Certificate IV in Aeroskills
(Avionics)
| Course Code: | MEA40607 |
| Department: | Aviation, Engineering and Security |
| Study Area(s): | Aviation and Aeroskills |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (2 years) Part-time day (4 years) Flexible (4 years) |
| Course Fees: | See our course fees section. |
| Please call our Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) to enquire about applying for this course. | |
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Course overview
This course is suitable for people wanting to work as an aviation maintenance technician for aircraft airframe and structures.
Applicants MUST be currently employed as an apprentice.
Course Modules
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MEA101B | Interpret Occupational Health and Safety Practices in Aviation Maintenance | 40 |
| MEA103B | Plan and Organise Aviation Maintenance Work Activities | 20 |
| MEA105B | Apply Quality Standards Applicable to Aviation Maintenance Processes | 20 |
| MEA107B | Interpret and Use Aviation Maintenance Industry Manuals and Specifications | 20 |
| MEA108B | Complete Aviation Maintenance Industry Documentation | 20 |
| MEA109B | Perform Basic Hand Skills, Standard Trade Practices and Fundamentals in Aviation Maintenance | 80 |
| MEA118A | Conduct Self in The Aviation Maintenance Environment | 20 |
| MEA201B | Remove and Install Miscellaneous Aircraft Electrical Hardware/Components | 120 |
| MEA203B | Remove and Install Advanced Aircraft Electrical System Components | 60 |
| MEA205B | Remove and Install Advanced Aircraft Instrument System Components | 40 |
| MEA206B | Remove and Install Aircraft Basic Radio Communication and Navigation System Components | 40 |
| MEA207B | Remove and Install Aircraft Electronic System Components | 40 |
| MEA208B | Remove and Install Aircraft Pressurisation Control System Components | 60 |
| MEA209B | Remove and Install Aircraft Oxygen System Components | 60 |
| MEA210B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Basic Aircraft Electrical Systems and Components | 80 |
| MEA213B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Advanced Aircraft Instrument Systems | 160 |
| MEA214B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Basic Communication and Radio Navigation Systems and Compone | 160 |
| MEA216B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Instrument Landing Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA217B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Fixed Wing Autopilot Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA218B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Rotary Wing Autopilot Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA221B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Secondary Radar Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA222B | Inspect, Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Oxygen Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA223B | Inspect Aircraft Electrical Systems and Components | 40 |
| MEA224B | Inspect Aircraft Instrument Systems and Components | 40 |
| MEA225B | Inspect Fixed Wing Aircraft Automatic Flight Control Systems and Components | 40 |
| MEA226B | Inspect Aircraft Electronic Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA227B | Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Electrical Systems and Components | 120 |
| MEA228B | Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Instrument Systems and Components | 170 |
| MEA229B | Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Radio Frequency Navigation and Communication Systems and Components | 120 |
| MEA230B | Test and Troubleshoot Fixed Wing Aircraft Automatic Flight Control Systems and Components | 60 |
| MEA232B | Test and Troubleshoot Aircraft Pulse Systems and Components | 140 |
| MEA246B | Fabricate and/or Repair Aircraft Electrical Hardware or Parts | 60 |
| MEA252B | Test, Align and Troubleshoot Aircraft Synchro and Servo System Components | 40 |
| MEA258B | Repair or Overhaul Aircraft Audio and Visual Systems and Reproducers | 80 |
| MEA260B | Use Electrical Test Equipment | 20 |
| X1MEA247B | Repair or Overhaul Aircraft Electrical/Electro-Mechanical Components | 120 |
| X1MEA248B | Repair or Overhaul Aircraft Instrument and Display System Components | 100 |
| X1MEA249B | Test, Align and Troubleshoot Analogue Circuitry | 60 |
| X1MEA250B | Test, Align and Troubleshoot Digital Circuitry | 60 |
| XFMEA247B | Repair or Overhaul Aircraft Electrical/Electro-Mechanical Components | 200 |
| XFMEA248B | Repair or Overhaul Aircraft Instrument and Display System Components | 220 |
| XFMEA249B | Test, Align and Troubleshoot Analogue Circuitry | 140 |
| XFMEA250B | Test, Align and Troubleshoot Digital Circuitry | 20 |
What employment opportunities will I have?
On successful completion of the course graduates may seek employment with international and domestic airlines in aircraft production and refurbishment, and corporate and general aviation.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in analysis, design, planning, execution and evaluation across a range of technical and management functions including development of new criteria or applications or knowledge or procedures. You will be able to demonstrate a command of wide-ranging, highly specialised technical, creative or conceptual skills.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
You may be able to continue on to higher level studies, such as a Diploma. On successful completion of this course you may consider further studies in the Diploma of Aeroskills (Mechanical).
Can I apply?
Students must be employed as an apprentice/tradesperson in the designated trade. You may apply if you have satisfactorily completed VCE or an approved equivalent course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. (Mature age is anyone over the age of 18 who has been out of full-time education for more than 12 months).
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course as an apprentice, your employer will register your intention to enrol through a registered AAC (Australian Apprenticeships Centre).
How will I be selected for this course?
You must be currently employed as an apprentice.
How long is the course?
This is a four year course with set on-the-job and off-the-job competencies to be completed.
Where and how can I study?
This course is held at Aerospace Industry Training Centre, Broadmeadows Campus.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the Call Centre on13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books and protective clothing and/or specialised materials.
How will I be assessed?
You will need to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. You may be assessed by a combination of written assignments or tests, oral tests and practical assessments in class, or during a work placement. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. If needed, you will have the chance for reassessment and appeal.
Additional comments
Applicants MUST be currently employed as an apprentice.
What will I study?
There are six common compulsory Core units and 10 technical stream units. Additional units may be required to meet enterprise and/or licensing needs.
