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Avionics technicians install, test, inspect and adjust electrical and electronic equipment, such as navigation, communication and flight control systems in aircrafts and spacecrafts. They carry out maintenance and repair work. They perform functional tests, diagnose problems and take corrective action.

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Competences
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19
Optional
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Essential knowledge 8 competences

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aircraft flight control systems

The setting, features and operation of aircraft flight control systems such as flight control surfaces, cockpit controls, connections, and operating mechanisms required to control the flight direction of an aircraft.

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common aviation safety regulations

The body of legislation and regulations that apply to the field of civil aviation at regional, national, European and International levels.

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electrical systems used in transportation

The functioning of electrical systems, their specifications, and application in operations and systems for the transportation of freight and people.

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electronics principles

The study of electric energy, more specifically electron, control and its prominent principles regarding integrated circuits and electrical systems.

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electrical engineering

The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

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electrical wiring plans

Pictorial representation of an electrical circuit. It shows the components of the circuit as simplified shapes, and the power and signal connections between the devices. It gives information about the relative position and arrangement of devices and terminals on the devices, to help in building or servicing the device. A wiring diagram is often used to troubleshoot problems and to make sure that all the connections have been made and that everything is present.

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electricity

The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

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electronics

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.

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Essential skills and competences 11 competences

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apply health and safety standards

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

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apply soldering techniques

Apply and work with a variety of techniques in the process of soldering, such as soft soldering, silver soldering, induction soldering, resistance soldering, pipe soldering, mechanical and aluminium soldering.

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assemble electrical components

Assemble switches, electrical controls, circuit boards and other electrical components by using hand and soldering equipment.

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install electrical and electronic equipment

Install equipment which is dependent on electric currents or electromagnetic fields in order to work, or equipment to generate, transfer or measure such currents and fields. This equipment includes switchboards, electric motors, generators or direct current systems.

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operate soldering equipment

Use soldering equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, such as a soldering gun, soldering torch, gas-powered iron, and others.

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read engineering drawings

Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.

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read standard blueprints

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

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solder electronics

Operate and use soldering tools and soldering iron, which supply high temperatures to melt the solder and to join electronic components.

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test electronic units

Test electronic units using appropriate equipment. Gather and analyse data. Monitor and evaluate system performance and take action if needed.

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troubleshoot

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

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wear appropriate protective gear

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

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Optional knowledge 5 competences

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engineering processes

The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.

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Cross-sector

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CAD software

The computer-aided design (CAD) software for creating, modifying, analysing or optimising a design.

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CAD software should be differentiated from computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software. CADD systems are CAD systems with additional drafting features. For example, CADD systems enable an engineer or architect to insert size annotations and other notes into a design.
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CADD software

The computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) is the use of computer technology for design and design documentation. CAD software replaces manual drafting with an automated process.

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Scope note
CADD software should be differentiated from computer-aided design (CAD) software. CADD systems are CAD systems with additional drafting features enabling the user to insert size annotations and other notes into a design.
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CAE software

The software to perform computer-aided engineering (CAE) analysis tasks such as Finite Element Analysis and Computional Fluid Dynamics.

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engineering principles

The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.

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Optional skills and competences 11 competences

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follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health

Adhere to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures for activities that involve hazardous substances, such as bacteria, allergens, waste oil, paint or brake fluids that result in illness or injury.

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Cross-sector

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adjust engineering designs

Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.

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calibrate electronic instruments

Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is done in regular intervals which are set by the manufacturer and using calibration devices.

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conduct performance tests

Conduct experimental, environmental and operational tests on models, prototypes or on the systems and equipment itself in order to test their strength and capabilities under normal and extreme conditions.

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keep records of work progress

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

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liaise with engineers

Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.

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maintain electrical equipment

Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.

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maintain electronic equipment

Check and repair electronic equipment. Develop maintenance tasks on electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.

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use CAD software

Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.

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use CADD software

Use computer-aided design and drafting software to make detailed drawings and blueprints of designs.

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use testing equipment

Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.

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