Module Descriptors
RAF GENERIC B
MECH40330
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 4
45 credits
Contact
Leader: Peter Barnes
Email: P.Barnes@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 240
Independent Study Hours: 210
Total Learning Hours: 450
Assessment
  • COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
55 Sqn Library
RAF Intranet resources
Training videos
RAF supplied physical resources including simulators, Domnie Navigation Trainers or equivalent
Module Texts
Texts and service publications as recommended.
Module Learning Strategies
The module will be delivered through classroom lectures, practical demonstrations and exercises in application including a significant element of practical flying.
Module Additional Assessment Details
The module will be assessed by the RAF by means of a series of summative tests of each of the discrete elements, to include at least 2 x 8hr flying/simulator exercises.
A Portfolio containing verified evidence of completion of Generic training assessments, typically test results and reports. 100% (All Learning Outcomes)

Module Indicative Content
The content of this module will be delivered and assessed within the NCA Generic training phase and will include:-
The primary roles of the following weapon systems operator branches: crewman fixed wing, crewman rotary wing, air engineer, electronic warfare, linguist, and.
Practical flight planning and operations
Crew Resource Management
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Only available to NCA undergoing Generic Training