AVM 231 - Engine Principles, Monitoring and Inspection

1. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of reciprocating engine theory
2. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of turbine engine theory
3. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of engine instrumentation
4. Demonstrate proficient knowledge of engine inspection procedures

1. Theory and Construction of Powerplants:  Types and Terms
   1. Reciprocating
   2. Turbo jet
   3. Turbo props
   4. Fan Jet
   5. Pulse jet
   6. Ram jet
   7. Rocket
2. Requirements
   1. Power and weight
   2. Fuel economy
   3. Durability and reliability
   4. Operating flexibility
   5. Compactness
   6. Power plant selection
3. Types of Engines
   1. Inline engines
   2. Opposed, O type engines
   3. V-type engines
   4. Radial engines
4. Reciprocating Engine Design and Construction
   1. Basic reciprocating part 
   2. Crank case sections
   3. Crank shafts
   4. Connecting rods
   5. Pistons and pins, rings
   6. Cylinders and valve train
   7. Bearings
   8. Accessory case
   9. Numbering of cylinders
   10. Firing order
5. Radial Engine Design and Construction
   1. Nose section
   2. Power section
   3. Diffuser section
   4. Accessory section
   5. Numbering of cylinders
   6. Firing order
6. Reciprocating Engine Operating Principles
   1. Otto cycle
   2. Two stroke cycle
   3. Four stroke cycle
7. Engine Power and Efficiencies
   1. Work
   2. Horsepower
   3. Piston displacement
   4. Compression ratio
   5. Indicated horsepower
   6. Brake horsepower
   7. Friction horsepower
   8. Thrust horsepower
   9. Thermal efficiency
   10. Mechanical efficiency
   11. Volumetric efficiency
   12. Propulsive efficiency
8. Turbine Engine Construction
   1. Air inlet
   2. Compressor section
      1. Centrifugal flow
      2. Axial flow
   3. Diffuser section
   4. Combustion
      1. Annular
      2. Can
      3. Can-annular
   5. Turbine section
   6. Exhaust section
   7. Accessory section
9. Turbine Engine Sub-Assemblies
   1. Single spools
   2. Split spools and exhaust systems
   3. Cowlings
   4. Turbo fans
10. Turbo Prop Engines
    1. Power section
    2. Gear section
    3. Torque section
    4. Accessory section
11. Turbine Engine Operation Principles
    1. Thrust
       1. Force
       2. Mass
       3. Acceleration
    2. Newton Laws
    3. Brayton pressure cycle
    4. Thermal efficiency
12. Engine Instrumentation
    1. Carburetor air temperature gage
    2. Fuel pressure
    3. Fuel flowmeter
    4. Manifold pressure
    5. Oil temperature
    6. Oil pressure
    7. Tachometer
    8. Cylinder head temperature
    9. Torque meter
    10. Suction
    11. Range markings
        1. Red
        2. Yellow
        3. Blue
        4. Green
        5. White
13. Instrument Principles of Operation
    1. Mechanical temperature indicators
    2. Electrical temperature indicators
    3. Mechanical pressure indicators
    4. Electrical pressure indicators
    5. Mechanical RPM indicators
    6. Electrical RPM indicators
    7. Mechanical fluid rate of low indicators
    8. Electrical fluid rate of flow indicators
14. Maintenance of Instruments and Systems
    1. Performing maintenance on instruments
    2. Servicing of instruments
    3. Inspection, check of instruments
    4. Troubleshooting instrument systems
    5. Repairs of instrument systems
15. Engine Inspection Requirements
    1. Inspection regulations
       1. FAR Part 21
       2. FAR Part 33
       3. FAR Part 39
       4. FAR Part 43
       5. FAR Part 91
    2. Manufacturers inspection instructions
       1. Maintenance manual
       2. Service manual
       3. Service bulletins