Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
Rationale :
A specialist qualification for the aviation industry. Successful completion will require competency in units that relate to work defined as aligned at AQF Level 5. Qualifications should be structured to align with licensing and regulatory requirements applicable to Instrument Flight Operations.
The self -directed application of knowledge and skills , with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment , services and techniques for self and others . Applications involve participation in the development of strategic initiatives as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others . It may include participation in teams , including those concerned with planning and evaluation functions . Group or team coordination may be involved .
Pathways Information
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skills Summary for
AVI50408 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Flight Operations )
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Aviation Industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.
Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Requirements for completion of the qualification :
A successful assessment outcome for a total of at least 9 units comprising:
- 8 core units listed below
plus
- at least 1 of the elective units listed below.
NB: An optional units list is also provided so as to allow organisations the flexibility to meet specific needs beyond the mandatory 9 units which make up the qualification.
Core Units
Field |
Unit |
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H |
Route Planning and Navigation |
AVIH5016A |
Plan a flight under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) |
AVIH5017A |
Navigate aircraft -IFR |
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W |
Equipment and Systems Operations |
AVIW5018A |
Operate and manage aircraft systems |
Y |
Aircraft Operation and Traffic Management |
AVIY5020A |
Conduct full instrument panel manoeuvres |
AVIY5021A |
Conduct limited instrument panel manoeuvres |
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AVIY5025A |
Perform an instrument arrival |
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AVIY5027A |
Perform instrument departure - non published procedure |
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AVIY5033A |
Perform visual circling approach |
Elective Units
Field |
Unit |
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Y |
Aircraft Operation and Traffic Management |
AVIY5034A |
Perform non-directional beacon (NDB) instrument approach |
AVIY5035A |
Perform VHF omni-directional radio range (VOR) instrument approach |
Optional Units
Field |
Unit |
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Y |
Aircraft Operation and Traffic Management |
AVIY5023A |
Operate multi-engine fixed wing aeroplane |
AVIY5026A |
Perform standard arrival route (STAR) |
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AVIY5028A |
Perform instrument departure - published procedure (SIDSRD) |
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AVIY5036A |
Perform instrument landing system (ILS) instrument approach |
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AVIY5037A |
Perform distance measuring equipment (DME)/global positioning system arrival |
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AVIY5038A |
Perform global positioning system (GPS)/non-precision approach (NPA) |
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AVIY5065A |
Operate a multi-engine helicopter |