Pearson Education Ltd · RQF Level 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge)
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- LevelRQF Level 3
- Guided learning1,080 hours
- Units in this qualification70
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These are the units Pearson Education Ltd registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
Additive Manufacturing ProcessesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to additive manufacturing processes, technologies, and materials. You'll prepare 3D models, operate and maintain additive manufacturing equipment, and understand the advantages and limitations of these processes.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of additive manufacturing processes
- Identify different types of additive manufacturing technologies
- Prepare 3D models for additive manufacturing
- Operate and maintain additive manufacturing equipment
Advanced Composite Materials ManufacturingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study advanced composite materials manufacturing, including types of matrices and reinforcements. The unit covers manufacturing processes, design effects on manufacturability, bonding, finishing, and repair techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the different types of matrices and reinforcements commonly used in composite manufacture, including their properties and applications
- Understand the differences, advantages and disadvantages of key composite manufacturing processes, such as hand lay-up and resin transfer moulding
- Understand the effects of design decisions on component manufacturability, considering factors such as material selection and geometry
- Understand bonding processes, finishing processes, inspection and repair techniques used in composite materials manufacturing
Advanced Mechanical Principles and ApplicationsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study advanced mechanical principles such as statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. The unit focuses on applying these principles to analyse and evaluate mechanical systems and their performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand advanced mechanical principles
- Apply advanced mechanical principles to engineering applications
- Analyse mechanical systems using advanced principles
- Evaluate the performance of mechanical systems
- Understand the properties of engineering materials
Aircraft Computers and Electronic SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study computer data representation, electronic and fibre optic data buses, and the structure and operation of aircraft computer systems. The unit also covers safety hazards and precautions related to microelectronic devices, software, and electromagnetic environments in aircraft maintenance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of computer data within aircraft electronic systems.
- Understand the principles of electronic data buses within aircraft electronic systems.
- Understand the principles of fibre optic data buses within aircraft electronic systems.
- Understand computer structure in the context of aircraft electronic systems.
- Understand computer operation in the context of aircraft electronic systems.
- Understand component interfacing in the context of aircraft electronic systems.
- Know the safety hazards associated with the maintenance and control of microelectronic devices.
- Know the safety precautions associated with the maintenance and control of microelectronic devices.
- Know the safety hazards associated with the maintenance and control of computer software.
- Know the safety precautions associated with the maintenance and control of computer software.
- Know the safety hazards associated with the maintenance and control of electromagnetic environments.
- Know the safety precautions associated with the maintenance and control of electromagnetic environments.
- Understand the principle of operation of electronic flight deck displays.
- Understand the function of electronic instrument systems associated with flight deck displays.
- Understand the arrangement of electronic aircraft systems.
- Understand the use of built-in test equipment (BITE) in aircraft electronic systems.
- Understand the use of on-board maintenance systems in aircraft electronic systems.
Aircraft Electrical and Instrument SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles and functions of aircraft electrical and instrument systems, including power generation and instrument operation. The unit covers fault diagnosis, maintenance procedures, and relevant aviation regulations and safety protocols.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of aircraft electrical systems
- Understand the function of aircraft instruments
- Diagnose faults in aircraft electrical and instrument systems
- Maintain aircraft electrical and instrument systems
- Understand relevant aviation regulations and safety procedures
Aircraft First Line Maintenance OperationsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of aircraft first line maintenance operations, including routine maintenance tasks and health and safety regulations. You'll develop skills in using tools and equipment correctly and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of aircraft first line maintenance operations
- Identify the procedures for carrying out routine aircraft maintenance tasks
- Apply relevant health and safety regulations within an aircraft maintenance environment
- Demonstrate the correct use of tools and equipment for aircraft maintenance
- Record and report maintenance activities accurately and efficiently
Aircraft Flight Principles and PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study fundamental aircraft flight principles, aerodynamic forces, and factors affecting stability and control. The unit includes practical application through aircraft flight simulation to reinforce theoretical understanding.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the fundamental principles of aircraft flight
- Describe the aerodynamic forces acting on an aircraft
- Analyse the factors affecting aircraft stability and control
- Demonstrate practical skills in aircraft flight simulation
Aircraft Gas Turbine EnginesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll identify key components and explain the operation principles of aircraft gas turbine engines. The unit includes analysis of engine performance characteristics and maintenance procedures for different types of gas turbine engines.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the key components of an aircraft gas turbine engine
- Explain the principles of operation of an aircraft gas turbine engine
- Analyse the performance characteristics of different types of aircraft gas turbine engines
- Describe the maintenance procedures for aircraft gas turbine engines
Aircraft Materials and HardwareReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore methods of producing and treating ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys, including casting, forging, and heat treatment. The unit also covers microstructure effects on material properties and corrosion prevention techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the methods of producing and treating ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys, including casting, forging, heat treatment, and surface finishing.
- Understand the effect of microstructure on the macroscopic properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys, including strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance.
- Know the nature of corrosion and how the properties of ferrous and non-ferrous materials are determined using testing techniques, including tensile testing, hardness testing, and corrosion testing.
- Know about the structure and properties of non-metallic materials used in aircraft construction, including composites, polymers, and ceramics.
- Know the types, characteristics, and applications of aircraft fasteners and general hardware, including bolts, rivets, screws, and washers.
- Understand the construction, characteristics, and applications of aircraft electrical cables and connectors, including wiring harnesses, shielding, and grounding.
Aircraft Propulsion SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the principles, components, and operation of aircraft propulsion systems including gas turbine engines. The unit covers maintenance procedures and safety protocols related to aircraft propulsion.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of aircraft propulsion systems
- Identify the components of an aircraft propulsion system
- Explain the operation of different types of aircraft engine
- Maintain aircraft propulsion systems
- Understand safety procedures related to aircraft propulsion systems
Aircraft Workshop Methods and PracticeReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit develops learners' ability to work safely and effectively in an aircraft workshop environment. You'll use appropriate tools, apply workshop methods to maintenance tasks, and follow accurate procedures and documentation.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate safe working practices in an aircraft workshop environment
- Use appropriate tools and equipment for aircraft maintenance tasks
- Apply aircraft workshop methods to complete practical tasks
- Follow maintenance procedures and documentation accurately
Airframe Construction and RepairReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of airframe construction principles, components, and materials. The unit covers techniques for performing airframe repairs, maintenance importance, and inspection of airframe structures for damage.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of airframe construction
- Identify different airframe components and materials
- Perform airframe repairs using appropriate techniques
- Understand the importance of airframe maintenance
- Inspect airframe structures for damage
Airframe Mechanical SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to identify key mechanical systems within an airframe, describe their functions, and explain their operational principles. You'll also analyse maintenance requirements to support effective airframe mechanical system upkeep.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the key mechanical systems within an airframe
- Describe the function of each airframe mechanical system
- Explain the principles of operation of airframe mechanical systems
- Analyse the maintenance requirements of airframe mechanical systems
Applications of Computer Numerical Control in EngineeringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles and applications of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. The unit covers interpreting engineering drawings, programming, setting up, operating CNC machines, and applying safety practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining
- Know the different types of CNC machines used in engineering applications
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications for CNC machining
- Create and edit CNC programs using appropriate software
- Set up and operate CNC machines safely and efficiently
- Apply CNC machining techniques to manufacture engineering components
- Understand the advantages and limitations of CNC machining compared to traditional machining methods
Applications of Mechanical Systems in EngineeringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the fundamental principles and applications of mechanical systems in engineering. You'll analyse performance characteristics and evaluate the suitability of mechanical systems for specific engineering applications.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the fundamental principles of mechanical systems
- Describe the applications of various mechanical systems in engineering contexts
- Analyse the performance characteristics of different mechanical systems
- Evaluate the suitability of mechanical systems for specific engineering applications
- Apply knowledge of mechanical systems to solve engineering problems
Autonomous Mobile RoboticsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll investigate different types of autonomous mobile robots, including their software and hardware components. The unit covers applications across industries and develops practical skills to design and develop autonomous mobile robots to meet client briefs.
What you'll be able to do
- Investigate the use of different types of autonomous mobile robot
- Investigate the software and hardware used in autonomous mobile robots
- Develop an autonomous mobile robot to complete an activity defined in a client brief
Autonomous SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to autonomous systems in advanced manufacturing, covering their concepts, applications, benefits, and limitations. You'll understand how to integrate software and hardware to design and develop autonomous solutions.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the concept, applications, benefits and limitations of autonomous systems used in advanced manufacturing.
- Understand the integration of software and hardware to design and realise autonomous system solutions to meet advanced manufacturing requirements.
- Develop an autonomous bot for an advanced manufacturing application.
Avionic SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers principles of computer data transmission, electronic and fibre optic data buses, and computer system interfacing. You'll also understand safety hazards related to microelectronic devices and electromagnetic environments in maintenance contexts.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of computer data transmission.
- Understand the principles of electronic data buses.
- Understand the principles of fibre optic data buses.
- Understand computer structure and operation.
- Understand component interfacing within computer systems.
- Know the safety hazards associated with the maintenance and control of microelectronic devices.
- Know the safety hazards associated with the maintenance and control of computer software.
- Know the safety hazards associated with the maintenance and control of electromagnetic environments.
- Know the precautions associated with the maintenance and control of microelectronic devices.
- Know the precautions associated with the maintenance and control of computer software.
- Know the precautions associated with the maintenance and control of electromagnetic environments.
- Understand the principle of operation of electronic flight deck displays.
- Understand the function of electronic instrument systems associated with flight deck displays.
- Understand the arrangement of electronic aircraft systems.
- Understand the use of built-in test equipment (BITE) in aircraft systems.
- Understand the use of on-board maintenance systems in aircraft.
Business Operations in EngineeringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of engineering business structures and operations, including communication, project management, and quality assurance. You'll develop knowledge to contribute effectively within engineering business environments.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the structure of engineering businesses
- Understand the principles of business operations in engineering
- Understand the importance of communication in engineering businesses
- Understand the principles of project management in engineering
- Understand the importance of quality assurance in engineering businesses
Calculus to Solve Engineering ProblemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand and apply calculus techniques to engineering problems. You'll differentiate and integrate functions, model engineering systems, and interpret calculus-based results.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental concepts of calculus
- Apply calculus techniques to solve engineering problems
- Differentiate and integrate mathematical functions relevant to engineering
- Use calculus to model and analyse engineering systems
- Interpret and evaluate the results of calculus-based calculations
- Apply calculus to optimise engineering designs and processes
Communications for Engineering TechniciansReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit develops learners' communication skills within engineering contexts, focusing on effective written and verbal communication methods. You'll understand communication principles, barriers, active listening, non-verbal cues, and the use of information technology for communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of effective communication in an engineering context
- Produce different types of written communication used in engineering
- Use different methods of verbal communication in an engineering environment
- Understand the importance of active listening and non-verbal communication
- Use information technology for communication purposes
Composite Materials and ProcessingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to composite materials, their structures, resins, reinforcements, and properties. You'll also study processing methods, safety considerations, and the effects of processing variables on composite materials.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the structures, resins, reinforcements and properties of composite materials.
- Compare and contrast the characteristics of different composite materials.
- Describe various processing methods used to produce composite components.
- Implement relevant safety considerations required during composite processing.
- Explain the effects of processing on composite materials.
- Identify the variables that need to be controlled during composite processing to ensure quality.
- Describe the methods used for bonding, fastening and sealing of composite components.
- Perform tests on composite materials to determine their structural integrity and properties.
- Analyse the results of composite material testing to assess performance.
Computer Aided Design in EngineeringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of Computer Aided Design (CAD) principles and software use. You'll create, interpret, and analyse 2D and 3D engineering drawings and manage CAD files within an engineering context.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of Computer Aided Design (CAD) in engineering
- Use CAD software to create 2D and 3D engineering drawings
- Apply CAD techniques to design engineering components and assemblies
- Interpret and analyse engineering drawings produced using CAD software
- Manage and store CAD files effectively within an organisation
Computer Aided ManufacturingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles and applications of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). You'll use CAM software to design manufacturing processes, generate machine code, and evaluate the effectiveness of CAM techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the principles of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
- Describe different CAM techniques
- Explain the applications of CAM in manufacturing processes
- Use CAM software to design a manufacturing process
- Generate code for a manufacturing machine using CAM software
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a CAM-designed manufacturing process
Cyber Security in EngineeringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand cyber security threats and vulnerabilities affecting engineering organisations, alongside legal responsibilities. The unit covers protection measures and planning security strategies to safeguard engineering computer systems from cyber attacks.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the threats to computer systems in engineering organisations
- Understand the organisations’ legal responsibilities regarding cyber security
- Know computer system vulnerabilities used in engineering organisations
- Know protection measures used in engineering organisations
- Plan security measures to protect an engineering computer system from threats
- Implement security measures to protect an engineering computer system from threats
Data Analytics/Big DataReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the role of big data and data analytics in enhancing performance, benchmarking, and fostering innovation within engineering organisations. You'll gain knowledge of statistical software tools and techniques and develop skills to carry out data analysis effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the role of big data and data analytics to improve performance, for benchmarking and/or to trigger innovation in engineering organisations
- Know about the statistical software tools and techniques used to analyse data in engineering organisations, including their capabilities and limitations
- Carry out analysis of statistical data to meet the needs of an engineering organisation, interpreting results and drawing conclusions
Electrical TechnologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand fundamental electrical concepts such as voltage, current, resistance, and power. The unit covers circuit analysis using Ohm's and Kirchhoff's Laws, identification of electrical components, and safe use of electrical test equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain fundamental electrical concepts, including voltage, current, resistance, and power
- Analyse electrical circuits using Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Laws
- Identify and describe the function of common electrical components
- Use electrical test equipment to measure voltage, current, and resistance
- Apply safe working practices when working with electrical systems
Electro-pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems and DevicesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore the principles and components of electro-pneumatic and hydraulic systems. The unit covers system operation, device functions, and health and safety considerations in these fluid power technologies.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of electro-pneumatic systems
- Understand the principles of hydraulic systems
- Identify the components of electro-pneumatic systems
- Identify the components of hydraulic systems
- Explain the function of devices used in electro-pneumatic systems
- Explain the function of devices used in hydraulic systems
- Analyse the operation of electro-pneumatic circuits
- Analyse the operation of hydraulic circuits
- Apply health and safety procedures when working with electro-pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Maintain electro-pneumatic systems and devices
- Maintain hydraulic systems and devices
Electronic Circuit Design and ManufactureReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop knowledge of electronic circuit design principles and skills to design, manufacture, test, and troubleshoot circuits. The unit covers component functions, circuit analysis, and practical techniques for effective circuit production.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of electronic circuit design
- Design electronic circuits to meet specific requirements
- Manufacture electronic circuits using appropriate techniques
- Test and troubleshoot electronic circuits
Electronic Measurement and TestingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand electronic measurement and testing principles, select appropriate instruments, and perform tests on circuits and components. You'll learn to analyse and interpret measurement data accurately.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of electronic measurement and testing
- Select and use appropriate electronic measurement instruments
- Perform a range of electronic tests on circuits and components
- Analyse and interpret electronic measurement data
Engineering Drawing for TechniciansReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to interpret and produce engineering drawings using standard symbols and conventions. You'll apply dimensional and geometric tolerances and communicate technical information effectively through drawings.
What you'll be able to do
- Interpret engineering drawings, recognising standard symbols and conventions
- Produce engineering drawings using appropriate techniques and tools
- Apply dimensional tolerances and geometric tolerances to engineering drawings
- Communicate technical information effectively through engineering drawings
- Store and retrieve engineering drawings according to organisational procedures
Engineering Maintenance Procedures and TechniquesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit focuses on engineering maintenance procedures and techniques, emphasising adherence to documented processes and safe working practices. You'll learn to diagnose faults, apply maintenance techniques, and manage maintenance documentation.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of following engineering maintenance procedures
- Apply a range of engineering maintenance techniques
- Demonstrate the ability to diagnose faults in engineering systems
- Understand the documentation requirements for engineering maintenance activities
- Apply safe working practices during engineering maintenance
Engineering Primary Forming ProcessesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of engineering primary forming processes such as casting, forging, and powder metallurgy. You'll understand material properties, process selection for applications, and factors influencing component quality and health and safety considerations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of different engineering primary forming processes
- Understand the properties of materials used in primary forming processes
- Select appropriate primary forming processes for specific applications
- Understand the factors affecting the quality of components produced by primary forming processes
- Apply health and safety procedures in primary forming processes
Engineering PrinciplesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain foundational knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and thermal engineering principles. The unit covers force, motion, energy, electrical circuit laws, material properties, and the interpretation of engineering drawings to solve practical problems.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand fundamental mechanical principles
- Understand fundamental electrical principles
- Understand fundamental thermal principles
- Apply engineering principles to solve practical problems
- Understand the properties of engineering materials
- Interpret engineering drawings and diagrams
Engineering ProjectReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit develops learners' skills in planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating engineering projects. You'll manage project objectives, resources, risks, and adhere to safety guidelines throughout the project lifecycle.
What you'll be able to do
- Plan an engineering project, defining clear objectives and scope
- Implement the engineering project, following established procedures and safety guidelines
- Monitor the progress of the engineering project, identifying and addressing any challenges
- Evaluate the outcomes of the engineering project against the original objectives
- Document the engineering project, including methodology, results, and conclusions
Engineering Secondary and Finishing TechniquesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of engineering secondary and finishing techniques, including machining, joining, forming, heat treatment, and surface hardening. The unit emphasises applying techniques and inspecting components for quality and conformance.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe different engineering secondary techniques
- Explain the purpose of different engineering secondary techniques
- Describe different engineering finishing techniques
- Explain the purpose of different engineering finishing techniques
- Apply appropriate secondary techniques to engineering materials
- Apply appropriate finishing techniques to engineering materials
- Inspect finished components for quality and conformance to specifications
Environmental Engineering and SustainabilityReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore sustainability in engineering, including design and product-based approaches to reduce environmental impact. The unit covers environmental impact analysis and redesign of engineered products or systems for sustainability.
What you'll be able to do
- Define sustainability in the context of engineering.
- Explain the importance of sustainable practices in engineering design and development.
- Describe design, system and product-based approaches to reducing environmental impact.
- Analyse the environmental impact of an engineered product or system.
- Evaluate the life cycle of an engineered product or system to identify areas for improvement.
- Carry out a redesign of an engineered product or system to reduce environmental impact.
- Justify the design changes made to improve the environmental performance of the product or system.
Fabrication Processes and TechnologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore various fabrication processes such as welding, cutting, and forming, and understand fabrication technology principles. The unit covers selection and application of fabrication methods alongside health and safety requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand different fabrication processes
- Understand the principles of fabrication technology
- Select appropriate fabrication processes for a given task
- Apply fabrication technology to engineering applications
- Understand the health and safety requirements for fabrication processes
- Prepare materials for fabrication
- Use tools and equipment for fabrication processes
Features and Applications of Electrical MachinesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit introduces learners to the key features, operating principles, and applications of different electrical machines. You'll analyse performance characteristics and understand maintenance requirements for electrical machines in industry.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the key features of different types of electrical machines.
- Explain the operating principles of various electrical machines.
- Describe the applications of electrical machines in different industries.
- Analyse the performance characteristics of electrical machines.
- Understand the maintenance requirements of electrical machines.
Further Electrical PrinciplesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll develop an understanding of fundamental electrical quantities, circuit laws, and theorems. The unit includes analysis of series, parallel, and AC circuits, principles of electromagnetism, and application of electrical principles to practical engineering problems.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand fundamental electrical quantities and units
- Explain basic electrical circuit laws and theorems
- Analyse series and parallel circuits
- Investigate the behaviour of alternating current (AC) circuits
- Understand the principles of electromagnetism
- Apply electrical principles to solve practical engineering problems
Further Engineering MathematicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners with mathematical techniques including algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics to solve engineering problems. You'll apply these methods to analyse data and determine practical engineering solutions.
What you'll be able to do
- Apply algebraic techniques to solve engineering problems
- Apply trigonometric methods to solve engineering problems
- Utilise calculus to solve engineering problems
- Apply statistical methods to analyse engineering data
Further Mechanical Principles and ApplicationsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study fundamental mechanical principles such as forces, motion, and energy, applying these to solve engineering problems. The unit includes analysis of mechanical system behaviour and evaluation of component and assembly performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand fundamental mechanical principles, including forces, motion, and energy.
- Apply mechanical principles to solve engineering problems.
- Analyse the behaviour of mechanical systems under different conditions.
- Evaluate the performance of mechanical components and assemblies.
- Understand the applications of mechanical principles in various engineering contexts.
Health and Safety in the Engineering WorkplaceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to engineering workplaces, identify hazards and risks, and apply safe working practices. The unit also covers emergency procedures and the roles of regulatory bodies in maintaining safety standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the legal requirements for health and safety in the engineering workplace
- Identify potential hazards and risks in the engineering workplace
- Apply safe working practices in the engineering workplace
- Understand emergency procedures in the engineering workplace
- Understand the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the engineering workplace
Helicopter Aerodynamics and Flight PrinciplesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore atmospheric, mechanical, and fluid principles affecting helicopter flight, including lift and drag force generation. The unit also covers helicopter flight control principles, enabling learners to understand the factors influencing flight performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Examine the atmospheric principles affecting flight.
- Examine the mechanical principles affecting flight.
- Examine the fluid principles affecting flight.
- Explore the generation of lift force and its interaction in creating aircraft flight safely.
- Explore the generation of drag force and its interaction in creating aircraft flight safely.
- Explore helicopter flight principles.
- Explore how control of a helicopter is obtained.
Helicopter Gas Turbine Engines, Transmission, Rotors and StructuresReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of helicopter turbo-shaft engines, transmission systems, rotors, and structures. The unit covers principles of operation, construction, materials, manufacturing techniques, lubrication, and alignment methods.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the fundamental principles of operation of a helicopter turbo-shaft engine, including its components and cycles
- Know the constructional features of a helicopter turbo-shaft engine, including materials and manufacturing techniques
- Know the principles of operation of helicopter main rotor transmission systems, including gearboxes and drive shafts
- Know the constructional features of helicopter main and tail rotor transmission systems, including lubrication and cooling systems
- Know about helicopter structures, including the fuselage, tail boom, and landing gear
- Know about helicopter assembly methods and alignment techniques, including the use of jigs and fixtures
- Know the function of helicopter flight control systems, including cyclic, collective, and anti-torque controls
- Know the construction of helicopter flight control systems, including linkages, actuators, and hydraulic systems
Human Factors and Performance in AviationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit explores the significance of human factors in aviation safety and efficiency. You'll examine cognitive and physical limitations, personal influences, environmental effects, and task categories impacting human performance in aviation contexts.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of human factors in aviation, considering their impact on safety and efficiency.
- Understand the features and limitations of human performance, including cognitive and physical aspects relevant to aviation tasks.
- Understand personal factors that affect human performance in aviation, such as stress, fatigue, and individual differences.
- Understand how physical aspects of the working environment affect human performance in aviation, including factors like lighting, noise, and temperature.
- Understand how different categories of tasks can affect human performance in aviation, considering workload, complexity, and required skill levels.
- Understand error models within aeronautical engineering, including their application to the analysis and prevention of human error.
Industrial Plant and Process ControlReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers industrial plant operation and process control systems. You'll apply process control techniques, analyse system performance, and understand health and safety considerations in industrial plant environments.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of industrial plant operation
- Understand the principles of process control systems
- Apply process control techniques to industrial plant
- Analyse the performance of industrial plant and process control systems
- Understand the importance of health and safety in industrial plant and process control
Industrial Process ControllersReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of industrial process controllers, including their operation principles, types, applications, and system components. You'll learn to configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot controllers within industrial settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of operation of industrial process controllers
- Identify different types of industrial process controllers and their applications
- Understand the function of different components within an industrial process controller system
- Configure and calibrate industrial process controllers
- Troubleshoot common faults in industrial process controller systems
Industrial Robot TechnologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of industrial robot technology, including operation principles, key system components, and control systems. The unit develops programming skills for specific tasks and emphasises safety procedures and basic maintenance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of operation of industrial robots.
- Identify the key components of an industrial robot system.
- Understand different types of robot control systems.
- Program an industrial robot to perform specific tasks.
- Understand safety procedures related to the operation of industrial robots.
- Maintain industrial robot systems.
Industrial RoboticsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers health and safety legislation, maintenance, operation, and design of industrial robots for various applications. You'll investigate robot sensors, end effectors, and produce programming for industrial robot tasks.
What you'll be able to do
- Investigate the health and safety requirements associated with industrial robots.
- Investigate the maintenance requirements associated with industrial robots.
- Investigate the operation of industrial robots for different applications.
- Investigate the design of industrial robots for different applications.
- Investigate the operation of industrial robot sensors.
- Investigate the operation of industrial robot end effectors.
- Produce a program for an industrial robot to solve an engineering problem.
Industry 4.0Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll explore the factors driving Industry 4.0, characteristics of smart factories, and the role of the Internet of Things (IoT). The unit covers enabling technologies and considerations for manufacturing integration in the context of the fourth industrial revolution.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the factors shaping the fourth industrial revolution and the characteristics of an Industry 4.0 smart factory.
- Understand the role that the Internet of Things (IoT) plays in an Industry 4.0 smart factory.
- Understand the range of technologies that enable Industry 4.0 and their benefits.
- Understand the factors that manufacturers need to consider when transitioning from Industry 3.0 to 4.0.
Installing and Commissioning Engineering EquipmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study procedures for installing and commissioning mechanical and electrical/electronic engineering equipment. The unit emphasises adherence to manufacturer instructions, industry standards, and safety regulations during installation and handover.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the procedures for installing mechanical equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and industry standards
- Know the procedures for commissioning mechanical equipment to ensure correct operation and performance
- Know the procedures for installing electrical/electronic equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and relevant regulations
- Know the procedures for commissioning electrical/electronic equipment to ensure correct operation and safety
- Install equipment used on an engineered system, following established procedures and safety guidelines
- Commission equipment used on an engineered system, verifying its functionality and integration with other components
- Hand over an installation to the client or end-user, providing necessary documentation and training
- Complete handover documentation after commissioning an engineered system, including test results and operating instructions
Lean Production System DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study lean manufacturing principles and their application to production systems. The unit includes designing flexible systems, applying the single minute exchange of die (SMED) method, and implementing total productive maintenance (TPM) to improve efficiency.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the fundamental principles of lean manufacturing and their application in production environments
- Design and implement a flexible production system that can adapt to changing demands
- Apply the single minute exchange of die (SMED) method to a production system to reduce changeover times
- Implement a total productive maintenance (TPM) system to improve equipment reliability and efficiency
Manufacturing PlanningReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles of manufacturing planning, including lean and just-in-time production. The unit covers resource identification, quality control importance, and scheduling, enabling learners to develop comprehensive manufacturing plans.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of manufacturing planning
- Develop a manufacturing plan for a given product
- Identify resources required for manufacturing
- Understand the importance of quality control in manufacturing planning
- Understand the role of scheduling in manufacturing planning
Mechanical Measurement and Inspection TechnologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles of mechanical measurement and inspection technology, including the use of common instruments and error identification. You'll develop practical skills to perform measurements and inspections and analyse results for quality assurance.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of mechanical measurement
- Understand the principles of mechanical inspection technology
- Perform mechanical measurements
- Perform mechanical inspections
- Analyse the results of mechanical measurements and inspections
Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Engineering SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers principles of monitoring engineering systems, selection of monitoring techniques, and fault diagnosis using data and diagnostic tools. You'll understand the importance of predictive maintenance and data analysis in system reliability.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of monitoring engineering systems and components
- Identify and select appropriate monitoring techniques for different engineering systems
- Diagnose faults in engineering systems using monitoring data and diagnostic tools
- Understand the importance of preventative maintenance in engineering systems
Organisational Efficiency and ImprovementReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study organisational efficiency within engineering contexts, analysing processes and evaluating improvement methodologies. The unit includes developing strategies to enhance efficiency while considering sustainability and continuous improvement.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of organisational efficiency within an engineering context.
- Analyse current organisational processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Evaluate different improvement methodologies applicable to engineering organisations.
- Develop strategies to enhance organisational efficiency and productivity.
- Understand the importance of sustainability in organisational improvement initiatives.
- Apply quality management principles to improve organisational performance.
Principles and Applications of Electronic Devices and CircuitsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study the fundamental principles, characteristics, and applications of electronic devices and circuits. They will analyse circuit operation, design and simulate basic circuits, and evaluate device and circuit performance.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the fundamental principles of electronic devices
- Describe the characteristics and applications of various electronic devices
- Analyse the operation of electronic circuits
- Design and simulate basic electronic circuits
- Evaluate the performance of electronic devices and circuits
Principles and Applications of Engineering Measurement SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with knowledge of engineering measurement systems, including their principles, characteristics, and applications. You'll apply measurement techniques, analyse data, and evaluate measurement accuracy and uncertainty.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the fundamental principles of engineering measurement systems
- Describe the characteristics and applications of various engineering measurement systems
- Apply appropriate measurement techniques to engineering problems
- Analyse and interpret data obtained from engineering measurement systems
- Evaluate the accuracy and reliability of engineering measurement systems
Principles and Operation of 3-Phase SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the fundamental principles and operation of three-phase electrical systems, including phase sequence, star and delta connections, and motor operation. You'll learn to analyse circuits, understand system components, and apply appropriate safety procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of three-phase electrical systems
- Understand the operation of three-phase electrical systems
- Analyse three-phase circuits
- Understand the components used in three-phase systems
- Apply safety procedures when working with three-phase systems
Principles of Aerospace FittingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the purpose and safe use of tools and equipment for aerospace fitting operations. The unit covers hand tools, measuring instruments, power tools, torque wrenches, alignment tools, and procedures for fitting aerospace hardware components accurately and safely.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose and safe and accurate use of tools for aerospace fitting operations, including hand tools, measuring instruments, and power tools.
- Understand the purpose of and how to safely fit aerospace hardware components, including fasteners, seals, and bearings, according to industry standards.
- Understand the purpose and safe and accurate use of equipment for aerospace fitting operations, including torque wrenches, presses, and alignment tools.
- Understand the process and purpose of producing aerospace sub-assemblies and assemblies, including component preparation, fitting techniques, and quality control procedures.
Principles of Aerospace MachiningReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll understand the principles of subtractive and specialist aerospace machining processes, including cutting tools and machining parametres. The unit also covers CNC preparation and additive manufacturing principles to enable component production.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of subtractive machining processes, including cutting tools, machining parameters, and material removal techniques.
- Prepare for CNC machining activities, including setting up the machine, loading programs, and making a component to specified tolerances.
- Understand the principles of specialist machining processes, such as electrical discharge machining (EDM) and laser cutting, and their applications in aerospace manufacturing.
- Understand the principles of additive manufacturing processes, including 3D printing technologies and their use in creating aerospace components.
Principles of Aerospace Technical SupportReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers aerospace technical support processes, including producing status reports and inspection, testing, validation, and analysis of aerospace components and systems. You'll learn to produce written reports on manufacturing or maintenance activities.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the process of producing status reports and the purpose of these documents in aerospace technical support, including content, format, and distribution.
- Understand the process of inspection, testing, validation, and analysis of aerospace components, systems, and QA models, including relevant standards and procedures.
- Produce written reports on an engineering manufacturing or maintenance activity, including clear and concise descriptions of methods, results, and conclusions.
- Produce and interpret CAD drawings and convert them to CNC programmes via a CAD/CAM interface, detailing the process by which modelling is used to simulate the manufacturing process.
Properties and Applications of Engineering MaterialsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of the properties and applications of various engineering materials, including metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. You'll investigate material characteristics and select appropriate materials for applications.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the properties of different engineering materials
- Understand the applications of different engineering materials
- Investigate the characteristics of engineering materials through testing
- Select appropriate engineering materials for specific applications
- Analyse the performance of engineering materials in different conditions
Selecting and Using Programmable ControllersReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit provides learners with an understanding of programmable controllers (PLCs), including their architecture and components. You'll select, connect, configure, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC systems for engineering applications.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of operation of programmable controllers (PLCs)
- Select appropriate programmable controllers for specific engineering applications
- Connect and configure programmable controllers
- Develop and implement basic control programs for programmable controllers
- Test and troubleshoot programmable controller systems
- Understand the safety considerations when working with programmable controllers
Setting and Proving Secondary Processing MachinesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit equips learners with knowledge of secondary processing machines, including their principles of operation and types. You'll learn to set up, prove correct operation, identify and rectify faults, and adhere to safety procedures and documentation requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of secondary processing machines.
- Set up secondary processing machines according to specifications.
- Prove the correct operation of secondary processing machines.
- Identify and rectify faults in the setup of secondary processing machines.
- Understand the importance of safety procedures when working with secondary processing machines.
- Document the setting and proving process.
Simulation and Digital TwinningReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
It teaches you to understand the benefits and limitations of digital twinning in advanced manufacturing. You'll explore software and data collection requirements and develop skills to produce and simulate digital twins for manufacturing processes or systems.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the benefits of using digital twinning during advanced manufacturing
- Understand the limitations of using digital twinning during advanced manufacturing
- Understand the software implications for digital twinning
- Understand the data collection implications for digital twinning
- Produce a digital twin for a manufacturing process or system
- Simulate a digital twin for a manufacturing process or system
Three-Phase Motors and DrivesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
This unit covers the principles of operation, construction, and advantages of three-phase motors and motor drive systems. You'll identify different types and applications of these motors and drives, and develop practical skills to connect and configure them effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of operation of three-phase motors.
- Understand the principles of operation of motor drive systems.
- Identify different types of three-phase motors and their applications.
- Identify different types of motor drive systems and their applications.
- Connect and configure three-phase motors and drives.
- Diagnose and rectify faults in three-phase motor and drive systems.
Welding PrinciplesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll study fundamental welding principles, various welding processes, and their industrial applications. The unit emphasises safety procedures, metal properties, and factors affecting weld quality to support effective and safe welding operations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of welding techniques.
- Know the different types of welding processes and their applications.
- Understand the safety procedures and precautions required in welding operations.
- Know the properties of different metals and their weldability.
- Understand the importance of weld quality and inspection methods.
Welding TechnologyReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
You'll gain knowledge of welding technologies, metallurgy principles, and safety requirements. The unit covers material preparation, welding operations using various techniques, and inspection and testing of welds.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand different welding technologies and processes
- Understand the principles of welding metallurgy
- Understand the safety requirements for welding operations
- Prepare materials for welding
- Perform welding operations using appropriate techniques
- Inspect and test welds for quality and integrity
The honest bit
You’ve started things before
Most courses were built for a room full of people who aren’t you. A cohort moves on whether or not your week allowed it, and by the third week the thing you’re behind on becomes the reason you stop opening it.
There’s no cohort here, and no timetable to fall behind. Before anything starts, Zavmo asks when you’re sharpest and how long you can realistically sit down for, then builds the sessions around those answers. A bad fortnight changes your pace. It doesn’t put you behind.
And you only pay once you start learning. Searching and planning are free, and you can cancel any time — so the cost of finding out is an afternoon, not a year.
Your passport
Every credit is a stamp you keep
Level 3 credits are regulated. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you’ve earned and what’s next.
Additive Manufacturing ProcessesAdvanced Composite Materials ManufacturingAdvanced Mechanical Principles and ApplicationsAircraft Computers and Electronic SystemsAircraft Electrical and Instrument SystemsAircraft First Line Maintenance OperationsAircraft Flight Principles and PracticeAircraft Gas Turbine Engines
Each stamp is a real unit registered against this qualification.
Who’d teach you this
The Evidence Evaluator
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Helps you show what you can actually do, gathering the evidence that proves it as you learn.
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Where these credits take you
A qualification is never a dead end here. See the jobs its credits open, the national occupational standards its units map to, and the future skills they quietly build.
Where this can lead
Senior Digital Twin Engineer
Your journey as a Senior Digital Twin Engineer is just another exciting chapter. Whether you choose to deepen your technical expertise as an individual contributor or step into leadership, the skills and experience you gain here will set you up for a truly impactful and rewarding career. We're excited to see where you take it.
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Skills it covers
What the job actually needs. These are the standards the units are built against, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
Check and operate aircraft propulsion units, systems and controlsInstalling equipment to produce an engineered system
How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
One-to-one, on your real workNo lectures, no past-papers. Every unit is practised on the actual tasks your job throws at you, a tutor beside you, not a video in front of you.
Taught to the top, not the testMost courses stop at remembering. Your companion keeps climbing: analysing, judging, creating. That’s the part a machine can’t do for you.
Credits you keep, a map that continuesEvery unit is regulated and yours for good. The day you finish, Zavmo already knows the next role your new credits open.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
Which job do you mean?
This unit introduces learners to additive manufacturing processes, technologies, and materials. Learners will prepare 3D models, operate and maintain additive manufacturing equipment, and understand the advantages and limitations of these processes.
How the thinking builds
- Remember
- Understand
- Apply
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Create
Built for Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge)
70 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Pearson Education Ltd.
- Additive Manufacturing Processes
- Advanced Composite Materials Manufacturing
- Advanced Mechanical Principles and Applications
- Aircraft Computers and Electronic Systems
- Aircraft Electrical and Instrument Systems
- Aircraft First Line Maintenance Operations
and 64 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.
- Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
- What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
- The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
- How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
- Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.
See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.
Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.
- 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
- 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
- 4AnalyseThe Analyst
- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
Where most courses leave you Where Zavmo takes you
Why this matters: AI can already remember and understand for you. What it can’t do is
take your real problem and judge the right call. So the only learning worth paying
for is the learning that takes you to the top. That’s exactly what a tutor doing it with
you, on your real work, is for.
The value
Why the companion is worth £70 a month
You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.
That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
Build my plan, freeNo card. See how this qualification maps onto your role and meet the tutors who’d teach it, free. The learning begins when you subscribe. It’s £70 a month, billed monthly. Cancel any time and billing stops.