Class details
Schedule Pace and number of hours.
Variable
Delivery Method of course delivery.
Combination
Duration
Course duration Total time required to complete a course.
4 years
Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.
Next intake
End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.
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Time Commitment
Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
11 hours
Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
1 hours
Fee details
Subsidised Fee This is the subsidised fee for NSW residents that are eligible for any subsidies, this may not include additional materials or uniforms needed for this course.
$5,750
This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.
This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).
Proposed timetable What time classes run
This course is currently scheduled on Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm for 4 years. This timetable will be confirmed by your teacher. Attendance is Block release - updated attendance schedules will be sent each Semester.
Additional information Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
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Knowledge assessments: short answer response, multiple choice, case study
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Practical skills assessments: submission of a workplace logbook
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
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Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 13 7974.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
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A fee applies for most TAFE NSW courses and must be paid when you enrol. The amount you pay depends on the type of course you study, and on your personal circumstances. Please click on the Smart and Skilled link http://www.training.nsw.gov.au/smartandskilled/prices_fees.html to work out what you will pay for this course based on your personal circumstances. Depending on your personal circumstances, you may be eligible for a fee discount or fee exemption. Please contact 13 7974 for further information.
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If you do apply for a VET Student Loan you will need to have your Tax File Number (TFN) handy. If you do not have a TFN you can apply for one through most Australia Post outlets, and obtain a Certificate of Application for a TFN. Once you receive your TFN from the Australian Tax Office (ATO) you must contact your college so they can arrange for you to enter it into your VET Student Loan application.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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You will need to provide the following resources which are retained on completion of study:
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- PPE approximately $100 - $200,
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- Text books approximately $600
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
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To take this course as an apprenticeship, you must be employed as an apprentice in industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer
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Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application
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To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:
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- employed within the Aircraft Maintenance Sector and evidence of any RPL or credit transfer transcripts.
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To successfully complete this course, you will need:
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- to complete all training, assessments and workplace training log.
Units Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Aeroskills (Avionics) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 32 Units of competency , including 8 core and 13 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Perform administrative processes to prepare for certification of civil aircraft maintenance MEA111
Plan and implement civil aircraft maintenance activities MEA112
Supervise civil aircraft maintenance activities and manage human resources in the workplace MEA113
Apply work health and safety procedures at supervisor level in aviation maintenance MEA116
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Course delivery Combination study
Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Padstow
TAFE NSW Padstow is located just a short stroll from Padstow station and is just off the M5 and A6 motorways in Sydney’s south west. Opened in 1981, TAFE NSW Padstow has been providing high quality vocational education and training opportunities to the Canterbury-Bankstown region ever since, preparing students for a wide range of future employment options.
Campus address
Raine Road Padstow 2211
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Padstow Station is 850 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
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Aeroskills Centre, a state centre of excellence for aircraft maintenance training
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Arboriculture
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Award-winning floristry training facility
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Bush regeneration
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Conservation land management
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Horticultural centre of excellence featuring Landscaping and Parks & Nursery courses
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon 9 AM - 5 PM
- Tue 9 AM - 5 PM
- Wed 9 AM - 5 PM
- Thu 9 AM - 5 PM
- Fri 9 AM - 5 PM
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au