature with |ILO: 2, 3, 6, 7 |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|comprehension. | |shop/lab oral & practical |

| | |demonstration. |

|Identifies facts, principles and theories that explain natural phenomena and the operation of |ILO: ,2 3, 6, 7. |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|mechanical appliances and technological processes. And is able to interpret and use the | |shop/lab oral & practical |

|aforementioned to properly analyze mechanical processes to organize, plan, assess and strategize| |demonstration. |

|the performance of safe aircraft powerplant maintenance in real world practice. | | |

|Is able to demonstrate the use of the basic scientific vocabulary necessary to explain mechanical|ILO: 2, 3, 6 7 |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|processes, and is able to locate, identify, list and describe applicable aircraft powerplant and| |shop/lab oral & practical |

|associated components for the attainment of essential aircraft powerplant maintenance objectives.| |demonstration. |

|5.The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to draw, illustrate, and diagram, all |ILO: 1, 2, 4, 6, 7. |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|aircraft powerplant associated systems such as electrical, fuel, lubrication, induction, exhaust,| |shop/lab oral & practical |

|cooling, engine lubrication, engine instrumentation, and propulsion systems. | |demonstration. |

|6. The student will be able to inspect, analyze and assess, the aircraft powerplant, propulsion, |ILO: 7, 6, 2. |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|and associated support systems for the purpose of maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs in | |shop/lab oral & practical |

|simulated real world hand-on conditions. | |demonstration. |

|7. The student will be able to use, interpret and apply regulatory, technical and service |ILO: 2, 3, 6, 7. |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|information manuals to apply proper procedure to disassemble an aircraft engine. Inspect, | |shop/lab oral & practical |

|measure, and assess the proper repairs and component replacement for reassembly, to airworthy | |demonstration. |

|conditions. | | |

|8. The student will be able to research , evaluate and interpret aircraft powerplant maintenance |ILO: 2, 3, 7. |Measure: Measure: Quizzes, written|

|log data for proper entries and compliance with FAA regulations. | |exams, shop/lab oral & practical |

| | |demonstration. |

|9. The student will be able to interpret and apply FAA regulatory data to perform his duties as a|ILO: 2, 6, 7. |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|licensed aircraft mechanic with safety and integrity. | |shop/lab oral & practical |

| | |demonstration. |

|10. The student will make use of critical thinking and reaction skills necessary to safely |ILO: 2, 6, 7 |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|maintain aircraft powerplants and propulsion systems in an airworthy condition. | |shop/lab oral & practical |

| | |demonstration. |

|11. The Student will develop computer based data mining skills to obtain the necessary |ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7. |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|information to properly assemble and record reports pertinent to aircraft powerplant inspection, | |shop/lab oral & practical |

|maintenance, troubleshooting, pertaining to FAA and manufacturer compliance. | |demonstration. |

|12. The student will apply skills to safely maintain aircraft powerplants in an airworthy |ILO: |Measure: Quizzes, written exams, |

|condition. |5,6,7. |shop/lab oral & practical |

| | |demonstration. |

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| | |*e.g., essays, library research, problems, projects required outside of class on a 2 to 1 basis |

| | |for Lecture units granted. |

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METHODS OF EVALUATION

|Category 1 Range of % of Total |

|Section 1 – Substantial writing assignments including: Course Grade |

| |Written Homework | |Reading Reports |10 |% |to |20 |% |

| |Lab Reports | |Essay Exams | | | |

| |Term or Other Papers | |Other:       | |

| | | |Maximum 50 spaces. | |

| Section 2 – If this is a degree applicable course, but substantial |

|assignments are not appropriate, check reason: |

| |Course is primarily computational |

| |Course primarily involves skill demonstration or problem solving |

| |

|Category 2 – Computational or non-computational problem solving |

|demonstrations including: |

| |Homework Problems | |Field Work |10 |% |to |20 |% |

| |Lab Reports | |Quizzes | | | |

| |Exams | |Other:       | |

| | | |Maximum 50 spaces. | |

|Category 3 – Skill Demonstrations, including: |

| |Class Performance/s | |Field Work |10 |% |to |20 |% |

| |Performance Exams | |Other:       | |

| | | |Maximum 50 spaces. | |

|Category 4 – Objective Exams, including: |

| |Multiple Choice | |True/False |30 |% |to |50 |% |

| |Matching Items | |Completion | | | |

| |Other: |      |

| |Maximum 50 spaces. | |

|Category 5 – Any other methods of evaluation: |

|Research Project | |10 |% |to |20 |% |

|Maximum 2 lines, 70 spaces each line. | | | | | | |

Description of Content, Student Performance Objectives, and “Out-of-Class” Assignments*

AMT 121 Semester Project: Computer based Aircraft Powerplant 10 page research project and student generated Teaching Video.

SEGMENT 1 - FUEL, FUEL METERING SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 1-4 Hours 96

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Types of fuels used in aircraft engine

B. Fuel supply systems

C. Float type carburetors

D. Pressure type carburetors

E. Fuel injection systems

F. Turbine engine fuel control systems

G. Water injection systems

Student Performance Objectives:

1. The student will be able to identify and select the correct fuel for each engine type.

2. The student will be able to diagram an aircraft fuel supply system.

3. The student will be able to explain the operation of a float type carburetor.

4. The student will be able to perform an overhaul a float type carburetor.

5. The student will be able to explain the operation of a pressure carburetor.

6. The student will be able to perform an overhaul a pressure type carburetor.

7. The student will be able to explain the operation of a fuel injection system.

8. The student will be able to perform an overhaul a fuel injection system.

9. The student will be able to explain the operation of the component parts of a turbine engine fuel control system.

10. The student will be able to perform an adjustment a fuel control system.

11. The student will be able to explain the operation of a water injection system.

12. The student will be able to conduct an airworthiness inspection of a fuel metering system.

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 1:

1. Given a list of engine types and specifications, the student will be able to select and identify by numerical and color code the correct type of fuel for each engine.

2. The student will be able to create a schematic diagram of a fuel supply system correctly labeling each component.

3. To the instructor's satisfaction, the student will be able to explain the operation of a float type carburetor.

4. Using the overhaul manual, the student will be able to disassemble, inspect, reassemble and perform an adjustment a float type carburetor.

5. To the instructor's satisfaction, the student will be able to explain the operation of a pressure carburetor.

6. Using the overhaul manual and the fuel metering test bench the student will disassemble, inspect, reassemble a pressure carburetor and simulate a test and adjust to manufacturer's specifications.

7. To the instructor's satisfaction, the student will be able to explain the operation of a fuel injection system.

8. Using the overhaul manual and fuel metering test bench, the student will be able to disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and simulate a test and adjustment of a fuel injection system to manufacturer's specifications.

9. Given diagrams of component parts of a fuel control system, the student will be able to explain their operation to the instructor.

10. Given an operational fuel control system and the engine service manual, the student will be able to perform an adjustment a fuel control system for correct engine performance..

11. The student will be able to explain to the instructor's satisfaction the operation of a water injection system.

12. Using the manufacturer's computer based or written checklist, the student will be able to perform an airworthiness conformity examination (inspection) of a fuel metering system and components.

13. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better.

SEGMENT 2 - LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICATION SYSTEMS

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 5-7 Hours 72

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Types of lubricants used in aircraft engines

B. The theory of fluid lubrication.

C. Reciprocating engine lubrication systems

D. Oil dilution systems

E. Turbine engine lubrication systems

Student Performance Objectives:

1. The student will be able to identify and select aircraft engine lubricants.

2. The student will be able to explain the theory of fluid lubrication.

3. The student will be able to diagram a reciprocating lubrication system.

4. The student will be able to explain the operation of an oil dilution system and the procedure for oil dilution

5. The student will be able to explain the function of the component parts of a turbine engine lubrication system.

6. The student will be able to perform a conformity inspection on a lubrication system.

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 2:

1. Using a list of engines and oil specification numbers, the student, using the engine manual, will select the correct lubricant by specification number for each engine.

2. In writing, the student will be able to explain the theory of fluid lubrication.

3. The student will be able to create a schematic diagram of a reciprocating engine lubrication system and illustrate fluid flow.

4. The student will be able to explain to the instructor's satisfaction the operation of the system and the procedure for oil dilution.

5. Using a diagram of a turbine engine lubrication system, the student will be able to explain, in writing, the function of each component part.

6. Using the manufacturer's checklist, the student will be able to perform an inspection of a lubrication system and determine its conformity to specifications.

7. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better.

SEGMENT 3 - POWERPLANT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 8-10 Hours 72

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Generators

B. Generator control, vibrating contact and carbon pile regulators

C. Alternators

D. Alternator control, vibrating contact and transistor regulators

E. Generator paralleling

Student Performance Objectives:

1. The student will be able to explain the theory of operation of a generator.

2. The student will be able to perform an overhaul a generator.

3. The student will be able to explain generator control, including vibrating constant and carbon pile regulators.

4. The student will be able to perform adjustments to generator control units.

5. The student will be able to explain the theory of operation of an alternator.

6. The student will be able to explain alternator control, including vibrating contact and transistor regulators.

7. The student will be able to perform adjustments the control circuit for generators operating in parallel.

8. The student will be able to perform a conformity inspection of a powerplant electrical system.

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 3

1. The student will be able to explain to the instructor's satisfaction the operational theory of a generator.

2. Using the overhaul manual, the student will be able to disassemble, inspect commutator, reassemble and test a generator to specifications.

3. The student will be able to create a schematic diagram and in writing, explain the operation of a generator control system.

4. Using a generator and a regulator, the student will be able to install them on the test stand and perform adjustments to regulator voltage and amperage

to specifications.

5. The student will be able to explain to the instructor's satisfaction the theory of operation of an alternator charging system.

6. The student will be able to create a schematic diagram of a transistor alternator regulator system and explain, in writing, its operation.

7. Using an alternator and transistor regulator, the student will be

able to install and operate them and perform adjustments the regulator to specifications.

8. Using an operational system of two generators operating in parallel and using a voltmeter, the student will be able to perform adjustments to the paralleling circuit so that the generators share the load equally.

9. Using the aircraft written or computer based manufacturer's checklist, the student will be able to perform a conformity inspection and determine the airworthiness of the powerplant electrical system.

10. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better.

SEGMENT 4 - ENGINE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 11 Hours 24

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Fire detection systems

B. Fire extinguishing systems

C. Types of extinguishing agents

Student Performance Objectives:

1. Able to explain the operation of a continuous loop fire detection system.

2. Able to test a continuous loop detection system.

3. Able to explain the operation of a fire protection system.

4. The student will be able to identify types of extinguishing agents by specification number.

5. The student will be to perform a conformity inspection (examination) on fire systems.

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 4:

1. To the satisfaction of the instructor, the student will be able to explain the operation of a fire detection system.

2. Using a meg/ohmmeter, the student will be able to test the continuous loop detector to locate system defects.

3. The student will be able to explain to the instructor's satisfaction the operation of a fire protection system.

4. Given the specifications of a fire protection system, the student will be able to select and identify by specification number the correct extinguishing agent for the system.

5. Using the aircraft manufacturer's manual and checklist, the student will be able to inspect (examine) a fire system for conformity to specifications

6. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better.

SEGMENT 5 - ENGINE STARTING SYSTEMS

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 12 Hours 24

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Reciprocating engine starters

B. Starter clutches

C. Electric starter circuits

D. Turbine engine start systems

E. Air turbine starters and control

Student Performance Objectives:

1. The student will be able to explain the operation of a reciprocating engine starter.

2. The student will be able to perform an overhaul an electric starting motor and know how to perform an adjustment to a starter clutch.

3. The student will be able to schematically diagram an electrical

4. The student will be able to diagram a conventional aircraft start circuit.

5. The student will be able to explain the starting sequence of a turbine engine.

6. The student will be able to explain the operation of an air turbine starter.

7. The student will be able to schematically diagram the control system of an air turbine starter and illustrate airflow through the system.

8. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better

Student Performance Upon completion of Segment 5:

1. To the satisfaction of the instructor, the student will be able to explain the operation of a reciprocating engine starter.

2. Using the overhaul manual, the student will be able to disassemble, examine (inspect), reassemble and test an electric start motor.

3. Using the appropriate tools and clutch specifications, the student will be able to perform an adjustment to the clutch at the correct torque setting.

4. The student will be able to schematically diagram an electric start circuit and, in writing, explain the function of each component.

5. In writing, the student will be able to explain the start sequence of a turbine engine.

6. To the satisfaction of the instructor, the student will be able to explain the operation of an air turbine starter.

7. The student will be able to schematically diagram and illustrate airflow through the system for an air turbine starter.

8. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better

SEGMENT 6 - POWERPLANT INSTRUMENT SYSTEMS

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 13 Hours 24

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Engine instrument mechanisms and design.

B. Engine instrument interpretation.

C. Engine troubleshooting using instrument readings.

Student Performance Objectives:

1. The student will be able to explain the operating mechanisms of engine instruments and compare design features of various types.

2. The student will be able to interpret instrument readings.

3. The student will be able to perform troubleshooting of an engine using instrument readings

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 6:

1. Given pictorial diagrams of instrument operating mechanisms, the student will, in writing, be able to explain their operation and compare design features of various types.

2. Using an aircraft instrument panel with the engine operating, the student will be able to interpret the readings of the instruments in their correct unit of measurement and relate those readings to the engine's operating parameters.

3. Using instrument readings from a malfunctioning engine and comparing them to normal, the student will be able to diagnose (judge) problems in an engine.

4. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better

SEGMENT 7 - ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMS OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

(ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 14 Hours 24

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Control system design

B. Control system maintenance and rigging

Student Performance Objectives

I. The student will be able to explain the function of each of the engine controls.

2. The student will be able to compare design features of various control systems.

3. The student will be able to perform the maintenance and rigging of engine controls.

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 7:

1. Using the aircraft, the student will be able to explain to the instructor the function of each of the engine controls. .

2. Using drawings of different control systems, the student, in writing will be able to compare design features of the different system.

3. The student will be able to perform the correct maintenance and rigging procedures for the engine controls on an operational aircraft.

4. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better

SEGMENT 8 - AERODYNAMICS, INSPECTION, SERVICE AND REPAIR OF PROPELLERS AND PROPELLER CONTROL SYSTEMS

Engines (ILO: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)

MEASURE: PROJECT PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION.

Homework: Complete in writing the Assigned section textbook questions, chapter definitions and worksheets.

Week 15-18 Hours 96

Lecture/Lab Content:

A. Propeller theory and aerodynamics

B. Fixed pitch propellers

C. Constant speed propellers

D. Propeller servicing, and maintenance

E. Propeller governors.

F. Turboprop propeller control systems

G. Turboprop control system rigging and adjustments

Student Performance Objectives:

1. The student will be able to explain the aerodynamics of an operating propeller.

2. The student will be able to compare the difference in thrust and engine performance between fixed pitch and constant speed propellers

3. The student will be able to perform installation and adjustment of pitch stops on a constant speed propeller.

4. The student will be able to service and perform maintenance on fixed and controllable pitch propellers.

5. The student will be able to explain the operation of a propeller governor.

6. The student will be able to perform the adjustments of the RPM setting of a propeller governor.

7. The student will be able explain the operation of a turboprop propeller control system operating in the Alpha and Beta mode.

8. The student will be able to perform rigging a turboprop propeller and control system.

9. The student will be able to perform a conformity inspection on a propeller and its control system.

Student Performance upon completion of Segment 8.

1. To the instructor's satisfaction, the student will be able to explain the aerodynamics of an operating propeller.

2. Using a list of operating conditions, the student, in writing will compare the thrust differences and engine performance differences between a fixed pitch and constant speed propeller.

3. Using the appropriate equipment, the student will perform the installation and pitch stop adjustment of a constant speed propeller.

4. The student will perform the correct servicing and maintenance on a fixed pitch and a controllable pitch propeller.

5. The student will be able to explain the operation of a propeller governor to the satisfaction of the instructor.

6. Using the aircraft manual, the student will be able to perform adjustments the propeller to the correct RPM setting.

7. To the satisfaction of the instructor, the student will be able to explain the operation of a turboprop propeller control system in both the Beta and Alfa modes.

8. On an operational engine, using the engine manual, the student will be able to perform the correct rigging of a turboprop propeller and control system.

9. Using the manufacturer's checklist, the student will be able to conduct an airworthiness conformity inspection on a propeller and its control systems.

10. The student will be able to pass a written test on this segment with a score of 70% or better.

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