Course Details
Hand Tools and Measuring Devices
This course is designed to partially fulfill the curriculum requirements as set out in Appendix B Part 147 General Curriculum Subjects for Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools established by the Federal Aviation Administration Regulations.
This course will help you to understand the various tools and measuring devices used daily by AMTs during routine and special maintenance tasks. You will learn about the tool, how it should be used, and what situations or tasks for which each tool was designed. Furthermore, you will gain a basic understanding of the care and maintenance of each tool. Finally, you will understand the different measurement and marking tools for performing fabrication, maintenance, and installation procedures accurately and without causing collateral damage.
Recommended Prerequisites
Basic Reading Comprehension, Basic Computer Skills, Basic Internet Browsing Skills
What You’ll Learn
Course Module Listing
Overview
Pre-Course Survey
Course Introduction
General Purpose Hand Tools
Module Introduction
Hammers and Screwdrivers
Pliers, Punches, and Wrenches
Module Summary
Module Assessment
Metal Cutting Tools
Module Introduction
Metal Cutting Hand Tools
Metal Shaping Tools
Drills
Hole and Bolt Preparation Tools
Module Summary
Module Assessment
Layout and Measuring Tools
Module Introduction
Measuring and Marking Tools
Calipers and Micrometers
Module Summary
Module Assessment
Review
Exam
Post-Course Survey