OverviewAbout this course
Get a flying start in your aircraft maintenance and finishing career by honing your skills in our industry-standard facilities. Be prepared to apply protective and decorative coatings to aircraft and join the prestigious global aviation industry.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Prepare the surfaces of aircraft and its components for the application of surface finishes
Apply paint, specialist finishes, decals and stencils
Apply aircraft registration markings, national markings and company brand logos
Supervise aircraft surface finishing techniques
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
The skills to pursue a career in aviation surface finishing
A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
Ability to work in general aviation, private jet, airline or military aircraft maintenance environments
Experience maintaining, applying and updating the critical protective and aesthetic surface finishes on aircraft
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Be employed as an apprentice in industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer
Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application and submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application
Note
This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship. Enquire today to discuss your eligibility.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Depending on your work location, you may require an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card) to access restricted areas on an airfield.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 level
A genuine interest in the aviation industry and supervising teams
An interest in the removal and installation, preparation and finishing of aircraft and aircraft components including logos or markings
Comfort working at heights
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: aircraft surface finisher, assistant aircraft surface finisher, aircraft painter, aircraft surface finishing supervisor.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study1 Course
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study1 Course
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Aircraft Surface Finishing qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 21 units of competency, including 17 core and 4 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
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Apply air dry and polyurethane refinishing materialsAURVTP112
Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specificationsMEA107
Conduct self in the aviation maintenance environmentMEA118
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