MEA227 — Test and troubleshoot aircraft electrical systems and components

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What an assessment for MEA227 must cover

24 assessable components: 3 elements (9 performance criteria), 7 performance evidence and 8 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare for troubleshooting

1.1Relevant maintenance documentation and modification status, including system defect reports, where relevant, are used to identify an unserviceability

2 Test/adjust electrical systems

2.1Aircraft and system are prepared in accordance with applicable maintenance manual for the application of power/system operation
2.2Electrical system is functionally tested in accordance with maintenance manual for evidence of serviceability or malfunction while observing all relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements
2.3System calibration or adjustments are performed in accordance with maintenance manual, as appropriate

3 Troubleshoot electrical systems

3.1Available information from maintenance documentation and inspection and test results is used, where necessary, to assist in fault determination
3.2Maintenance manual fault diagnosis guides and logic processes are used to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting to line replacement level
3.3Specialist advice is obtained, where required, to assist with the troubleshooting process
3.4System faults are located and the causes of the faults are clearly identified and correctly recorded in maintenance documentation, where required
3.5Rectification requirements are determined

Performance evidence

applying relevant WHS practices
using approved maintenance documentation and aircraft publications relating to the electrical system being maintained
recognition of system and electrical component defects/external damage, correct installation, connection of plugs, terminations, and attaching hardware (including cabling/harnesses) and security in: • AC and DC power generation systems, including regulation, distribution, control and cooling • battery installations • flight control and/or electro-hydraulic systems • engine ignition, starting, fuel distribution and control systems • internal/external lighting systems, including controls • landing gear systems • anti-skid braking systems • auxiliary systems, including ice/rain protection, fire detection, environmental control and pressurisation, water and waste, doors, propeller control, equipment and furnishings • equipment cooling and ventilation systems • master caution and warning systems
applying logic processes, taking and interpreting electrical measurements, and using test equipment and appropriate wiring diagrams and manuals to isolate electrical system malfunctions of the above components and systems
performing system functional tests and checks to isolate system faults and assess post-maintenance serviceability.
It is essential that system testing procedures, cleanliness requirements and safety precautions applicable to the electrical system being maintained are fully observed, understood and complied with. Ability to interpret inspection procedures and specifications (allowable limits) and apply them in practice across a range of inspection, testing and troubleshooting applications (including the timely involvement of supervisors or other trades) is critical.
Evidence of transferability of skills and knowledge related to testing and troubleshooting is essential. This is to be demonstrated through application across a range of aircraft electrical systems and components listed in the Assessment Conditions.

Knowledge evidence

component attachment methods
connection of hardware
explaining the basic layout (block diagram level), function and operation of: • AC and DC power generation systems, including regulation, distribution, control and cooling • battery installations • flight control and/or electro-hydraulic systems • engine ignition, starting, fuel distribution and control systems • internal/external lighting systems, including controls • landing gear systems • anti-skid braking systems • auxiliary systems, including ice/rain protection, fire detection, environmental control and pressurisation, water and waste, doors, propeller control, equipment and furnishings • equipment cooling and ventilation systems • master caution and warning systems
explaining basic principles/functions, relating to systems listed above and associated with: • basic AC and DC circuit theory • digital fundamentals • analogue fundamentals • AC and DC generator characteristics • single and polyphase AC motors and DC motors • rotary and static inverters • air cycle air conditioning • electrical sensing and transmitting devices
WHS requirements applicable to the maintenance of aircraft electrical systems, including gas turbine engine high-energy ignition units
electrical system maintenance requirements and troubleshooting procedures
relevant maintenance manuals
relevant regulatory requirements and standard procedures.

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What does an assessment tool for MEA227 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEA227 needs to address all 24 unit components: 3 elements with 9 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 8 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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