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Propulsion Plant Investigation SFTY 375 Online Course Syllabus Credit Hours: 3 Delivery Method: Online (Internet / Blackboard) Required Course Materials Anderson, K. (2009). Propulsion plant accident investigation. EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University Worldwide. E-book provided in the SFTY 375 Blackboard site. This publication is provided at no cost to the faculty or the student and is to be distributed and used solely for the purposes of instruction in Embry-Riddle classroom. If you have any questions, please direct them to Dr. Kent "Andy" Anderson, Program Chair, Aeronautical Science Professional Aeronautics. Kroes, M. J., & Wild, T. W. (1994). Aircraft powerplants (7th ed.). Career Education. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 978-0028018744

Wood, R. W., & Sweginnis, R. H. (2006). Aircraft accident investigation (2nd ed.). Casper, WY: Endeavor Books. ISBN: 978-1892944177

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Suggested Supplemental Materials American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author. ISBN: 978-1-4338-0561-5 (APA website: http://www.apastyle.org/manual/index.aspx)

Ellis, G. (1984). Air crash investigation of general aviation aircraft: With emphasis on crash scene aspects of the investigation. Capstan. (ISBN: 0-914565-01-X) Federal Aviation Administration. (FAA). (1999). Acceptable methods, techniques, and practices: Aircraft inspection and repair (Advisory Circular No. 43.13-1B/2A). Washington, DC: Author. Federal Aviation Administration. (FAA). (1976). Airframe and powerplant mechanics general handbook (Advisory Circular No. 65-9A). Washington, DC: Author. Federal Aviation Administration. (FAA). (1976). [Large ac] airframe and powerplant mechanics powerplant handbook (Advisory Circular No. 65.12A). Washington, DC: Author. Federal Aviation Administration. (FAA). (1976). [Large ac] airframe and powerplant mechanics airframe handbook (Advisory Circular No. 65-15A). Washington, DC: Author. Course Description A technical course in aircraft reciprocating and turbine engine fundamentals and relevant accident investigative procedures. Areas of study include basic construction and design with emphasis on major sections, components, and their mechanical relationships. Power plant systems and system mishap investigation is also covered and includes fuel, lubrication, ignition, and start systems. A study of propeller basics and investigative techniques is also included. On site field investigation as well as engine teardown/disassembly procedures are presented. Course Goals Provide a basic knowledge of the aircraft reciprocating and gas turbine engines that is essential for the aircraft accident investigator. The course is designed to provide the student with technical familiarity in the design, construction, and basic theory of operation of both types of engines as well as the propeller. Methods, techniques, practices, and procedures relative to power plant investigation are integrated in relevant sections of study.

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Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Understand and be able to determine engine and propeller designation, type, configuration, and application and its importance in an aircraft/powerplant accident investigation. 2. Recognize and apply fundamentals in propeller and reciprocating/turbine engine design and construction as they relate to powerplant accident investigation. 3. Identify key propeller and reciprocating/turbine engine systems; their function, and mechanical relationship to each other. The student should be able to determine if components were a possible factor in the aircraft/powerplant accident. 4. Identify key propeller and reciprocating/turbine engine components; their function, and mechanical relationship to each other. The student should be able to determine if components were a possible factor in the aircraft/powerplant accident. 5. Perform calculations involving propeller and reciprocating/turbine engine performance factors/parameters in an aircraft/powerplant accident investigation. 6. Identify and analyze indicators in determining whether the powerplant was a factor of the aircraft/powerplant accident. 7. Compare differing investigative procedures and analysis involved with reciprocating versus gas turbine engines. 8. Understand and apply methods involved in determining the operational capability of the powerplant prior to impact. 9. Analyze post-impact internal damage due to dissipating kinetic energy versus preimpact internal damage due to engine malfunction. 10. Compare field investigation limitations versus removal and disassembly at specific engine/propeller facilities. Grading Each students Course grade will be based on the following evaluations: Grade Scale 90% 100% 80% 89% 70% 79% 60% 69% 59% or below Letter Grade Equivalent A B C D F Evaluations Case Studies (N = 10) Research Projects (N = 2) Reviews (N = 7) Total Course Grade Weight 30% 35% 35% 100%

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Research Projects (35%) Each student is required to independently research and write two research projects. Project 1, related to accident investigation involving reciprocating engines, is due in Module 5. Project 2, related to accident investigation involving turbine engines, is due in Module 9. Each project is must be well researched. The project and approach (i.e., paper or PowerPoint presentation) must be preapproved by the instructor. Examples include, but are not limited to: Development of a guide to engine accident Investigation An in depth analysis of a case study presented by the instructor Comprehensive review of an accident involving an engine Review and discussion of an NTSB accident report

Any other specific topic that is related to reciprocating (Project 1) or turbine (Project 2) engine accident investigation, such as component failure analysis, component life cycle analysis, internal engine failures, bearing failures, foreign object damage, bearing failures, spectrometric oil analysis programs, propeller systems, and so forth, is acceptable. Each project must contain demonstrate research outside of the materials presented in this course and should be of sufficient depth and scope to show an appropriate understanding of the topic commensurate with college-level work. Both projects must be submitted using the specified activity links to be checked for plagiarism. The links submit your work to the SafeAssign database to be compared against academic papers for the purpose of identifying areas of overlap between your work and existing works. Refer to the course syllabus and the Plagiarism tutorial in the Start Here course area for information on plagiarism and refer to your ERAU Student Handbook for the University policy on academic violations. Each project is worth a maximum score of 100 and will be assessed objectively by the instructor using an evaluation rubric provided in the course. Your average score on the projects comprises 35% of your Course grade. Reviews (35%) Each student is required to complete weekly homework assignments. Each 2-page written assignment is a critical review and summary of the key points of the reading assignment and learning objectives for the module (listed in each learning module). Since this is an upper-level college course, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are considered important parts of these assignments, as well as all written communications. All such, writing will be considered along with the content of the assignments when the assignments are graded. Students are expected to review the corrections that are made to these papers and to make revisions as appropriate. Detailed instructions are provided at the course site on expected content and format.

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The maximum possible score each assignment is 100 and will be assessed objectively by the instructor using an evaluation rubric provided in the course. Your average score on the reviews comprises 35% of your Course grade. Case Studies (30%) Each student is required to participate on the Discussion Board in the critical analysis of nine case studies. Each case study is covered in a discussion forum that presents information incrementally in forum threads. The objective of each case study is to facilitate your understanding and application of accident investigations. Each case study discussion is worth a maximum score of 100 and is evaluated by the instructor. Your average score on the 10 case studies comprises 30% of your Course grade. Additional Information APA Format Go to http://www.apastyle.org/manual/index.aspx for the American Psychological Association Publication Manual. Library Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has one of the most complete library collections of aviation-related resources in the world. ERAU Libraries: http://library.erau.edu/ Hunt Library Worldwide: Information, Services, Help o Worldwide Library: Basic Training o Worldwide Library: Ask-a-Librarian o Reference: Research Request

Contact Information Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time Telephone: 1-800-678-9428 or 386-226-6947 Email: library@erau.edu

RefWorks RefWorks, a research tool included with the library databases, has guidance in how to collect and use references, write a paper, and create a bibliography. RefWorks must be accessed through ERNIE. From the My ERNIE tab, scroll down to Admin Services and choose the Library Databases link. Scroll down or Jump to RefWorks. You must enter your user name and password to use RefWorks. Please contact the Hunt Library if you have any questions about this product or how to access it.

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Course Policies Academic Integrity Embry-Riddle is committed to maintaining and upholding intellectual integrity. All students, faculty, and staff have obligations to prevent violations of academic integrity and take corrective action when they occur. The adjudication process will involve imposing sanctions which may include, but are not limited to, a failing grade on the assignment, a failing grade in a course, suspension or dismissal from the University, upon students who commit the following academic violations: 1. Plagiarism: Presenting the ideas, words, or products of another as ones own. Plagiarism includes use of any source to complete academic assignments without proper acknowledgement of the source. Reuse or resubmission of a students own coursework if previously used or submitted in another course, is considered self-plagiarism, and is also not allowed under University policy. 2. Cheating: A broad term that includes, but is not limited to, the following: a. Giving or receiving help from unauthorized persons or materials during examinations. b. The unauthorized communication of examination questions prior to, during, or following administration of the examination. c. Collaboration on examinations or assignments expected to be, or presented as, individual work. d. Fraud and deceit, that include knowingly furnishing false or misleading information or failing to furnish appropriate information when requested, such as when applying for admission to the University. Note: The Instructor reserves the right to use any form of digital method for checking plagiarism. Several electronic systems are available and other methods may be used at the Instructors discretion. Online Learning This course is offered through ERAU Worldwide Online (Blackboard) and runs nine (9) weeks. The first week begins the first day of the term and ends at midnight EDT/EST (as applicable) seven days later. Success in this course requires in-depth study of each module as assigned, timely completion of assignments, and regular participation in forum discussions. Late work should be the exception and not the rule and may be downgraded at the discretion of the Instructor, if accepted at all. Unless all work is submitted, the student could receive a failing grade for the course. Extensions may be granted for extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the Instructor and only for the length of time the Instructor deems appropriate. The most important element of success in an online course is to communicate with your Instructor throughout the term. Conventions of online etiquette, which include courtesy to all users, will be observed. Students should use the Send Email function in Blackboard for private messages to the Instructor and other students. The class Discussion Board forums are for public messages.

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It is highly recommended that students keep electronic copies of all materials submitted as assignments, discussion board posts and emails, until after the end of the term and a final grade is received. When posting responses in a discussion forum, please confirm that the responses have actually been posted after you submit them. Course Schedule Modules Activities 1.1 - Discussion: Course Familiarization and Class Introductions Module 1: Introduction to Design and Construction of Reciprocating Engines 1.2 - Readings: Anderson (2009); Kroes and Wild (1994) 1.3 - Assignment: Review 1 1.4 - Discussion: De Havilland Otter Case Study 1.5 - Assignment Preview: Project 1 2.1 - Readings: Anderson (2009); Kroes and Wild (1994) Module 2: Reciprocating Engine Components and Systems Operation 2.2 - Research: Ask a Librarian 2.3 - Assignment: Review 2 2.4 - Discussion: Piper PA28-180 Case Study 2.5 - Discussion: Course Critique Module 3: Theory of Operation and Performance of Reciprocating Engines 3.1 - Readings: Anderson (2009); Kroes and Wild (1994) 3.2 - Assignment: Review 3 3.3 - Discussion: Chieftain Case Study 3.4 - Assignment: Project 1 Topic Approval 4.1 - Readings: Anderson; FAA; Kroes and Wild Module 4: Propellers and Propeller Systems 4.2 - Assignment: Review 4 4.3 - Discussion: Propeller Case Study 4.4 - Reminder: Project 1 Week 5 Deadline Module 5: Reciprocating Engine and Propeller Accident Investigation 5.1 - Readings: Anderson (2009); Wood and Sweginnis (2006) 5.2 - Discussion: Beech 23 Case Study 5.3 - Discussion: Cessna 210L Case Study 5.4 - Assignment: Submit Project 1

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Module 6: Introduction to Design and Construction of Turbine Engines

6.1 - Reading: Anderson (2009) 6.2 - Assignment: Review 5 6.3 - Discussion: Boeing 737 Case Study 6.4 - Assignment Preview: Project 2 7.1 - Readings: Anderson (2009) 7.2 - Assignment: Review 6 7.3 - Assignment: Project 2 Topic Approval 7.4 - Discussion: DC-10 Case Study 8.1 - Readings: Anderson (2009); Kroes and Wild (1994)

Module 7: Turbine Engine Components and Systems Operations

Module 8: Theory of Operation and Performance of Turbine Engines

8.2 - Assignment: Review 7 8.3 - Discussion: Galaxy C-5 Case Study 8.5 - Reminder: Project 2 Week 9 Deadline 8.6 - Survey: End-of-Course Evaluation 9.1 - Reference: Anderson (2009); Wood and Sweginnis (2006) 9.2 - Discussion: Canada Dash 8 Case Study 9.3 - Assignment: Submit Project 2

Module 9: Turbine Engine Accident Investigation

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