AVI50519 – Diploma in Aviation (Instrument Rating)
Skills Compliance is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO number 41382) registered with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Training and Assessment is provided by Inbound Aviation Pty Ltd under a Third-Party Agreement with Skills Compliance Pty Ltd. All enrolment enquiries should be directed to Skills Compliance.
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the roles of flight crew personnel operating in support of commercial or Defence aviation flight operations. Flight crew duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge to a wide range of air transport operations, including passenger, charter and cargo operations while operating aeroplanes or helicopters under the instrument flight rules (IFR). Individuals working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility in known or changing contexts within broad but established parameters. This qualification forms some of the requirements for an Instrument Rating certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 61 Flight crew licensing. People seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA. Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Course Content (14 Units of Competency)
AVI50519 – Diploma in Aviation (Instrument Rating)
| AVIF0029 | Implement threat and error management strategies |
| AVIF0030 | Manage safe flight operations |
| AVIH0013 | Plan a flight under instrument flight rules |
| AVIH0017 | Navigate aircraft under instrument flight rules |
| AVIW0032 | Operate and manage aircraft systems |
| AVIY0033 | Operate aircraft using aircraft flight instruments |
| AVIY0044 | Conduct a 2D instrument approach |
| AVIY0050 | Perform instrument arrival and standard arrival route procedures |
| AVIY0073 | Operate aircraft in the traffic pattern at night |
| AVIY0074 | Perform non-published instrument departure procedures |
| AVIY0075 | Perform published instrument departure procedures |
| AVIY0076 | Perform visual circling approach |
| AVIY0081 | Conduct a 2D global navigation satellite non-precision instrument approach |
| Specialist Elective Unit | |
| AVIY0079 | Conduct a 3D instrument landing system instrument approach |
Pathway Options
- Commercial Pilot
- Defence Force Pilot
Course Delivery and Assessment
A range of delivery modes will be used during the teaching and learning of this qualification. These include:
- Online learning (with full online support)
- Face to face specialised Flight Theory training from qualified Instructor Pilots
- Sequenced modules to allow a logical progression
Assessment is competency based and completed both online and in simulated and actual practical tasks at a suitable location. Assessment techniques may include:
- Written examinations
- Observation
- Questioning
- Written and practical tasks
- Aviation assessments with a qualified flight training assessor
Course Duration
The AVI50519 Diploma in Aviation (Instrument Rating) is completed over 9 weeks full time.
Entry Requirements
Operational flight crew are to satisfy General and Aviation English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements as directed by aviation regulatory authorities. Candidates should check with CASA or Defence aviation for specific requirements.
Other entry requirements may apply. Pleae contact Skills Compliance relating to information regarding these requirements.
Student Information
Detailed student information is available upon application. This contains important information about a student’s rights and obligations such as their right to privacy, a safe training environment and the right to complain or appeal an assessment decision. Persons applying for enrolment must have the opportunity to review this information first.
Payment or Funding Options
Skills Compliance has a range of options for students to pay their tuition and materials fees. Options include payment plans and accessing a VET student loan for eligible applicants. A VET Student Loan (VSL) is a loan that gives rise to a VET debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. VET student loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. VSL is for tuition fees only and does not cover any specified additional costs.
For full information about Skills Compliance policies and procedures including refunds, go to www.skillscompliance.edu.au for more details.
RTO Obligation
The RTO guarantees that the student will be provided with every opportunity to complete the qualification. We do not guarantee employment upon completion of this qualification.
Students who are deemed competent in all 14 units of competency for AVI50519 Diploma in Aviation (Instrument Rating) will be awarded a Qualification and a record of results.
Students who achieve at least one unit of competency (but not the full qualification) will receive a Statement of Attainment.
