Composite Awareness

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this module, participant is able to explain:

·         Recognize the most common used fibers in the Aviation industry;

·         Understand the general properties of the various types of fibers;

·         Describe the most used weave styles;

·         Describe the different forms of fibers;

·         Describe the proper storage and handling procedures for fabrics;

·         Define the material Thermoset;

·         Define the material Thermoplastic;

·         Describe the difference between thermoset and thermoplastic;

·         Understand the safety risks that comes with composite materials.

Learning objectives are to be achieved through the following topics:

1.      Introduction

2.      Types of Fibers

3.      Fiber Properties

4.      Weave Styles

5.      Fiber Forms

6.      Fiber Handling

7.      Storage

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this module, participant is able to explain:

·         Be aware of the potential health and safety risks of uncured composite materials;

·         Be aware of the potential health and safety risks of cured composite materials;

·         Be able to describe the information contained on a material safety data sheet;

·         Know where you can find which personal protective equipment to be used;

·         Be aware of waste disposal;

·         Be aware of the importance of a clean work environment.

Learning objectives are to be achieved through the following topics:

1.      Introduction

2.      Potential Health & Safety Risks of Uncured Composites

3.      Potential Health & Safety Risks of Cured Composites

4.      Material Safety Data Sheet

5.      Personal Protective Equipment

6.      Waste Disposal

7.      Safe and Clean Work Environment

8.      First Aid – Know what to do

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this module, participant is able to explain:

·         Describe the difference and meaning of primary and secondary structure;

·         Recognize and classify the most common damages on an aircraft/ aircraft component.

Learning objectives are to be achieved through the following topics:

1.      Primary Structure

2.      Secondary Structure

3.      Types of Damages