Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Aeroskills
Certificate II in Aeroskills
MEA20410
S742
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 15/11/2010 | Current | Approved |
Description
Qualification Notes
This qualification may be of use to employees of aviation maintenance workshops who are required to perform repair and overhaul tasks on a limited range of aircraft electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electro-hydraulic and electro-pneumatic components, or who perform simple repairs on a limited range of structural components.
Units of competency that comprise this qualification are a mix of common units that apply to all technical employment streams covered by the Aeroskills Training Package (core units) and technical stream units that are specific to a technical employment stream (elective units).
The qualification provides significant credits towards higher level Aeroskills Certificates.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded Certificate II in Aeroskills, competency must be demonstrated in one of:- Avionic: 12 units consisting of 8 Core units plus 3 units from Elective Group A and one unit from either Group B or Group C
- Mechanical: 12 units consisting of 8 Core units plus 3 units from Elective Group B and one unit from either of Groups A and C
- Structures: 11 units consisting of 8 Core units plus 2 units from Elective Group C and one unit from either of Groups A and B.
The following table outlines THREE examples of training programs for this qualification. Please refer to the Aeroskills Training Package MEA07 for the full details of available options.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WA90 | Pre-Apprenticeship Aeroskills |
1. Core Units
Eight core units to be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8307 | MEA105B | Apply quality standards applicable to aviation maintenance processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8316 | MEA117A | Apply self in the aviation maintenance environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8309 | MEA108B | Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8308 | MEA107B | Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8305 | MEA101B | Interpret occupational health and safety practices in aviation maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D3655 | MSAENV272B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8310 | MEA109B | Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8306 | MEA103B | Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Specialist Units - Avionic
Avionic: 12 units consisting of 8 Core units plus 3 units from Elective Group A and one
unit from either Group B or Group C.
Only one specialist units group to be chosen in addition to the mandatory core units
to be awarded the certificate II in aeroskills.
Please refer back to the MEA07 Aeroskills Training Package as there are conditions regarding selection of electives/specialist units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8428 | MEA330B | Dismantle, inspect, maintain and assemble aircraft non-primary structural removable components or parts and internal fittings | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8379 | MEA239B | Fabricate aircraft electrical looms and harnesses | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W8378 | MEA238B | Perform routine removal and installation of miscellaneous aircraft electrical hardware/components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8380 | MEA240B | Use electrical test equipment to perform basic electrical tests | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Specialist Units - Mechanical
Mechanical: 12 units consisting of 8 Core units plus 3 units from Elective Group B and
one unit from either of Groups A and C.
Only one specialist units group to be chosen in addition to the mandatory core units to be awarded the certificate II in Aeroskills
Please refer back to the MEA07 Aeroskills Training Package as there are conditions regarding selection of electives/specialist units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8427 | MEA329B | Dismantle, inspect, maintain and assemble aircraft basic hydraulic and pneumatic components or parts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8430 | MEA332B | Dismantle, inspect, maintain and assemble aircraft mechanical components or parts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8428 | MEA330B | Dismantle, inspect, maintain and assemble aircraft non-primary structural removable components or parts and internal fittings | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8455 | MEA407B | Repair/modify aircraft non-primary structural non-metallic components | 60 | Unit of competency |
4. Specialist Units - Structures
Structures: 11 units consisting of 8 Core units plus 2 units from Elective Group C and
one unit from either of Groups A and B.
Only one specialist units group to be chosen in addition to the mandatory core units to be awarded the certificate II in Aeroskills
Please refer back to the MEA07 Aeroskills Training Package as there are conditions regarding selection of electives/specialist units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8378 | MEA238B | Perform routine removal and installation of miscellaneous aircraft electrical hardware/components | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8402 | MEA303B | Remove and install aircraft pneumatic system components | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8455 | MEA407B | Repair/modify aircraft non-primary structural non-metallic components | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8454 | MEA406B | Repair/modify aircraft non-primary structural sheetmetal components | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W487 | MEA20407 | Certificate II in Aeroskills | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D737 | MEA20411 | Certificate II in Aeroskills | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
2. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
3. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from TVET Australia Product Services., Tel: (03) 9832 8188 or Email: enquiries@tvetaustralia.com.au
4. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by Curriculum Services, Dept of Training & Workforce Development on 20/4/2011.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
