Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing)
Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing)
MEA50518
BDX1
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 31/08/2018 | 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 the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and of the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
The requirement for the awarding of MEA50518 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.
The core and elective units provide for two training pathways to the qualification as follows:
one that provides for Certificate IV qualified aviation tradespersons to progress to the Diploma level NDT qualification (the career path for uniformed ADF personnel and possibly some civilian personnel)
another that provides for progression to Diploma level NDT qualification from direct entry (the career path that may be followed by NDT personnel used by the maintenance organisations other than those operating under the ADF regulatory system).
The qualification also provides credits towards the MEA50418 Diploma of Aviation Maintenance Management (Mechanical), the MEA60218 Advanced Diploma of Aviation Maintenance Management (Mechanical) and the MEA60318 Advanced Diploma of Aviation Non-Destructive Testing.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the MEA50518 Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) competency must be demonstrated in twenty-five (25) to thirty-four (34) units, chosen as described below.Core units of competency
- Individuals who do not have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills must complete nine (9) core preliminary units.
- Individuals who have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills and those who have completed the preliminary units must complete twenty-two (22) core units.
Elective units of competency
Group A - Complete three (3) units chosen in accordance with the unit selection guidelines in column 4.
(PLEASE REFER TO TGA Training.gov.au FOR FULL INFORMATION)
1. Preliminary Core Units
All nine (9) preliminary units must be completed if individuals do NOT have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills.
Please refer to TGA training.gov.au for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUD71 | MEA341 | Apply basic aircraft design characteristics | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AUE99 | MEA342 | Apply basic aircraft power plant design characteristics | 120 | Unit of competency |
| OAD16 | MEA156 | Apply quality standards during aviation maintenance activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAD03 | MEA154 | Apply work health and safety practices in aviation maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAD08 | MEA157 | Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUF71 | MEA107 | Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAD07 | MEA399 | Lay out and set up aircraft systems | 120 | Unit of competency |
| OAC98 | MEA158 | Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAD01 | MEA155 | Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Core Units
Individuals who have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills and those who have completed the preliminary units must complete the following twenty-two (22) core units.
Please refer to TGA training.gov.au for the full details of available options.
3. Group A Elective Units
Three (3) units must be completed.
Please note that there are Unit Selection Guidelines that must be followed when selecting your elective units.
Refer to TGA training.gov.au for the full details of available options.
| 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 |
| AUD82 | MEA112 | Plan and implement civil aircraft maintenance activities | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWY86 | TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUE02 | MEA140 | Supervise aviation maintenance teams and perform maintenance quality inspections | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUE00 | MEA113 | Supervise civil aircraft maintenance activities and manage human resources in the workplace | 80 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVN8 | MEA50515 | Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIB6 | MEA50522 | Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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