Elements and Performance Criteria

Avionic systems
Avionic systems may include:
electrical systems and related wiring and components (power generation, distribution, control interfaces with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and caution and warning systems)
mechanical and electro-mechanical flight instruments and indication systems (quantity, pressure, temperature and position) and components
electronic systems and components (communications, radio navigation, pulse, display, automatic flight control, flight management and engine management)
automatic test stations, adapters and software
Sources of information
Sources of information include:
reference texts
manufacturer catalogues and industrial magazines
websites
use of phone, email and fax information gathering
Avionic engineering
Avionic engineering refers to:
the engineering discipline concerned with the conceptual development, research, design, manufacture, implementation, installation, commissioning and maintenance of aerospace electrical, instrument, radio and electronic systems and components and related test equipment for civil and military applications
Avionic engineering situations
Avionic engineering solutions may include:
working as a member of a design team
developing modifications to systems and components
designing and constructing test equipment
writing test procedures and programs
developing fault trees/fault diagnosis guides

Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply avionic system design principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor’s reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Method of assessment
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with applying avionic system design principles and techniques in avionic engineering situations or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Guidance information for assessment