Aircraft Engineering Knowledge Training Scheme
Aerospace
A course by
NMIT
A flexible, online training scheme designed to support aircraft maintenance engineers in developing aeronautical engineering knowledge for certification and progression towards NZCAA licensing.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Online
It will take a total of 56 weeks
This course requires 23 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Apply aeronautical engineering knowledge to aircraft maintenance certification
Develop the necessary theoretical understanding and practical knowledge to satisfy the requirements for New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (NZCAA) maintenance licensing.
Prepare for and complete the AMEL Aeronautical Engineering Knowledge Exam 2
Gain the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the CAA exam for aircraft engineering knowledge (NZQA Unit Standard 20893).
Develop practical skills in aircraft maintenance procedures
Demonstrate understanding in workshop practices, handling of aircraft hardware, and safe ground operations.
What You're Signing Up For
This stand-alone online Training Scheme enables current and aspiring aircraft maintenance engineers to deepen their knowledge in aeronautical engineering. The programme covers key topics required for maintaining aircraft, supports preparation for the CAA AMEL examinations, and can be studied while working in the industry. Graduates earn a Te Pūkenga qualification and NZQA credit, and the scheme can contribute toward a diploma or license requirements for Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME).
Course Content
- Aircraft Drawings
- Metrology
- Engineering Tooling
- Workshop Practice & Aircraft Standard Hardware
- Aircraft Cleaning
- Aircraft Painting & Finishing
- Gasses and Compounds
- Aircraft Ground Handling
What you need to know first
Completed recognised aircraft maintenance engineering training (Level 4 or above), OR an equivalent international qualification, OR relevant experience in aeronautical engineering industry or allied trade.
Alternative entry possible with evidence of skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, as approved by Curriculum Manager.
If English is not the applicant’s first language: IELTS 6.0 Academic (no band lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
Must have access to workplace experience in accordance with CAA AC66-1 subpart 66.53(a)(4).
Must be living in New Zealand to sit the online licence theory exams.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Aerospace
Aviation
Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)
Aircraft maintenance engineer
Supervisory and certifying engineer roles in airlines, aircraft maintenance and aircraft construction companies