This course includes competencies from the MEA Aeroskills Training Package that meet the requirements of The VET system for the granting of a Certificate IV Aeroskills (Mechanical) – Aircraft Maintenance (Rotary Wing Piston) Stream.
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Aeroskills Qualifications COURSE NAME
Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) – Aircraft Maintenance (Rotary Wing Piston) Stream
About the Course
Sigma Aerospace College Diploma courses are designed for working aircraft engineers and meet the training and assessment requirements for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.
Training is delivered online via self-paced learning via Sigma’s Learning Management System, via Recognition of Prior Learning with Gap Training & Assessment.
Before You Apply:
This course covers the MEA Aeroskills Training Package units of competency, that should be attained before being classified as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
This course is only suitable for individuals already working in an aircraft maintenance environment, and is not open for individuals on an international student visa.
This course stream includes elective units designed for individuals looking to progress down the Certificate IV Aeroskills (Mechanical – Aircraft Maintenance Rotary Wing Piston Stream-focused pathway.
Other streams for this course can be found here:
TUITION FEES
$4,600
Full course fee, including a non-refundable application fee of $500
Course Duration
42 Weeks
This is the total volume of learning in this course. Candidates able to provide evidence of prior unit completion (Via Statement of Attainment), or who are able to be assessed by Recognition of Prior Learning, will have a reduced duration.
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READ THE FAQCourse Information
See a breakdown of the course, get information on entry criteria, and explore the upcoming delivery dates.
Critical Information & Entry Requirements
Who is this course suitable for?
Currently working aircraft engineers with experience working in a live aircraft maintenance environment.
This training product is designed for currently working aircraft engineers with experience working in a live aircraft maintenance environment (authorised by the relevant aviation regulator to undertake aircraft maintenance).
Learners will have experience and/or qualifications in aircraft maintenance. This experience and/or qualifications may have been obtained in another country and some learners may be located overseas.
Note that learners who are on an Australian student visa will not be enrolled in this course, whether they are based in Australia or reside in an overseas country.
Course Entry Requirements
| Age | Minimum 18 Years |
| Education | Australian High School Year 11 completion with a pass in English and maths; or
Completion of a formal Language literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment tool at ACSF Level 3 |
| Employment | Candidate must be working in an aircraft maintenance environment |
| Computing | Desktop or Laptop computer with webcam and speaker, and modern web browser, PDF viewer, and standards-compatible office suite software
Reliable broadband internet connection An active email address Intermediate computing skills, including knowledge of how to use internet to access information. |
Critical Notes
Please read and acknowledge:
- You must be employed in an aircraft maintenance environment to be eligible to enrol.
- This course is delivered online, as RPL with Gap Training and Assessment
Learners apply for RPL online and are required to provide all relevant evidence via this mode. If an interview is required, this can be conducted via TEAMS or in person. *Gap training and assessment may be conducted online, in a classroom, or at an aircraft maintenance hangar. - Prior to commencement all students are required to review the Student Handbook and the complete set of policies related to your training at sigma.edu.au/policies
- Initial RPL report, career or training advice and guidance will only be released following payment of tuition fees in full.
- You must meet the entry criteria to be eligible to enrol.
- To attain the practical competencies required by this course, you will be expected to upload approved evidence documentation for RPL assessment (a guide to which can be found in the student handbook.)
- You must not be on a student visa; applicants on an Australian student visa are not eligible to enrol.
Course Details
This course includes competencies from the MEA Aeroskills Training Package that meet the requirements of The VET system for the granting of a Certificate IV Aeroskills (Mechanical). It is particularly suited for the Mechanical person working with Rotary/ Piston Engine/ Unpressurised aircraft, outside a component workshop
Some units included in this course require the prior completion of prerequisite units that may be attained by Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) for holders of Australian licences or other approved documentation
AQF Units of Competency Covered
| CODE | NAME | CORE/ELECTIVE | PREREQUISITES | SELECTION RESTRICTIONS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEA107 | Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications | Core | ||
| MEA118 | Conduct self in the aviation maintenance environment | Core | ||
| MEA154 | Apply work health and safety practices in aviation maintenance | Core | ||
| MEA155 | Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities | Core | MEA154 | |
| MEA156 | Apply quality standards during aviation maintenance activities | Core | MEA107, MEA154 | |
| MEA157 | Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation | Core | ||
| MEA158 | Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance | Core | ||
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core | ||
| MEA201* | Remove and install miscellaneous aircraft electrical hardware/components | Elective | MEA107, MEA154, MEA155, MEA156, MEA157, MEA158 | |
| MEA301* | Perform aircraft flight servicing | Elective | MEA107, MEA154, MEA155, MEA156, MEA157, MEA158 | |
| MEA303* | Remove and install aircraft pneumatic system components | Elective | MEA107, MEA154, MEA155, MEA156, MEA157, MEA158 | |
| MEA304* | Remove and install non-pressurised aircraft structural and non-structural components | Elective | MEA398 | Do not take with MEA317 |
| MEA306* | Remove and install engines and engine system components | Elective | MEA398 | |
| MEA308* | Remove and install rotary wing rotor and flight control system components | Elective | MEA398 | |
| MEA309* | Inspect, test and troubleshoot aircraft hydro-mechanical and landing gear systems and components | Elective | MEA398 | Do not take with MEA318 or MEA320 |
| MEA310* | Inspect, test and troubleshoot aircraft pneumatic systems and components | Elective | MEA303 | Do not take with MEA318 or MEA320 |
| MEA313* | Inspect, test and troubleshoot piston engine systems and components | Elective | MEA306 | |
| MEA316* | Inspect, test and troubleshoot rotary wing rotor and control systems and components | Elective | MEA308 | |
| MEA328* | Maintain and/or repair aircraft mechanical components or parts | Elective | MEA398, MEA303 | Do not take with MEAMEC0024 |
| MEA339* | Inspect, repair and maintain aircraft structures | Elective | MEA317 or MEA304 | Do not take with MEASTR0001 or MEASTR0005 |
| MEA398* | Remove and install aircraft hydro-mechanical and landing gear system components | Elective | MEA154 |
*Units marked with an asterisk are elective units which have been selected to articulate most effectively with a B1.4 licence stream.
Entry Criteria
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