Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing)
Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing)
MEA50511
D754
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 23/08/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to individuals who perform non-destructive testing (NDT) on aircraft and aircraft components in accordance with AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing - Qualification and approval of personnel - Aerospace at Level 2 and in compliance with the regulatory requirements of CASA and the ADF.
The requirement for the awarding of MEA50511 Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) is demonstrated competency in listed units of competency under the conditions set out below. It consists of Core units plus applicable units from Electives Group A.
Core units are as follows:
Preliminary common and technical stream units for individuals who do not have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills
Mandatory units consisting of:
common and technical stream units that relate to the aviation maintenance environment
technical stream and imported units relating to the NDT work environment
imported units that specifically cover the competencies required to perform each relevant NDT technique to the standard specified in AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing - Qualification and approval of personnel - Aerospace for Level 2 personnel.
Elective Group A units consist of:
Common units specific to either CASA or ADF regulatory requirements
Technical stream and imported units that are applicable to various areas of employment in the NDT field.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSIndividuals seeking this qualification must meet one of the following entry criteria:
- Certificate IV in Aeroskills
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence issued by CASA
- Attainment of the following nine (9) Aeroskills units of competency:
MEA101B, MEA103B, MEA105C, MEA107B, MEA108B, MEA109B, MEA340A, MEA341A and MEA342A
PACKAGING RULES
To be awarded the MEA50511 Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) competency must be demonstrated in twenty seven (27) units, chosen as described below:
- twenty four (24) core units
- three (3) elective units chosen from Group A in accordance with the unit selection guides listed in the qualification outline
Note: Core Units
- MEA109B is equivalent to MEM12023A, MEM18001C and MEM18002B
- MEA260B and MEA261C are together equivalent to MEM12002B and MEM12004B
- MEA103B is equivalent to MEM14005A
1. Core Units
All twenty four (24) units must be completed
Note:
- MEA109B is equivalent to MEM12023A, MEM18001C and MEM18002B
- MEA260B and MEA261C are together equivalent to MEM12002B and MEM12004B
- MEA103B is equivalent to MEM14005A
2. Group A Elective Units
Three (3) untis to be completed from Group A in accordance with the unit selection guidelines.
Please refer to the training package for the selection guidelines.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W5551 | MEM17002B | Conduct workplace assessment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5520 | MEM15010B | Perform laboratory procedures | 72 | Unit of competency |
| W8312 | MEA112B | Plan and implement civil aircraft maintenance activities | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8339 | MEA140A | Supervise aviation maintenance teams and perform maintenance quality inspections | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4377 | MEA113C | Supervise civil aircraft maintenance activities and manage human resources in the workplace | 80 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVN8 | MEA50515 | Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Individuals seeking this qualification must meet one of the following entry criteria:
Certificate IV in Aeroskills
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence issued by CASA
Attainment of the following nine (9) Aeroskills units of competency:
Unit code
Unit title
Prerequisites
MEA101B
Interpret occupational health and safety practices in aviation maintenance
Nil
MEA103B
Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities
MEA101B, MEA105C, MEA107B, MEA108B
MEA105C
Apply quality standards applicable to aviation maintenance processes
MEA101B, MEA107B
MEA107B
Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications
Nil
MEA108B
Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation
MEA105C
MEA109B
Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance
MEA105C, MEA108B
MEA340A
Lay out and set up aircraft systems
MEA101B, MEA107B, MEA109B
MEA341A
Apply basic aircraft design characteristics
MEA101B, MEA107B, MEA109B
MEA342A
Apply basic aircraft power plant design characteristics
MEA101B, MEA107B, MEA109B
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