What is the purpose of a Training Needs Analysis (TNA)?
The purpose of the Training Needs Analysis (TNA) is to justify the duration of the theoretical element of the type training, in fact the TNA is the main driver to determine the duration of the theoretical element of the type training. (Regardless of whether it is above or below the minimum duration contained in Appendix III to Part 66)
The TNA should include an analysis identifying all the areas and elements where there is a need for training as well as the associated learning objectives, considering the design philosophy of the aircraft type, the operational environment, the type of operations and the operational experience. This analysis should be written in a manner which provides a reasonable understanding of which areas and elements constitute the course in order to meet the learning objectives.
Elements Involved in the TNA Process
– Define the course characteristics to include the aircraft configuration including Mods STC’s’;
– Consider the Category & Level (B1, B2 or B1/2) and (level 1, 2 or 3);
– Course length Full / Differences or Special;
– Create Syllabus detailed to the appropriate depth for the learning objectives) taking into account the above characteristics determine if additional content is required (even if not currently required by the regulation);
– Ensure for Level 3 training sufficient detail should be referenced to ATA reference;
– Define the duration of course elements to correspond to descriptions for each applicable subject / chapter.
Who Should Conduct the TNA?
The person doing the TNA should have a:
Detailed knowledge concerning the content use and purpose of the following documents the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, MRB report, CMRs, airworthiness limitations, Troubleshooting Manual, Structural Repair Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalogue, Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins. (This list is non-exclusive);
The ability to interpret the above information in a way which will enable the identification of the areas and elements where there is a need for a particular focus to be included during the assembly of the course material;
The person conducting the TNA should have a strong general background understanding of aviation system integration as well as a specific understanding concerning the particular aircraft type, applicable systems, maintenance needs and operational experience;
The corresponding Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICAW) and other maintenance documentation available should be understood fully in the context of the applicable aircraft;
A detailed understanding of the learning objectives (what is expected to be achieved by the student taking into account the content and level of training defined for each licence category in Appendix III;
The ability to be able to determine the appropriate coverage of typical tasks (removal/installation, testing, servicing, inspection, troubleshooting, etc) and to incorporate within the training material;
A detailed understanding regarding the optimum sequence of learning as well as the various Instructional methods;
Safety critical tasks should be a prime consideration when doing a TNA, as well as any intrinsic vulnerability of the aircraft.
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