Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Simulator Maintenance
Certificate IV in Simulator Maintenance
DEF40520
BGO3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/02/2021 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification has been designed to provide a package of broad and flexible competencies reflecting the workplace responsibilities to trouble-shoot, repair and maintain electronic and mechanical components of simulators used in training (for example pilot training). Skills involve the use of specialized tools, test equipment, built-in diagnostic equipment and technical data to isolate and locate faulty components or system malfunctions.
It qualifies individuals who apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in varied contexts to undertake skilled work in simulator maintenance.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units of competency are required for this qualification:- Seven (7) core units
- Seven (7) elective units
- Choose a minimum of five (5) elective units from the list below, of which at least four (4) must be taken from Group A.
- Choose the remaining two (2) elective units from either the list below, or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect the occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level. Seek further advice on selecting imported units of competency in the DEF Implementation Guide.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
Seven (7) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODA15 | DEFSIM016 | Fault find and repair simulator computer systems and peripheral hardware | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODA35 | DEFSIM011 | Fault find and repair simulator control systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODA24 | DEFSIM017 | Fault find and repair simulator image generator and visual display systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODA32 | DEFSIM015 | Fault find and repair simulator power distribution and control systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODA28 | DEFSIM018 | Fault find and repair simulator sound systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODA26 | DEFSIM021 | Operate the simulator for testing purposes | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODA11 | DEFSIM014 | Work effectively with simulator systems | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Specialisation Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A of the elective unit list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B General Elective Units
The remaining three (3) electives can be selected from Group A or Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each occupational options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWY7 | DEF43215 | Certificate IV in Simulator Maintenance | Qualification |