Certificate IV in Aeroskills
(Structures)
| Course Code: | MEA40807 |
| Department: | Aviation, Engineering and Security |
| Study Area(s): | Aviation and Aeroskills |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (4 years) Part-time day (4 years) Flexible (4 years) |
| 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
| CORE | ||
| 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 |
| Total hours: | 220 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MEA302B | Remove and Install Aircraft Hydro-Mechanical and Landing Gear System Components | 100 |
| MEA303B | Remove and Install Aircraft Pneumatic System Components | 80 |
| MEA304B | Remove and Install Non-Pressurised Aircraft Structural and Nonstructural Components | 60 |
| MEA305B | Remove and Install Aircraft Fixed Wing Flight Control System Components | 60 |
| MEA308B | Remove and Install Rotary Wing Rotor and Flight Control System Components | 60 |
| MEA317B | Remove and Install Pressurised Aircraft Structural and Non-Structural Components | 80 |
| MEA327B | Fabricate and/or Repair Aircraft Mechanical Components or Parts | 140 |
| MEA401B | Inspect Aircraft Structures | 100 |
| MEA402B | Fabricate Aircraft Structural Components | 200 |
| MEA403B | Repair/Modify Aircraft Structure | 120 |
| MEA404B | Disassemble and Reassemble Aircraft Structure For Major Repair or Modification | 100 |
| MEA405B | Repair/Modify Aircraft Composite Material Structure/Components | 160 |
| MEA408B | Inspect and Repair Aircraft Wooden Structur | 40 |
| MEA409B | Inspect, Test, Repair and Re-Cover Aircraft Fabric Surfaces | 40 |
| MEA410B | Maintain Aircraft Structure/Components | 40 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
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.
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 Aviation Industry Training Centre, Broadmeadows Campus.
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.
