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Certificate IV in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Flight Operations)
Certificate IV in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Flight Operations)
TDA40203
W154
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 27/02/2003 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WS73 | Pilot |
| WS74 | Helicopter Pilot |
| WS75 | Senior Cabin Crew |
1.
Requirements for completion of the Qualification:
A successful assessment outcome for a total of at least 28 units aligned with this qualification consistent with the Aviation Training Package Assessment Guidelines (see note below). The package of units must comprise:
(a) at least 8 units aligned at AQF 4 (see note below), made up of:
- at least 5 units from those listed below (aligned at AQF 4); and
- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF 4) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate IV qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages; and
(b) at least 3 units aligned at AQF 3 or above, made up of:
- at least 1 units from those listed for the Certificate III in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Flight Operations) (aligned at AQF 3); and
- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF 3) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate III qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages; and
(c) at least 3 units aligned at AQF 2 or above, made up of:
- at least 1 unit from those listed for the Certificate II in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Flight Operations) (aligned at AQF 2); and
- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF 2) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate II qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages; and
(d) 7 units aligned at AQF 1, made up of:
- at least 5 units from those listed for the Certificate I in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Foundation Skills) (aligned at AQF 1); and
- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF 1) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate I qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages.
ELECTIVES: Communications and Calculations
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1948 | TDAE103A | Maintain aircraft radio communications | 20 | Unit of competency |
2.
ELECTIVES: Occupational Health and Safety
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1953 | TDAF103A | Manage human factors in aircraft flight | 20 | Unit of competency |
3.
ELECTIVES: Teamwork
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2588 | TDTG698B | Facilitate work teams | 50 | Unit of competency |
4.
ELECTIVES: Navigation
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1961 | TDAH103A | Navigate aircraft | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W1960 | Navigate aircraft (Part 1 of 2 TDAH103A) | 90 | Module |
5.
ELECTIVES: Customer Service
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2260 | TDTI197C | Coordinate quality customer service | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1965 | TDAI1203A | Manage aircraft passengers and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2264 | TDTI598B | Market services and products to clients | 40 | Unit of competency |
6.
ELECTIVES: Resource Management
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2563 | TDTL597C | Apply conflict/grievance resolution strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2566 | TDTL998B | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W1979 | TDAL303A | Plan an aircraft load | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2543 | TDTL3301A | Promote effective workplace practice | 20 | Unit of competency |
7.
ELECTIVES: Training
Note: BSZ406A Plan a Series of Training Sessions, BSZ407A Deliver Training Sessions and BSZ408A Review Training count as one unit only.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0090 | BSZ407A | Deliver training sessions | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C0089 | BSZ406A | Plan a series of training sessions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0091 | BSZ408A | Review training | 15 | Unit of competency |
8.
ELECTIVES: Assessment
Note: BSZ401A Plan Assessment, BSZ402A Conduct Assessment and BSZ403A Review Assessment count as one unit only.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0085 | BSZ402A | Conduct assessment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0084 | BSZ401A | Plan assessment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0086 | BSZ403A | Review assessment | 5 | Unit of competency |
9.
ELECTIVES: Business Planning
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2201 | TDTP197B | Develop plans to meet customer and organisation needs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2202 | TDTP297B | Facilitate and capitalise on change in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2205 | TDTP598B | Manage workplace information | 60 | Unit of competency |
10.
ELECTIVES: Environment
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2294 | TDTU101A | Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
11.
ELECTIVE: Carrying-out Operations on Equipment and Systems
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1983 | TDAW103A | Manage pre- and post-flight actions | 40 | Unit of competency |
12.
ELECTIVES: Control Aircraft and Traffic Management
13.
ELECTIVES: Situation Awareness
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2013 | TDAZ103A | Manage situation awareness in aircraft flight | 40 | Unit of competency |
14.
For trainees preparing for a CASA Day VFR Commercial Aeroplane Pilot's License, the units listed below must be included within the set of 28 selected units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| M055 | 50748 | Certificate II in Aeronautics | Accredited course |
| 4640 | 4550 | Certificate IV in Aeronautics | Accredited course |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the METS CSSN on 7/12/04.
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