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Apply self in the aviation maintenance environment

Apply self in the aviation maintenance environment

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA117
State Code
AUF52
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/02/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency requires application of skills and knowledge relating to ethical behaviour, effective work performance and skills development relating to all aspects of aircraft and aircraft component maintenance during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.The unit is part of all Certificate II training pathways. It covers the competencies required to work ethically and effectively in the maintenance of aircraft and aircraft components at Certificate II level while contributing to the development of the individual’s own capabilities.The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage self
  • 1.1 Responsibility for own workload is accepted
  • 1.2 Work is undertaken individually or as a team member to complete maintenance tasks in a timely manner and in accordance with enterprise procedures and requirements
  • 1.3 Initiative is exercised in liaison with colleagues in identifying and analysing alternative approaches to resolving workplace issues and problems
  • 1.4 Performance feedback from others is used to improve work performance
  • 1.5 Organisational structure, career paths and eligibility criteria are identified
  • 1.6 Awareness is maintained of the effects of fatigue, drugs and alcohol on performance
2. Work effectively with others
  • 2.1 Effective communication skills are applied in oral and written form, including email
  • 2.2 Others are dealt with ethically and principles of diversity applied
  • 2.3 The trust and confidence of others is developed and maintained at all levels of the organisation
3. Participate in the process of change and innovation
  • 3.1 Work is undertaken with others to implement change in the workplace
  • 3.2 Opportunities for product and service enhancement are identified and proposed to supervisors
4. Contribute to development of own skills
  • 4.1 Units of competency relevant to current employment are identified and applied
  • 4.2 Units of competency required for desired career path progression are identified and action is initiated through enterprise procedures to facilitate their attainment
  • 4.3 New ideas and techniques are accepted and time and effort invested in learning new skills
  • 4.4 Performance feedback is used to identify and develop ways to improve competence
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8316 MEA117A Apply self in the aviation maintenance environment Unit of competency