This course includes competencies from the MEA Aeroskills Training Package that meet the requirements of The VET system for the granting of a Diploma of Aeroskills (Avionics) – Fixed Wing Stream
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Aeroskills Qualifications COURSE NAME
Diploma of Aeroskills (Avionics) – Fixed Wing 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.
Looking for a licence outcome? Our B2 Fixed Wing packaged course is designed to provide everything you need toward a licence →
Before You Apply:
This course covers the MEA Aeroskills Training Package units of competency, that should be attained before by candidates who wish to progress toward Licencing.
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 Avionics – Fixed Wing pathway.
Other streams for this course can be found here:
TUITION FEES
$5,600
Full course fee, including a non-refundable application fee of $500
Course Duration
45 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.
Our fees are all inclusive. See the Calculation:
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 Diploma of Aeroskills. It is particularly suited for the Avionics person working with Fixed Wing aircraft
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.
N.B. Please note that this course does not lead directly to a Licence Outcome! This is a qualification only (Diploma) and only partially fulfils the requirements of a CASA B2 Licence. For more information, please read the following article regarding the Diploma and CASA Licence.
If you are seeking a CASA B2 licence outcome, please visit the course page here (fixed wing) or here (rotary wing).
AQF Units of Competency Covered
| CODE | NAME | CORE/ELECTIVE | PREREQUISITES | SELECTION RESTRICTIONS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEA111 | Perform administrative processes to prepare for the certification of civil aircraft maintenance | Diploma Core | All Group A Electives | |
| MEA112 | Plan and implement civil aircraft maintenance activities | Diploma Core | All Group A Electives | |
| MEA113 | Supervise civil aircraft maintenance activities and manage human resources in the workplace | Diploma Core | All Group A Electives | |
| MEA116 | Apply work health and safety procedures at supervisor level in aviation maintenance | Diploma Core | ||
| MEA142 | Manage self in the aviation maintenance environment | Diploma Core | ||
| MEA235 | Perform advanced troubleshooting in aircraft avionic maintenance | Diploma Core | All Group A Electives | |
| MEA241 | Perform aircraft weight and balance calculations as a result of modifications | Diploma Core | All Group A Electives | |
| MSMENV472 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Diploma Core | ||
| MEA107 | Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA118 | Conduct self in the aviation maintenance environment | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA148 | Apply mathematics and physics in aviation maintenance | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA154 | Apply work health and safety practices in aviation maintenance | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA155 | Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA154 | |
| MEA156 | Apply quality standards during aviation maintenance activities | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA154, MEA107 | |
| MEA157 | Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA158 | Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA201 | Remove and install miscellaneous aircraft electrical hardware/components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA154, MEA155, MEA156, MEA107, MEA157, MEA158 | |
| MEA203 | Remove and install advanced aircraft electrical system components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA201 | |
| MEA206 | Remove and install aircraft basic radio communication and navigation system components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA201 | |
| MEA223 | Inspect aircraft electrical systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA203, MEA246 | |
| MEA224 | Inspect aircraft instrument systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA292, MEA246 | |
| MEA226 | Inspect aircraft electronic systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA293, MEA246 | |
| MEA227 | Test and troubleshoot aircraft electrical systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA223 | |
| MEA228 | Test and troubleshoot aircraft instrument systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA224, MEA226 | |
| MEA229 | Test and troubleshoot aircraft radio frequency navigation and communications systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA226 | |
| MEA232 | Test and troubleshoot aircraft pulse systems and components | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA226, MEA246 | |
| MEA246 | Fabricate and/or repair aircraft electrical hardware or parts | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA201, MEA296 | |
| MEA292 | Remove and install advanced aircraft instrument system components | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA293 | Remove and install aircraft electronic system components | Certificate IV Core Common | ||
| MEA296 | Use electrical test equipment in aviation maintenance activities | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA154, MEA155, MEA156, MEA107, MEA157, MEA158 | |
| MEA301 | Perform aircraft flight servicing | Certificate IV Core Common | MEA154, MEA155, MEA156, MEA107, MEA157, MEA158 | |
| MEA225 | Inspect fixed wing aircraft automatic flight control systems and components | Diploma Group A Electives | MEA293, MEA246 | |
| MEA230 | Test and troubleshoot fixed wing aircraft automatic flight control systems and components | Diploma Group A Electives | MEA225, MEA246 |
Entry Criteria
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