Course Introduction / Overview
Aircraft maintenance is the technical process that is performed on the aircraft while it remains in line or in base and aircraft are required for maintain and restore their integrity and performance to keep them in good working condition. Absence of or Improper aircraft maintenance and inspections can lead to major issues and could even lead to accidents resulting in colossal financial losses and probably fatalities. Appropriately qualified and suitably trained aircraft maintenance personnel are a prerequisite for ensuring proper maintenance of aircraft.
AACEA’s Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Courses are designed to equip the students with knowledge and skills necessary to perform aircraft maintenance, initially as mechanics or technicians and excel as professionals by subsequently obtaining aircraft type ratings and becoming aircraft maintenance type rated engineers.
The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering B1.1 Conversion Training Course offered by AACEA covers, in conjunction with previously completed B1.2 Basic Training Course, the knowledge and practical training component of Aircraft Maintenance Licence in category B 1.1 – Aeroplane Turbine. The course is conducted with the approval of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL). Students successfully completing the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering B1.1 Conversion Training Course will be awarded a Certificate of Recognition in confirmation of having successfully completed a B1.1– Aeroplane Turbine Basic Training Course, enabling the student to demonstrate basic knowledge requirement at Aircraft Maintenance Licence examinations conducted by the CAASL in the corresponding subject modules.
The Course is delivered in modular format and is intended to provide theoretical and practical exposure in aircraft maintenance in appropriate subject modules in accordance with Appendix I to SLCAIS – 66 : Implementing Standards – Personnel Licensing Requirements – Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
The course, together with previously completed B1.2 Basic Training Course, will be considered as an approved B1.1 Basic Training Course in calculating the experience required for the issue of Aircraft Maintenance Licence in sub-category B1.1 –Aeroplane Turbine. Students following the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering B1.1 Conversion Training Course at AACEA will have to undergo Maintenance Experience Training at any CAASL approved IS-145 Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) maintaining turbine aircraft, required to fulfill the experience requirement for the B1.1 – Aeroplane Turbine Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
Course Content
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering B1.1 Conversion Training Course includes three (03) IS-66 Subject Modules as stipulated in SACAIS – 66 for Category B1.1 – Aeroplane Turbine with full coverage of one (01) Subject Module and partial coverage of two (02) Subject Modules.
- Module 5 – Digital Techniques & Electronic Instrument Systems
- Module 11B – Turbine Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures & Systems
- Module 15 – Gas Turbine Engines (Full Module)
| Training Type | No.of Hours | Covering Modules |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge Training | 1000 hrs | All Subject Modules |
| Practical Training | 1000 hrs | 03, 04, 05, 06, 07A, 08, 11B, 16 and 17A |
| Live Maintenance Training | 300 hrs | Included within the Practical Training |
Other Information
Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) has approved the AACEA as a Maintenance Training Organization (MTO) under the Approval No. CAASL.147.102, authorizing the AACEA to deliver the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering B1.2 Basic Training Course and the B1.1 Conversion Training Course as approved training courses.
The B1.1 Conversion Training Course, in conjunction with the previously completed B1.2 Basic Training Course, fulfills the basic knowledge requirement of Aircraft Maintenance Licence in Category B 1.1 – Aeroplane Turbine.
On completion of the course, successful students shall undergo two years of maintenance experience training at a CAASL approved Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) to fulfil the practical maintenance experience requirement for the issue of B1.1 – Aeroplane Turbine Aircraft Maintenance Licence as given in SLCAIS – 66 : Implementing Standards – Personnel Licensing Requirements – Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
Students have the opportunity to embark in further education and earn an academic degree in the field of aircraft maintenance. AACEA has arrangements in place for students successfully completing the course to join the BSc (Hons) Aircraft Engineering (Top-up) Degree offered by Kingston University, of London, UK, through an Applied Foundation Degree conducted by the Kingston University and achieving the required English Language competency. A similar opportunity is also available to join the BSc (Hons) in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and Management of the University of the Highlands and Islands of Inverness, Scotland, UK.
The Course Management Staff & Teaching Team
BSc Module lecturers with related modules
Director Studies
Wg. Cdr. Lasantha Gunasinghe SLAF (Ret’d)
Manager Quality Assurance
Mr. Dhananjaya Weerasinghe
Course Coordinator
E.M.S. Gunawardhana BEng, MSc, MRAeS
Mr. A M Abeywaradhana – (USP) Ex SLAF Technical Instructor (Specialized in Piston Engines)
- Piston Engines
- Airframes & Systems
- Propellers
- Human Factors
Mr. N G Chandrakeerthi – Ex SLAF Airframe Specialist
- Live Maintenance Training
Mr. I G B Chandrarathna – ABL (B1.1, B1.2, B3) Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Training
- Maintenance Practices
Mr. A R De Silva – Ex SLAF Airframe and NDT Specialist
- Workshop / Aircraft Maintenance Practicals
Mr. B G Mahindasiri – AML (B1.2, B2) Diploma in Radio/ Radar Technology
- Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
- Avionics
Mr. H M Mantriratne – Ex SLAF Technical Instructor (Specialized in Gas Turbine Engines)
- Airframe & Systems
- Materials & Hardware Maintenance Practices
Mr. H N P Samaranayake – ACS, Diploma in General Comp. Programming
- Information Technology
Mr. M D B Silva – AML (B2) Ex SLAF Technical Instructor
- Electrical Engineering Maintenance Practices
Mr. D Weerasinghe – MSc in Aircraft and Aero-engine Maint. (Kiev) LL.B (OUSL), MBA (Colombo), Cert (Level 4) in Assessment & Workplace Training (AUS)
- Air Legislation
Mr. H S P A Wickrama – Ex SLAF Technical Instructor (Specialized in Aircraft Engines)
- Workshop / Aircraft Maintenance Practicals
Mr. C Ferdinandez (USP) – Ex SLAF Technical Instructor (Specialized in Helicopters and Supersonic Aircraft)
- Airframe & Systems
- Aerodynamics
- Helicopters
Mr. E M S Gunawardhana – fdEng Aircraft Eng, BEng (hons) Aircraft Eng (Kingston), MSc Aero Eng (Queen Mary)
- Physics
Mr. W K Lankapura – BTech (Hons) in Manuf. Tech, ND in Production Tech, Adv Dip (C&G)
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Electronics
Mr. U D L P Gunasinghe – BSc (Defence Studies) Aeronautical Eng (KDA) AML (B1.3), Ex SLAF Technical Instructor
- Maintenance Practices
- Airframe & Systems
- Materials & Hardware
Ms. R G B Ranatunga – BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering LJMU, UK
- Engineering Drawing Mathematics
Ms. H M K S Ranasinghe – BSc in Applied Mathematics and Computing, University of Jaffna
- Mathematics
- Physics
Mr. P K Wadanambi – Dip in Mechanical Engineering, Ex SLAF Technical Instructor
- Workshop/ Aircraft Maintenance Practicals
Mr. W M W W Karunaratne – Dip in Engineering (Electrical & Electronics) Dip of Associate Eng (Aero Electrical), Ex SLAF Elect. & Instrument Instructor
- Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
- Avionics
Awarding Body
Asian Aviation Centre,
Colombo,
Sri Lanka
Course Duration
The total duration of the Knowledge Training, covering all three (03) subject modules in the approved B1.1 Aeroplane Turbine Conversion Training Course is 240 hours.
In addition to knowledge training, Practical Training on aircraft maintenance tasks in systems and / or components covering all subject modules will be provided to supplement knowledge training. The total time allocation for Practical Training is 160 hours and at least 30% of the Practical Training will be on Live Maintenance Training (LMT) carried out in an actual maintenance working environment.
The full course consisting of Knowledge and Practical Training will be delivered in four months.
Commencement
February / May / September ( Contact the Information Centre for commencement dates – 0114510303/4, 0773102010 or info@aac.lk
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirement
The entry requirement for entry to the B1.1 Conversion Training Course shall be :
- Successful completion of a B1.2 basic training course approved by the CAASL.
- Any other qualification equivalent to the above.
Fees and Payment Structure
(AAC Engineering Academy students, after B1.2 Basic Training Course)
Fee Structure
Registration Fee – N/A
Induction Course Fee – N/A
Internal Examination Fee – LKR 40,000.00
Course Material Fee – LKR 120,000.00
Library and Laboratory Fee – LKR 50,000.00
Course Fee – LKR 276,000.00
Payment Structure 1
Installment 1 – LKR 243,000.00 (Payable at commencement)
Installment 2 – LKR 243,000.00 (Payable after two months)
Payment Structure 2 (Payable together for B1.2 and B1.1 Courses)
Year 1
1st Year Down Payment – LKR 320,000.00 (At the enrolment)
(Inclusive of Registration Fee, Induction Course Fee, Internal Examination Fee, Course Material Fee, Library and Laboratory Fee and 1st Installment of the Year 1 Course Fee)
2nd – 11th Installments of the Year 1 Course Fee – LKR 50,000.00 each (Monthly after the commencement of the course)
Year 2
2nd Year Down Payment – LKR 270,000.00 (Before commencement of Year 2)
(Inclusive of Internal Examination Fee, Course Material Fee, Library and Laboratory Fee and 1st Installment of the Year 2 Course Fee)
2nd – 11th Installments of the Year 2 Course Fee – LKR 50,000.00 each (Monthly after the commencement of the Year 2 of the course)
Year 2
2nd Year Down Payment – LKR 160,000.00 (Before commencement of Year 3)
(Inclusive of Internal Examination Fee, Course Material Fee, Library and Laboratory Fee and 1st Installment of the Year 3 Course Fee)
2nd Installments of the Year 3 Course Fee – LKR 50,000.00 (Payable 2 months after commencement of the Year 3 of the course)
Note : Payments for Optional Programmes (Additional Training at SLAEB, CGTTI, etc.) will be required before the commencement of such programmes.
(AAC Engineering Academy students, after B1.2 Basic Training Course)
Fee Structure
Registration Fee – N/A
Induction Course Fee – N/A
Course Fee – USD 2,350.00
Payment Structure 1
Installment 1 – USD 1,175.00 (Payable at commencement)
Installment 2 – USD 1,175.00 (Payable after two months)
Note : Payments for Optional Programmes (Additional Training at SLAEB, CGTTI, etc.) will be required before the commencement of such programmes.