The Boeing 737-300/400/500 General Familiarisation Course with CFM56 Powerplants meets ATA 104 Specification Level I: General Familiarisation. It provides a brief overview of the airframe, systems, and powerplant, as outlined in the Systems Description Section of the Aircraft Maintenance Manual. The course also complies with EASA’s knowledge LEVEL 1 definition as contained in Regulation EU No. 1321/2014, Part 66, Appendix III Basic Knowledge Requirements.

Students will familiarise themselves with the principal elements of the aircraft, covering objectives such as:

• Gaining an understanding of the basic elements of the subject.
• Giving a simple description of the subject using common terms and examples.
• Becoming familiar with typical terms used in aircraft maintenance.

This self-study course takes approximately 40 hours to complete. Students must pass a quiz at the end of each ATA chapter before progressing. Upon successful completion, a certificate is awarded.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Identify safety precautions related to the airframe, its systems, and powerplant.
• Recognise maintenance practices important to the airframe, its systems, and powerplant.
• Define the general layout of the aircraft’s major systems.
• Understand the general layout and characteristics of the powerplant.
• Identify special tooling and test equipment used with the aircraft.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

The course is compatible with PCs, laptops, tablets, and smartphones (Android/iPhone). An internet connection is required.

STUDY TIME:

The estimated time for course completion is approximately 40 hours. Students have 6 months to complete the course and can stop and restart at any point. After completion, there will be an additional 90 days to review the content.

SUPPORT:

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WHY USE OUR GENERAL FAMILIARISATION COURSES?

Our online Boeing 737-300/400/500 General Familiarisation Course with CFM56 Powerplants provides a convenient, flexible solution for training engineers and support staff. It offers in-depth aircraft type knowledge with the benefit of distance learning, ensuring you receive comprehensive training on key systems and practices.

WHY TRUST US WITH YOUR TRAINING?

Our course is designed and produced by EASA and UK CAA B1/B2 Engineers, Type Instructors, and Part 147 Training Managers. Each course covers all relevant ATA chapters, ensuring high-quality and accurate training.

DETAILED COURSE SYLLABUS:

The course covers the following ATA chapters at approximately Part 66 Level 1:

• ATA 00–12: Lifting and Shoring, Levelling and Weighing, Towing and Taxiing, Parking Mooring, Servicing.
• ATA 22: Auto Flight – Flight Management System, Built-In Test Equipment, Digital Flight Control System, Yaw Damper, Autothrottle System.
• ATA 23: Communications – HF/VHF Systems, ACARS, SELCAL, Passenger Address, Cabin Entertainment, Video Systems, Interphone.
• ATA 24: Electrical Power – AC/DC Generation, Standby Power, External Power, Load Distribution.
• ATA 25: Equipment/Furnishings – Cabin Accommodations, Lavatories, Galleys, Cargo Compartments.
• ATA 26: Fire Protection – Engine, APU, Cargo, and Lavatory Fire Detection and Extinguishing Systems.
• ATA 27: Flight Controls – Aileron, Rudder, Elevator, Spoilers, Speedbrakes, Flaps, Slats.
• ATA 28: Fuel – Tanks, Fuel Feed, Refueling, Defueling, Indicating Systems.
• ATA 29: Hydraulic Power – Systems A/B, Standby System, Power Transfer Unit.
• ATA 30: Ice and Rain Protection – Wing and Engine Anti-Ice, Window Heat, Rain Repellent.
• ATA 31: Flight Data Recorder – Clocks, Aural Warning, Engine Instruments.
• ATA 32: Landing Gear – Main and Nose Gear, Retraction, Brakes, Steering.
• ATA 33: Lights – Flight Compartment, Passenger Compartment, Emergency, Exterior Lighting.
• ATA 34: Navigation Systems – Pitot-Static, EFIS, VOR/ILS, TCAS, Weather Radar, GPWS.
• ATA 35: Oxygen Systems – Crew and Passenger Oxygen Systems.
• ATA 36: Pneumatic – Engine Bleed Air, Duct Pressure, Control Systems.
• ATA 36: Water and Waste – Potable Water System, Toilet System, Water Tank Pressurization.
• ATA 49: Auxiliary Power – APU, Fuel, Ignition, Cooling, Bleed Air, Exhaust.
• ATA 52: Doors – Entry, Cargo, Emergency Exits, Door Warning Systems.
• ATA 71: Powerplant – CFM56 Engine, Fuel Control, Ignition, Oil, Exhaust, Starting.