The Federal Aviation Administration approved Aircraft Maintenance Technician program (14 CFR 147) requires the successful completion of a minimum of 1,900 hours of study (43 university credit hours at SUU) divided into three subject areas (General, Airframe, and Powerplant) and the successful completion of three FAA written, oral, and practical exams (General, Airframe, and Powerplant).

This course is the third of a group of six courses that have been designed to meet the regulatory and content requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation 14 CFR 147 for the Airframe portion of the A&P license. Course instructions identify and satisfy all current Airman Certification Standards.

Content: Rotorcraft fundamentals.

• Handbook #1: Avotek Helicopter Maintenance Textbook; ISBN 13: 978-1-933189-73-4
• Workbook #2: Avotek Helicopter Maintenance Workbook; ISBN 13: 978-1-933189-74-1
• Reference #1 (Free Online): FAA-H-8083-31B FAA Handbook
• Reference #2 (Free Online): Advisory Circular (AC) 43.13-1B, Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection and Repair
• Reference #3 (Free Online): Federal Aviation Regulations - Parts 1, 21, 43, 65, 91,

Students will gain an understanding of:

• Understanding Rotorcraft Systems: Students will demonstrate knowledge of rotorcraft aerodynamics, flight controls, and rotor system design and operation.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Students will identify and mitigate risks associated with ground operations and maintenance procedures.
• Inspection Techniques: Students will effectively perform inspections of helicopter landing gear, rotor blades, and associated components.
• Rigging Skills: Students will demonstrate the ability to rig helicopter flight controls and adjust blade angles for optimal performance.
• Static Balancing Proficiency: Students will execute static balancing procedures for helicopter tail rotors and understand the theory of operation.
• Vibration Analysis: Students will apply hardware and software tools to analyze rotor vibrations and implement corrective measures.
• Ground Run Maintenance: Students will perform helicopter track and balance procedures during ground runs.
• In-Flight Track & Balance Procedures: Pending aircraft availability and weather conditions, students can choose to perform helicopter track & balance procedures while in-flight.

Knowledge: flight controls, transmissions, design,, rotor blade functions and construction.

Skills: locate helicopter rotor blade track and balance procedures, locate and explain procedures needed to rig helicopter controls, and locate and explain procedures to track and balance a rotor system.

Demonstrates understanding of:

rotor blade functions and construction

Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, encompassing: improper maintenance and inspection of rotorcraft systems and components

Demonstrates ability to: Helicopter rotor blade inspection, tap testing, & repair. Perform Helicopter skid, shoe, wheel, and/or tire replacement. Perform airframe component inspection & maintenance

Final grades assigned for this course will be based on the percentage of total points earned and are assigned as follows:

Important Notes: The terms “Rotorcraft” Rotorwing Aircraft” and “Helicopter” will be used interchangeably in this course as there is little distinction between the terms.

Refer to the course calendar for specific meeting dates and times. Activity and assignment details will be explained in detail within each week's corresponding learning module. If you have any questions, please contact your instructor.

ALL COURSE WORK MUST BE COMPLETED.

Late assignments are VERY STRONGLY DISCOURAGED AND MUST BE MADE UP.

Late work may be docked as much as 50% of the assignment grade.

All assignments for this course will be submitted electronically through Canvas unless otherwise instructed. Assignments must be submitted by the given deadline or special permission must be requested from the instructor before the due date. Extensions will not be given beyond the next assignment except under extreme circumstances.

All discussion assignments must be completed by the assignment due date and time. Late or missing discussion assignments will lower your grade.

Students are expected to participate in all online activities as listed on the course calendar.

Students are expected to be present for all course lectures and labs. Students are allowed three absences per course. Students must make-up all missed instruction and/or lab time prior to the end of the semester to receive credit for the course.The instructor has the Students that exceed the three absences allowed or students who don’t make-up missed instruction must retake the course in order to receive credit. All assignments must be submitted in order to receive credit for the class. A student can not receive credit for a class to which they have missing assignments.

Course fees will be determined.

Cell Phone Policy

Students are expected to maintain a level of professionalism in the classroom. Cell phones are not permitted during class hours. If a student needs to answer a phone call they must get permission from the instructor to be excused. Continued cell phone usage is a violation of the course policies and if a student continues to use their cell phone during class hours the student will be excused from class with an unexcused absence.

Build Rapport

If you find that you have any trouble keeping up with assignments or other aspects of the course, make sure you let your instructor know as early as possible. As you will find, building rapport and effective relationships are key to becoming an effective professional. Make sure that you are proactive in informing your instructor when difficulties arise during the semester so that we can help you find a solution.

Understand When You May Drop This Course

It is the student’s responsibility to understand when they need to consider disenrolling from a course. Refer to the Course Schedule for dates and deadlines for registration. After this period, a serious and compelling reason is required to drop from the course. Serious and compelling reasons include: (1) documented and significant change in work hours, leaving students unable to attend class, or (2) documented and severe physical/mental illness/injury to the student or student’s family.

Student Conduct Policy

Students are expected to maintain a professional and respectful learning environment. This includes:

• Giving full attention to the instructor during class.
• Refraining from talking, using phones, or engaging in side conversations while the instructor or another student is speaking.
• Following instructions promptly and participating appropriately in classroom discussions and activities.
• Respecting the rights of classmates to learn in a focused and distraction-free environment.

Any student who harasses another student or takes away from another student’s ability to learn will be asked to leave. Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the class and could impact your standing in the program.

Viewing Grades in Canvas

Points you receive for graded activities will be posted to the Canvas gradebook. Select Grades from the Course Administration menu at the top of the screen to view your points.