Course Overview
This course provides an overview of policies, standards, operational procedures and processes required to effectively maintain airport facilities, systems and infrastructure. Topics will include runway, taxiway and apron, marking and navigation equipment operational safety checks and inspections and mitigation of wildlife incursions using habitat control techniques. A detailed description of processes, methods and technology used by airports to maintain a safe operating environment will be covered.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course the student will be able to:
- Describe the development of a airfield maintenance program based upon the requirements of TP 312E- Aerodrome Standards and Recommended Practices.
- Describe the maintenance tasks and schedules required to maintain the visual aid system.
- Describe how to plan and schedule maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
- Describe how to maintain the paved and unpaved areas of an airport.
- Describe the various terms associated with pavements.
- Describe the methods and products used to repair for runway, taxiway and apron surfaces.
- Describe the requirements to ensure a safe and efficient clearance of snow and ice from airports.
- Describe the type of snow-removal plan required for different weather conditions.
- Describe the use and selection of Airport and Airside Equipment.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2007
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