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Aircraft EngineeringProspectus 2018

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How to find usAST is located within Brahan Building about 20 minutes walk from the city centre. The campus is set on a hillside surrounded by parkland and mature trees.

The campus consists of four buildings linked by steps and footpaths.

• The Brahan Building (red brick building at the top of the hill).

• The Webster Building (red brick and green building in the middle of the campus).

• The Goodlyburn Building (blue/grey building at the bottom of the hill).

• Academy of Sport and Wellbeing

www.perth.uhi.ac.ukPerth College is a registered Scottish charity, number SC021209.

Perth College UHI,Crie� Road, Perth PH1 2NX.

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AST Location Map for Perth Aerodrome



“With the world-wide growth of aviation,the need for the formation of an International

Training Establishment has become more and more apparent. An enterprise of this kind must be thorough in its methods, modern in its equipment and authoritative in

its teaching.”

AST FounderJohn Davenport Siddeley

Lord Kenilworth 1866–1953.

Contents

page 7: About AST

page 8-9: Welcome to the City of Perth

page 11: Engineer Licensing EASA Part 66

page 12: Part 66 Category A

page 13: Part 66 Category B

page 14: Part 66 Licensing Routes


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About Air Service Training LtdAir Service Training Ltd or AST as it is often referred to, is the longest established organisation of its type in the world, and is the premier provider of aviation training solutions worldwide.

Delivering its services to the global aviation industry and military formations for over 85 years, AST maintains the highest standards in all of its business activities which was recognised by the presentation of the highly prestigious Queens Award for International Trade in 2015.

AST delivers its services as a partner to the student, not simply as a supplier.

Using this partner relationship ethos, the company seeks to proactively meet all student needs and aspirations.

AST operates to an ethical business

practice using Industry standards, and a ‘people first’ philosophy, placing the student at the centre of any activity.

“Aviation is at the forefront of advances in technology and is the most advanced form of transport in the world, it therefore demands from its practitioners a high level of skill combined with a thorough underpinning knowledge.

At AST we put the student at the centre of all we do, and we will help you to develop essential skills and knowledge, as we have done for many thousands before.

You can rest assured that whether it’s training, parochial care, or social events, AST staff are here to help you develop, to learn, and of course to enjoy your time.”

Peter Farrow, Chief Executive


Welcome to The City of Perth

About PerthPerthshire is one of the most attractive and diverse counties in Scotland. From the lush farmland of the south to the rocky rivers and mountains of Highland Perthshire, it is a stunningly beautiful place to be. Our landscapes are truly amazing. Perth is located 50 miles north of Edinburgh and enjoys a beautiful position on the banks of Scotland’s longest river, the Tay, at 119 miles. We have snow-topped mountains that attract skiers and climbers from all over the UK, fast-flowing rivers for enjoying adventure sports, tranquil lochs for escaping the rush of modern life, and an abundance of beautiful forests and gardens. Not forgetting the world’s highest beech hedge and the UK’s oldest tree!

Perthshire is steeped in history, too. Step inside a Crannog on Loch Tay or visit the former crowning place of Scotland’s kings and queens at Scone Palace. Take a boat trip to where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned, or visit the spot where King James I met with a dramatic fate in 1437. Modern-day Perthshire is, thankfully, a much more cheerful place to be!

When we’re not dancing to drums and rousing music, tossing a caber or sampling delicious local cuisine, were celebrating our heritage and culture.

Things to Do When it comes to “things to do”, Perthshire has an enviable reputation for offering it all. You can seek adventure or relaxation in Highland Perthshire, top up on shopping and culture in our towns – and city! – or delve into the past with our huge number of historical attractions. There are gardens to explore, lochs to sail on and trails to walk.

Perthshire is also known as Scotland’s larder, so it’s no coincidence that so many of the country’s award-winning hotels and restaurants are located here. We’re also known for our fun-filled events, from music festivals to foodie feasts and family fun days.

Q: What is the best way to get around Perth?

A: Buy a Megarider bus pass. It costs £10.00 (Perth city only). Blocks of more weeks can be purchased at a discounted rate. Single bus journeys in Perth range from £0.90 to £1.50. You can also buy a Megarider pass for £12 which gives access to Perth and surrounding villages for 7 days. You can get the Megarider ticket from the bus driver. Bus timetables can be collected from the International Centre.

Q: What about travelling around the rest of Scotland?

A: One of the best things about Perth is that you can very easily get to all different parts of Scotland.

CitiesEdinburgh: Scotland’s Capital with its famous Castle, great galleries and museums, lovely architecture, good shopping and colourful nightlife. Direct trains (at least one per hour) from Perth take about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Typical Fares are £25 return or you can take the City Link bus from St Leonards Street Bus Station – about 1 hour and 50 minutes and the typical fare is £14.

Glasgow: Scotland’s biggest City with excellent shopping, great galleries and museums, vibrant nightlife and iconic architecture whi ch is a mix of Victorian design and modern day art. Direct trains (at least one per hour) from Perth take about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Typical fares are £29 return or you can take the City Link bus from St Leonards Street Bus Station – about 1 hour and 30 minutes. A typical fare is £17.

Stirling: Lovely medieval centre and Castle with superb views. Also close to Wallace Monument (of ‘Braveheart’) and site of Battle of Bannockburn. Direct trains, at least one per hour, from Perth takes about 30 minutes. Typical fares are £16 return or take the City Link bus from St Leonards Bus Station – around 50 minutes. A typical fare is £13.

Dundee: Scotland’s fourth largest City Dundee is culturally diverse. Visitor attractions include Scott of the Antarctic’s ship “Discovery” and an art gallery right in the centre. The new V&A due to open June 2018 will act as a museum of Art and Design. Direct trains (at least one per hour) from Perth take around 30 minutes. Typical fares are £16 return or take the City Link bus from St Leonard Street Bus Station – about 40 minutes and typical fares are £16 return.

But also, don’t forget the smaller towns and villages of Perthshire and the Highlands – often situated in the middle of fabulous mountain scenery. Here are a few favourites:

Dunkeld: Just 15 minutes by train north of Perth – this is where the Highlands really start. Lovely small town with historic ancient cathedral and good walks and pubs. Also accessible by bus (about 20 minutes).

Aberfeldy: Small town in the very heart of Highland Perthshire. Good range of small shops and places to eat with great scenery and an old mill. Nice 9-hole golf course.

Take the local bus.Blair Atholl: Small Highland village and home to the Dukes of Atholl. Visit their enormous and impressive stately home – Blair Castle. Take the train (about 40 minutes).

Pitlochry: Attractive 19th century holiday town at the top of Glen Garry. Large whisky distillery and many shops, places to eat etc. Great walks nearby, also fantastic trout/salmon fishing and challenging, hilly 18-hole golf course. Take the train (30 minutes) or bus (about 45 minutes).

Newtonmore/Kingussie: Highland towns surrounded by spectacular scenery of the Cairngorm mountains. Good golf courses in both (especially Kingussie – halfway into the mountains!), superb walking for all levels (including challenging mountaineering and rock climbing) and skiing in winter. Also in Newtonmore the excellent Highland Folk Park – life as it really was for the Highlanders of the past. Take the train (about 1 hour 20 minutes) or bus (1 hour 45 minutes).

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Engineer Licensing EASA Part 66In order to be able to certify civil aircraft as ‘fit for service’ an individual must be accredited by an aviation authority and hold a licence. In EU countries this licence is administered by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and is known as the Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence. Whilst the licence has been specifically designed to meet the needs of European operators, it is increasingly being accepted as a worldwide standard, and is highly valued by many countries, individual airlines and maintenance companies.

The licence has two basic categories: 1. Certifying Mechanic; 2. Certifying Technician.

These categories are further broken down into sub-groups related to distinct Aeroplane, Helicopter and Avionic categories, and with the exception of the latter, engine type, piston or turbine. AST provides a full range of high quality effective training courses to meet the requirements of these licences. Requirements and licence characteristics are detailed on the following pages.


Part 66 Licensing RoutesThere are knowledge and experience requirements that must be satisfied before an application for licence issue may be submitted.

The knowledge requirement is satisfied by successful completion of approved examinations in the category of license being applied for.

The experience requirement is met by undertaking a minimum duration of hands-on work on operating civil aircraft.

The approved course delivers all theoretical and practical training, assessments and examinations over a specified number of hours. Successful graduation from the approved course offers graduates a reduction in the experience requirement, and is the best method of entry to the industry for new starters.

Part 66 Category AThe Part 66 Category A licence is designated as ‘Certifying Mechanic’. The licence confers upon its holder the privilege of certifying limited, simple and generally repetitive tasks.

The licence is sub-divided into the following categories:

• A1 Aeroplanes Turbine Engine

• A2 Aeroplanes Piston Engine

• A3 Helicopters Turbine EngineThe requirements for Category A licensing are as follows:

AST Approved Course

27 training weeks + examinations, 60% of which is practical work, this also includes a 4 week Aircraft Maintenance Environmental Training (AMET) placement arranged by AST.

A minimum of 12 months hands-on experience on operating civil aircraft.


Part 66 Category BThe Part 66 Category B licence is designated as ‘Certifying Technician’. The licence confers upon its holder the privilege of certifying all engineering tasks covered by the sub-category, subject to the addition of a type or group rating.

The licence is sub-divided into the following categories:

• B1.1 Aeroplanes Turbine Engine

• B1.2 Aeroplanes Piston Engine

• B1.3 Helicopters Turbine Engine

• B2 AvionicThe requirements for Category B licensing are as follows:

AST Approved Course

89 training weeks 40% of which is practical work, this also includes an 8 week

Aircraft Maintenance Environmental Training (AMET) placement arranged by AST.

A minimum of 24 months hands-on experience on operating civil aircraft.

AST inducts new courses throughout the year so please contact us at [email protected]

or by telephone on 01738 877105 for our course commencement dates.

B1.1 Fixed Wing Turbine EngineModule 1-MathematicsModule 2-Physics Module 3- Electrical Fundamentals Module 4B1- Electronics Module 5B1- Digital Techniques Module 6-Materials and Hardware Module 7-Maintenance Practices Module 8-Basic Aerodynamics Module 9-Human Factors Module 10-Aviation Legislation Module 11-Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures & SystemsModule 15-Gas Turbines Module 17- Propellers

B1.2 Fixed Wing Piston EngineModule 1-MathematicsModule 2-Physics Module 3- Electrical Fundamentals Module 4B1- Electronics Module 5B1- Digital Techniques Module 6-Materials and Hardware Module 7-Maintenance Practices Module 8-Basic Aerodynamics Module 9-Human Factors Module 10-Aviation Legislation Module 11-Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures & Systems Module 16-Piston EnginesModule 17- Propellers

B1.3 Rotary Wing Turbine EngineModule 1-MathematicsModule 2-PhysicsModule 3- Electrical Fundamentals Module 4B1- Electronics Module 5B1- Digital Techniques Module 6-Materials and Hardware Module 7-Maintenance Practices Module 8-Basic Aerodynamics Module 9-Human Factors Module 10-Aviation Legislation Module 12-Helicopter Aerodynamics, Structures & SystemsModule 15-Gas Turbines

B2 AvionicsModule 1-MathematicsModule 2-Physics Module 3- Electrical Fundamentals Module 4B2- Electronics Module 5B2- Digital Techniques Module 6-Materials and Hardware Module 7-Maintenance Practices Module 8-Basic Aerodynamics Module 9-Human Factors Module 10-Aviation Legislation Module 13-Aircraft Aerodynamics Structures & Systems Module 14-Propulsion


Category B Progression RoutePictured below is a view of the path to achieving your Category ‘B’ License. Graduates from the AST Category ‘B’ Approved Course are eligible to articulate on to the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Degree course which is delivered by Perth College UHI.

For further information on the BEng Degree please visit the Perth College website www.perth.uhi.ac.uk/

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The information in this publication is for your guidance only and issubject to change as part of our policy of continuous improvement.

Credits for the photographs on Page 9:Killiecrankie:www.transformedbylight.comMountain Bike: Magnus DahlinCairngorm: © CNPA/Stewart GrantT in the Park: courtesy of Richard Wilkins/Perthshire Advertiser

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