AERO 214 - Introduction to Aircraft Structures

Course Description:
This course introduces the broad aspects of aircraft assembly, from descriptions of the woods, fabric coverings and metals used in aircraft structure to an overview of nondestructive testing (NDT) methods used in industry and the impact of corrosion on aircraft. Students will interpret technical material from manuals and service bulletins for specific tasks and explore a variety of aircraft drawings, interpreting the technical information and using a production drawing to identifying material requirements.

3 Credits