Parker Systems Training Syllabus

Dash-8 Q400 Flight Controls, Fuel, Hydraulics

Flight Controls, Fuel, & Hydraulic Systems

Training Syllabus
The primary objective of Parkers Dash 8 Series 400 Flight Controls, Fuel, and
Hydraulic Systems training is to provide the customers with the necessary
information on system familiarization, including primary sub-system functions, as
well as, the characteristics of the system components, including normal
maintenance features and fault isolation procedures.
In the training manuals, we include a general description of a particular segment
and/or function within the system, and the associated components. The training
defines its purpose and operational characteristics during both ground and flight
operations. The training includes the systems associated flight deck controls
and displays, the location of each system component on the aircraft, and unique
characteristics and/or function associated with each.
Each individual training module includes the appropriate: detailed figures
showing a cross-sectioned view (cut away) of the component; installation
configuration of all major components; and a system overview of each major
subsystem including schematics, wiring- and functional-diagrams.
The training also includes fault isolation training based on actual on-aircraft
procedures and system fault logic. The training consists of typical examples of
anticipated types of system faults and potential failure modes. These fault
isolation training techniques isolate such faults by tracing the fault from its initial
aircraft fault/alert annunciation, identifying all probable/potential causes, with
associated discriminators, and identify the-most-likely to the-lease-likely cause.

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Parker Systems Training Syllabus

Dash-8 Q400 Flight Controls, Fuel, Hydraulics

Flight Controls Course Outline

General Overview
Elevator Control System
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2.
3.
4.
5.

System Description - Overview

Controls and Indication
Components Description and Operation
Cautions, Warnings, and Fault Isolation
Operational and Functional Tests

Rudder Control System

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

System Description Section

Controls and Indication
Components Description and Operation
Cautions, Warnings, and Fault Isolation
Operational and Functional Tests

Aileron Control System

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

System Description Section

Controls and Indication
Components Description and Operation
Cautions, Warnings, and Fault Isolation
Operational and Functional Tests

Spoiler Control System

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

System Description Section

Controls and Indication
Components Description and Operation
Cautions, Warnings, and Fault Isolation
Operational and Functional Tests

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Parker Systems Training Syllabus

Dash-8 Q400 Flight Controls, Fuel, Hydraulics

Fuel System Course Outline

Introduction
Fuel Storage (Tanks)
1. System Description and Operation
2. Tank Component Description and Operation
Vents System
1. System Description
2. Components Description and Operation
Engine Fuel Feed System
1. System Description
2. Controls and Indication
3. Components Description and Operation
APU Fuel Feed System
1. System Description
2. Components Description and Operation
Fuel Transfer System
1. System Description
2. Controls and Indication
3. Fuel Transfer Shutoff Valve
Refuel/Defuel System
1. System Description
2. Controls and Indication
3. Components Description and Operation
Indicating System
1.
2.
3.
4.

Fuel Quantity Gauging System

System Description
Components Description and Operation
System Faults

Low Level Warning System

1. System Description
2. Float Switch
Fuel Temperature Sensor
Magnetic Dipstick
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Hydraulic System Course Outline

Introduction, General Description, and System Arrangement
System Design Considerations
Fluid, Seals, Tubing and Fittings
Designed Motion Tubes and Electrical Interfaces
System Control
1. Hydraulic System Control Logic
2. SPU Control Logic
3. PTU Control Logic
4. Hydraulic System 3 Isolation Valve Control Logic
5. DCMP Control Logic
6. System 1 and 2 FWSOV Control Logic
System Indication
1. Displayed Data
2. Hydraulic Pressure and Quantity Display
3. Cockpit Alerts and Indications
System Isolation
1. System 1 and 2 Reservoir Level Sensing and System Isolation Control
Features
2. System 1 and 2 Firewall Shutoff Valve
Component Descriptions
Emergency Gear Down Hand pump and Lever Reservoir
Emergency Gear Down Accumulator
System 3
Bootstrap Charging
Performance analysis

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