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Interested in a career working in aviation, or working with your hands?

This course provides practical, hands-on training in which students will gain basic knowledge and skills to perform a range of specified maintenance tasks on aircraft, which can lead to future Aeroskills apprenticeships/traineeships.

You will learn things like:

  • Performing basic aircraft maintenance and servicing tasks.

  • Using hand tools, equipment, and maintenance procedures safely.

  • Reading and interpreting aircraft manuals, drawings, and specifications.

  • Applying workplace health and safety and aviation safety procedures.

  • Recording maintenance activities and completing industry documentation accurately.

Does this sound like you?

Are you interested in…

  • Aircraft, aviation, and how planes work?

  • Hands-on practical work using tools and equipment?

  • Fixing problems and paying attention to detail?

  • Working as part of a team in a safety-focused environment?

  • A future career in aviation, engineering, or becoming a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer?

Course Information

Qualification:                        Certificate II in Aircraft Line Maintenance

Qualification Code:             MEA20518

Qualification Outcome:     Full Completion

Delivery Provider (RTO):     Aviation Australia (30770)

Delivery Location:                Essendon Fields

Delivery & Duration:              One day per week for 2 years  **Day / Time to be confirmed

Year Levels:                                  Year 10, Year 11 (for first year)

SWL:                                                   Structured Workplace requirements vary between VET courses and RTOs.  Check with your VET Coordinator

Contribution to Senior Secondary Certificate: Contributes to VCE, VCE VM and VPC in accordance with current VCAA requirements. Speak with                                                        your VET Coordinator for advice specific to your senior pathway.

Transport:                                      Students are responsible for travel to and from the delivery location. Subject to transport funding, SMRVC may provide                                                    transport on certain routes. Check with your VET Coordinator.

Scored Program:                      No

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Units of Competency

COURSE CODE

    MEA107

    MEA117

    MEA119

    MEA154

    MEA155

    MEA156

    MEA157

    MEA158

    MEA264

    MEA265

    MEA295

    MEA344

    MEA418

    MSMENV272

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    MEA345

    MEA346

    MEA347

    MEA348

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CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications

Apply self in the aviation maintenance environment

Perform administrative processes to prepare for certification of civil aircraft A-level line maintenance

Apply work health and safety practices in aviaiton maintenance

Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities

Apply quality standards during aviation maintenance activities

Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation

Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices, and fundamentals in aviation maintenance

Remove and install aircraft electrical/avionic components during line maintenance

Remove and install general aircraft electrical hardware

Use electrical test equipment to perform basic electrical tests on aircraft and components

Remove and install aircraft components

Perform basic repair of aircraft internal fittings during line maintenance

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS MAY INCLUDE:​

Perform scheduled line maintenance activites on gas turbine engine fixed wing aircraft

Perform scheduled line maintenance activies on gas turbine engine rotary wing aircraft

Perform scheduled line maintenance activities on piston engine fixed wing aircraft

Perform scheduled line mainteance activities on piston engine rotary wing aircraft

Australia’s aviation industry is growing, with strong demand for skilled maintenance professionals across commercial aviation, defence, aerospace and general aviation.

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This course provides the foundation for a high-skill, rewarding career in an exciting and dynamic industry.

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Industry Insight

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Career Opportunities & future study pathways:

This qualification offers pathways into diverse aviation industries and roles, including:

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) – maintaining and repairing aircraft systems and components.

  • Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) – after further training, apprenticeship and CASA licensing.

  • Aircraft Line Maintenance Technician – performing scheduled maintenance and inspections on aircraft.

  • Defence Force Aviation Technician – opportunities with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) or defence contractors.

  • Aviation Ground Operations or Technical Support Roles – supporting airline and airport operations.

  • General Engineering or Mechanical Trades – transferable skills are valued across manufacturing and engineering industries.

Future Ready Skills:

Students develop valuable employability skills including:

  • Attention to detail

  • Problem solving

  • Teamwork

  • Communication

  • Safety

  • Technical Skills

  • Organisation

  • Precision

Fees:

VET course and materials costs vary between courses.

Refer to your VET Coordinator.​

How to apply:

All students must apply through their school's VET Coordinator and submit their Expression of Interest by the required dates. Placement is subject to availability and school approval.

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