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AVIM 111 - Aviation Manufacturing Mechanical II


PREREQUISITES: AVIM 110 - Aviation Manufacturing Mechanical I .
PROGRAM: Aerospace Manufacturing
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 6.5
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 5
LAB HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

This course introduces the practical application of countersinking and flush riveting in aircraft assembly. Assembly and fastening including: 90 degree drilling, advanced fastener installation, safety wire procedures and manufacturing quality control measures will be covered in detail. This course allows students to gain practical experience in the manufacture and assembly of a small wing and fuselage skin structure projects. This hands- on course will prepare students for entry-level positions in Aerospace manufacturing.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associates safety practices.
  2. Identify various aerospace tools used in the installation of aerospace fasteners including rivet guns, squeeze rivet guns, lockwire pliers and nut runner puller.
  3. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
  4. Identify advanced fasteners used in the aerospace industry including nut plates, lockwire and blind rivets.
  5. Demonstrate practical knowledge of necessary countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
  6. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
  7. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble wing structures.
  8. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble fuselage skin assemblies.
  9. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in titanium based materials.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Aerospace Tools
  • Drilling Procedures
  • Power Island Equipment
  • Riveting Procedures
  • Aerospace Safety
  • Aerospace Fasteners
  • Airframe Maintenance
  • Aerospace Repair Tools
  • Aerospace Materials
  • Aerospace Countersinking and Riveting

 
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