Aircraft Technician - Weight and Balance

Weight and Balance (AMTG 1121)

Total Credits: 2
Lecture Credits: 1.00
Lab Credits: 1.00

Description: In this course, you will learn to weigh an aircraft, calculate empty weight, and perform Empty Weight Center of Gravity calculations and record-keeping.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Weigh an aircraft and determine the following items: empty weight, empty weight C/G, best weighing points and datum
2. 2. Complete aircraft weighing maintenance records
3. 3. Make the necessary changes to the weight and balance data resulting from an alteration to an aircraft
4. 4. Determine ballast if needed

Prerequisites: 

Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.