Modification History
Release 2 - Licensing requirements clarified - equivalenet
Release 1 - New qualification
Description
This qualification applies to individuals who perform aircraft and aircraft component non-destructive testing (NDT), develop NDT techniques and provide training in NDT in accordance with AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing – Qualification and approval of personnel – Aerospace at Level 3. The qualification also meets the regulatory requirements of CASA and the ADF.
The requirement for the awarding of MEA60311 Advanced Diploma of Aviation Non-Destructive Testing is demonstrated competency in listed units of competency under the conditions set out below. It consists of core units and electives chosen from Electives Group A.
Core units include:
- common and technical stream units that relate to the aviation maintenance environment
- technical stream and imported units relating to the NDT work environment
- imported units that specifically cover the competencies required to perform each relevant NDT technique to the standard specified in AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing – Qualification and approval of personnel – Aerospace for Level 2 and 3 personnel
- imported units that cover competencies in the development, delivery and assessment of training.
Electives Group A units consisting of:
- Common units specific to either CASA or ADF regulatory requirements
- Technical stream and imported units that are applicable to various areas of employment in the NDT field at AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing – Qualification and approval of personnel – Aerospace Level 3.
Pathways Information
Individuals who have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills and/or the MEA50511 Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing) will already have a significant number of credits towards this qualification.
The qualification also provides credits towards the MEA60211 Advanced Diploma of Aviation Maintenance Management (Mechanical).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This qualification complies with the requirements of AS 3669-2006 Non-destructive testing – Qualification and approval of personnel – Aerospace at Level 3 and with the airworthiness regulatory requirements of CASA and the ADF.
Entry Requirements
Individuals seeking this qualification must meet one of the following entry criteria:
- MEA50511 Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing)
- Certificate IV in Aeroskills
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence issued by CASA
- Attainment of the following nine (9) Aeroskills units of competency:
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
MEA101B |
Interpret occupational health and safety practices in aviation maintenance |
Nil |
MEA103B |
Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities |
MEA101B, MEA105C, MEA107B, MEA108B |
MEA105C |
Apply quality standards applicable to aviation maintenance processes |
MEA101B, MEA107B |
MEA107B |
Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications |
Nil |
MEA108B |
Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation |
MEA105C |
MEA109B |
Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance |
MEA105C, MEA108B |
MEA340A |
Lay out and set up aircraft systems |
MEA101B, MEA107B, MEA109B |
MEA341A |
Apply basic aircraft design characteristics |
MEA101B, MEA107B, MEA109B |
MEA342A |
Apply basic aircraft power plant design characteristics |
MEA101B, MEA107B, MEA109B |
Employability Skills Summary
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
To be awarded the MEA60311 Advanced Diploma of Aviation Non-Destructive Testing, competency must be demonstrated in thirty eight (38) units.
Core units of competency
Complete the following thirty four (34) core units.
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
MEA116B |
Apply occupational health and safety procedures at supervisor level in aviation maintenance |
Nil |
MEA120B |
Manage an aviation maintenance quality system |
Nil |
MEA133B |
Communicate aviation technical and maintenance management knowledge |
Nil |
MEA134B |
Establish, maintain and evaluate the organisation’s occupational health and safety system |
Nil |
MEA135A |
Use computers in aviation maintenance-related integrated logistic support activities |
Nil |
MEA137A |
Write aviation technical publications |
MEA135A |
MEA138B |
Perform aviation technical publication management activities |
MEA137A |
MEA142B |
Manage self in the aviation maintenance environment |
Nil |
MEA260B |
Use electrical test equipment |
MEA101B, MEA103B, MEA105C, MEA107B, MEA108B, MEA109B |
MEA261C |
Use electronic test equipment |
MEA101B, MEA103B, MEA105C, MEA107B, MEA108B, MEA109B |
MEA349B |
Apply basic scientific principles and techniques in aeronautical engineering situations |
Nil |
MEA350A |
Select and test aeronautical engineering materials |
Nil |
MEA424A |
Evaluate aircraft non-destructive tests |
MEA109B, MEA133B, MEM13013B, MEM16010A, MEM24002B, MEM24004B, MEM24006B, MEM24008B MEM24010B, MEM24012C |
MEM09002B |
Interpret technical drawing |
Nil |
MEM09003B |
Prepare basic engineering drawing |
MEM09002B |
MEM12003B |
Perform precision mechanical measurement |
MEM12023A (see Note 1) |
MEM13013B |
Work safely with ionising radiation |
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MEM15017B |
Use and maintain reference standards |
MEM11011B MEM12003B MEM12004B (see Note 2) MEM12005B MEM12023A (see Note 1) MEM18001C (see Note 1) MEM18002B (see Note 1) |
MEM16010A |
Write reports |
MEM14005A (see Note 4) |
MEM24002B |
Perform penetrant testing |
MEM18001C (see Note 1) MEM24012C |
MEM24004B |
Perform magnetic particle testing |
MEM18001C (see Note 1) MEM24012C |
MEM24006B |
Perform eddy current testing |
MEM18001C (see Note 1) MEM24012C |
MEM24008B |
Perform ultrasonic testing |
MEM18001C (see Note 1) MEM24012C |
MEM24010B |
Perform radiographic testing |
MEM13013B MEM18001C (see Note 1) MEM24012C |
MEM24011B |
Establish non-destructive tests |
MEM13013B MEM16010A (see Note 3) MEM18001C MEM24002B MEM24004B MEM24006B MEM24008B MEM24010B MEM24012C |
MEM24012C |
Apply metallurgy principles |
Nil |
MEM30007A |
Select common engineering materials |
Nil |
MEM30012A |
Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment |
Nil |
MSAENV672B |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability |
Nil |
TAEDEL402A |
Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace |
Nil |
TAEASS401B |
Plan assessment activities and processes |
Nil |
TAEASS402B |
Assess competence |
Nil |
TAEASS403B |
Participate in assessment validation |
Nil |
TAEASS502B |
Design and develop assessment tools |
Nil |
Notes
- MEA109B is equivalent to MEM12023A, 18001C and 18002B
- MEA260B and MEA261C are together equivalent to MEM12004B
- MEA137A is equivalent to MEM16010A
- MEA103B is equivalent to MEM14005A
Elective units Group A
Complete four (4) units chosen in accordance with the unit selection guidelines in column four.
Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
Unit selection guidelines |
MEA112B |
Plan and implement civil aircraft maintenance activities |
All relevant technical units |
mandatory for CASA regulatory system |
MEA113C |
Supervise civil aircraft maintenance activities and manage human resources in the workplace |
All relevant technical units |
mandatory for CASA regulatory system |
MEA123B |
Manage aviation maintenance work environment policy and practices |
Nil |
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MEA140A |
Supervise aviation maintenance teams and perform maintenance quality inspections |
Nil |
Mandatory for ADF regulatory system |
MEM09009C |
Create 2D drawings using computer aided design systems |
MEM09002B MEM16008A |
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MEM15010B |
Perform laboratory procedures |
Nil |
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MEM16002C |
Conduct formal interviews and negotiations |
Nil |
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TAEDES401A |
Design and develop learning programs |
Nil |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.