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EXAM OVERVIEW
It includes nine modules with a total of 144 questions. Candidates are allowed a maximum of 36 incorrect answers to pass the exam.
Format: Online, proctored exam
Duration: 1.5 hours
Passing Score: 75% (108/144 correct answers)
The exam assesses candidates on three dimensions of knowledge:
Factual (What): Understanding key concepts and definitions.
Conceptual (Why): Recognizing the importance and reasoning behind practices.
Procedural (How): Applying methods to real-world scenarios
Exam standards
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1.1. Define key principles of aerospace structural design and load analysis.
1.2. Explain structural failure modes, including fatigue, creep, and stress fractures.
1.3. Identify primary and secondary aerospace structural components. -
2.1. Describe FEA principles for stress, strain, and thermal analysis.
2.2. Explain the role of computational modeling in aerospace structural validation.
2.3. Identify best practices for verifying and interpreting FEA results. -
3.1. Identify aerospace-grade metals, composites, and advanced polymers.
3.2. Explain material selection criteria based on weight, strength, and environmental factors.
3.3. Describe advancements in high-temperature and lightweight aerospace materials. -
4.1. Define static, dynamic, and impact load testing methodologies.
4.2. Explain the role of wind tunnel and flight load testing in aerospace structures.
4.3. Identify nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques for structural evaluation. -
5.1. Explain composite layup processes, curing, and bonding techniques.
5.2. Describe the advantages and challenges of using carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP).
5.3. Identify quality control methods for aerospace composite fabrication. -
6.1. Describe FAA, EASA, and MIL-STD certification requirements for aerospace structures.
6.2. Explain durability and damage tolerance analysis for aerospace compliance.
6.3. Identify airworthiness considerations for new aircraft and spacecraft designs. -
7.1. Explain battle damage assessment and repair (BDAR) for military aircraft.
7.2. Identify corrosion prevention and mitigation techniques for aerospace materials.
7.3. Describe structural repair methodologies for composite and metallic airframes. -
8.1. Define heat shield and thermal barrier coating requirements for hypersonic vehicles.
8.2. Explain structural challenges in supersonic and re-entry vehicle designs.
8.3. Identify high-temperature aerospace materials for extreme environments. -
9.1. Describe additive manufacturing (3D printing) applications in aerospace structures.
9.2. Explain bio-inspired and morphing structure concepts for adaptive flight.
9.3. Identify advancements in smart materials and self-healing composites.
