Compass Compensation Training Scheme
Aerospace
A course by
NMIT
This Level 6 Miccredential provides knowledge and skills on compass compensation for aircraft, supporting licensed aircraft maintenance engineers by preparing them for CAA examinations via a flexible online program.
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
Compass Compensation Knowledge
Develop a comprehensive understanding of compass compensation principles used in aircraft maintenance.
Application of Compass Skills
Apply theoretical concepts in constructing, installing, and maintaining compass systems on aircraft.
CAA Licensing Preparation
Prepare to successfully complete the AMEL Compass Compensation Exam 16 and obtain NZQA Unit Standard 20903 certification.
What You're Signing Up For
The Compass Compensation Training Scheme is a Level 6 online training program designed to develop and apply knowledge of compass compensation within aircraft. Offered by NMIT as part of Te Pūkenga, this scheme supports students working as aircraft maintenance engineers to gain required theoretical knowledge to sit Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) licensing exams. The course covers theory of magnetism, compass base principles, direct and remote reading compass compensation procedures, and aircraft magnetism. This 10-credit scheme allows flexible study over 56 weeks with approximately 23 hours per week of self-directed learning. Successful completion awards NZQA Unit Standard 20903, and students undertake online licensing theory exams as part of their pathway to becoming Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAME).
Course Content
- Theory of Magnetism
- Terrestrial Magnetism
- Aircraft Magnetism
- The Compass Base
- Direct Reading Magnetic Compasses
- Theory of Compass Compensation
- Direct Reading Compass Compensation
- Direct Reading Compass Compensation Procedures
- Remote Reading Compass Systems
What you need to know first
Completed recognised aircraft maintenance engineering training (Level 4 or above) or equivalent international qualification or relevant aeronautical industry experience
Competent computer literacy including basic file management, email, internet, and word processing skills
Living in New Zealand to sit online licensing theory exams
English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 academic with no subtest below 5.5, or equivalent)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Aerospace
Aircraft Maintenance
Future employment opportunities might be
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)
Aircraft maintenance supervisor
Aerospace engineering technician