Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service)
Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service)
AVI30416
AZS3
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/03/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification provides individuals with technical and non-technical aviation skills to operate effectively in a broad range of ground operations and service roles.
Individuals working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy and judgement and to take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states and territories. Compliance with these requirements may be required nationally and/or in various jurisdictions.
Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Occupations may include:
Baggage Operations
Customer Service Operations
Flight Dispatch Operations
Ground Operations
Ramp Operations.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of twenty one (21) units of competency comprising:- nine (9) core units listed below plus
-twelve (12) general elective units from the general elective units listed below. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
The following imported unit has a prerequisite unit:
SITTTSL312 Construct advanced international airfares.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVX44 | AVIF0001 | Apply aircraft safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP92 | AVIF0012 | Apply aviation work health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVI86 | TLIJ3002 | Apply quality systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWP54 | AVIJ2001 | Contribute to the achievement of on-time performance standards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP89 | AVIF2010 | Implement regulations and policies during aviation safety and service operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWO75 | AVIZ2050 | Maintain security awareness and vigilance in an aviation workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWM40 | TLIE3004 | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWL47 | TLIO3007 | Undertake emergency response action to a security threat | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP75 | AVIG2002 | Work effectively in the aviation industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. General Elective Units
Twelve (12) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S628 | AVI30408 | Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BET4 | AVI30319 | Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.