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    National code: MEA41322

    Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures)

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Follow your passion for aviation and expand your technical knowledge with this hands-on course. Use your specialised skills as an aircraft maintenance engineer and help maintain the strength of Australia’s aviation industry.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Repair and modify aircraft structures

    • Test, repair and recover aircraft structures

    • Inspect and repair wooden structures

    • Plan and implement WHS standards

    • Work in aircraft structural maintenance workshops

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Experience working on real fixed and rotary-wing aircraft

    • Knowledge to become recognised as an aircraft maintenance engineer

    • A strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    Apprenticeship

    • Be employed as an apprentice in the industry

    • Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application

    Non-apprenticeship

    • Non-apprenticeship pathways for trade-related qualifications allow you to have your industry skills assessed through recognition of prior learning (RPL) and undertake gap training to gain a trade qualification. To take this course as a non-apprenticeship, you must:

    • Be at least 21 years of age, as evidenced by photo identification

    • Have at least 2 years of work experience in this occupation or trade, as evidenced by employee records such as your resume and/or letters from your employers

    • Be currently employed in the relevant industry, as evidenced by a letter from your employer

    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 aircraft maintenance

    • Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination

    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 mechanical engineer (AME) specialising in structures.

    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 study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) does not have any related courses.

    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 Aeroskills (Structures) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 19 units of competency, including 14 core and 5 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.

    • Fabricate and repair aircraft mechanical components or component partsMEAMEC0024

    • Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activitiesMEA155

    • Conduct self in the aviation maintenance environmentMEA118

    • Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenanceMEA158

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    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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