Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 4:24 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Certificate III in Aviation (Aerodrome Operations)
Certificate III in Aviation (Aerodrome Operations)
AVI30516
AZS6
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 aerodrome operations 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.
This qualification forms some of the requirements for certification as a Works Safety Officer (WSO) by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as described in Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 139 Aerodromes.
People seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA.
Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Occupations may include:
Aerodrome Reporting Officer
Airport Safety Officer
Airside Operations Officer
Operations Officer
Works Safety Officer.
Note: ‘WSO’ is defined as ‘a person appointed in writing as a Works Safety Officer for the purpose of ensuring the safe conduct of aerodrome works’ (in accordance with CASR).
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of fourteen (14) units of competency comprising:- five (5) core units listed below plus
- nine (9) general elective units from the general elective units listed below. Up to four (4) of the general elective units may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. 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.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ09 | AVIC2001 | Drive on the airside | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AWQ12 | AVIB3005 | Inspect and report on aerodrome serviceability | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWQ11 | AVIB3007 | Inspect and report on obstacle limitation surfaces | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWO76 | AVIZ1005 | Maintain basic situational awareness in an aviation workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP23 | AVIO3001 | Monitor airside access and airside driving | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. General Elective Units
Nine (9) elective units must be completed, with at least five (5)) units selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J722 | AVI30713 | Certificate III in Aviation (Aerodrome Operations) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BER9 | AVI30119 | Certificate III in Aviation (Aerodrome Operations) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships