This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification applies to employees of Civil Aviation Maintenance Organisations (AMOs) or to members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) who are engaged in the repair and modification of aircraft structures. The qualification is suitable for delivery as an apprenticeship and may apply to work performed in hangars on the structure of complete aircraft and to work performed in workshops on structural components.
The training pathways provide for work on both metal and composite structures. In some cases, primarily in the General Aviation sector, individuals may be also required to work on aircraft with wooden structures and/or fabric coverings. The applicable competencies are covered in the units MEA357 Inspect, test and repair aircraft fabric surfaces, MEA358 Re-cover aircraft fabric surfaces and MEA359 Inspect and repair aircraft wooden structures.
The qualification consists of:
- common and imported units that apply to all Aeroskills specialist streams at AQF Certificate III and IV levels
- mandatory structures technical stream units
- elective mechanical technical stream units that provide a degree of multi-skilling where needed to meet workplace requirements
- elective structures technical stream and imported units required to meet workplace needs.
This qualification applies to workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). Any regulatory/licensing requirements associated with any MEA units of competency must be met.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This apprenticeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Through apprenticeship:
4 years
- Through apprenticeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Apply quality standards during aviation maintenance activities | Core |
| Apply work health and safety practices in aviation maintenance | Core |
| Complete aviation maintenance industry documentation | Core |
| Conduct self in the aviation maintenance environment | Core |
| Fabricate advanced structural components for aircraft | Core |
| Fabricate and repair aircraft mechanical components or component parts | Core |
| Fabricate basic structural components for aircraft | Core |
| Inspect aircraft structures | Core |
| Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and specifications | Core |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core |
| Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and fundamentals in aviation maintenance | Core |
| Perform major disassembly and reassembly on aircraft structure | Core |
| Plan and organise aviation maintenance work activities | Core |
| Repair and modify aircraft metal structure | Core |
| Carry out heat treatment | Elective |
| Maintain aircraft structure and components | Elective |
| Marshal aircraft | Elective |
| Modify and repair aircraft composite materials structures and components | Elective |
| Modify and repair aircraft composite structure using cold bonding | Elective |
| Perform bolted repairs to composite skins | Elective |
| Remove and install aircraft fixed wing flight control system components | Elective |
| Remove and install aircraft hydro-mechanical and landing gear system components | Elective |
| Remove and install aircraft pneumatic system components | Elective |
| Remove and install non-pressurised aircraft structural and non-structural components | Elective |
| Remove and install pressurised aircraft structural and non-structural components | Elective |
| Remove and install rotary wing rotor and flight control system components | Elective |
| Remove surface coatings from aircraft or aircraft components | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)
ANZSCO 323113
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (Structures) inspect, dismantle and reassemble aircraft structures, and repair and replace components of aircraft frames.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures)
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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Aviation Australia (RTO code 30770)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
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Sigma Aerospace College Pty Ltd (RTO code 40713)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
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Aerospace Training Services (RTO code 6738)
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BAE Systems Australia Ltd (RTO code 91134)
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE (RTO code 0442)
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TAFE NSW (RTO code 90003)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.