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Perform borescope inspections

Perform borescope inspections

Unit of competency
National Code
MEAMEC0053
State Code
OEG91
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/03/2023
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
28/03/2023
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform and assess the results of remote visual inspections using borescopes, in conjunction with units relating to the inspection, testing and troubleshooting of piston engines and gas turbine engines (either installed in aircraft or in workshops).If this unit is selected, one of the following units should also be selected: MEA313 Inspect, test and troubleshoot piston engine systems and componentsMEAMEC0013 Inspect, test and troubleshoot gas turbine engine systems and componentsMEA322 Test and troubleshoot gas turbine engine systems and componentsMEAMEC0067 Test gas turbine engines and engine modules after overhaul or repairThe unit is required for the grant of approval for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to perform borescope inspections on aircraft system components and engines during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance. The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and the Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA).Any other relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Set up borescope equipment
  • 1.1 Obtain and assemble applicable borescope equipment for use
  • 1.2 Test assembled borescope equipment for correct operation
2. Perform borescope inspection
  • 2.1 Prepare component or engine for safe borescope inspection in accordance with applicable maintenance data
  • 2.2 Inspect borescope in accordance with applicable maintenance data or standard operating procedures
3. Record and assess borescope inspection results
  • 3.1 Record and process borescope inspection results in accordance with standard enterprise procedures for the applicable borescope equipment
  • 3.2 Record and report identified defects in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
4. Maintain and re-pack borescope equipment for storage
  • 4.1 Disassemble, maintain and clean borescope equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
  • 4.2 Replace borescope equipment in transport or storage containers and store in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUE80 MEA366 Perform borescope inspections Unit of competency