Aircraft Non-Metallic Structures

Catalog description

This course is an introduction to aircraft structures constructed using composite materials and wood and doped fabric materials. Students will learn the basic core materials, types of material used, and repair procedures. This course will also cover maintenance practices related to windows, doors and interior furnishings. The students will become familiar with inspection and repair techniques of wood structures. Students will also study the types of aircraft fabric covering with a focus on inspection and repair of polyester based covering. The course will also cover the principles of composites aircraft structures.