VET Studies

Aviation (Drones)

National Drones Training Institute: RTO NO: 41441

Overview

Remote pilots operating at this level will apply non-technical and technical knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy and judgement and will take limited responsibility within established regulatory parameters. This qualification is relevant to individuals operating remotely piloted aircraft (Drones) within visual line of sight, below 400 feet outside of controlled airspace, greater than 3 nautical miles from an aerodrome, outside of populous areas. Remote pilot duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge. Students doing this qualification will also complete the requirements for certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)

Course Code and Title

Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) AVI30419

Delivery

Venue: Elisabeth Murdoch College
Time: Wednesday 1.30 - 4.30

Contribution to the VCE/VCAL:

On completion of the program students are eligible for four credits towards their VCE, two at Units 1-2 level and a Unit 3-4 sequence. Students who successfully complete the Unit 3-4 sequence will be eligible for a 10% increment towards their ATAR. This program will also satisfy the learning outcomes for the VCAL Industry Specific and the Work Related Skills strand

Further information on the increment process can be found on the VCAA website: http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/vet/general/recognition/vetcredit.html

What to bring:

Laptop
Smart phone

Structured Workplace Learning

Structured Workplace Learning is not mandated in this program, however the VCAA strongly recommend all VET students undertake some work placement.

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Code	Unit of Competency Name
AVIE0001	Operate aeronautical radio
AVIF0013	Manage human factors in remote pilot aircraft systems operations
AVIF3023	Apply regulations and policies during remote pilot aircraft systems operations
AVIH3019	Navigate remote pilot aircraft systems
AVIK3002	Use info technology devices in an aviation workplace
AVIW3037	Manage remote pilot aircraft systems pre- and post-flight actions
AVIW3038	Operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systems
AVIY3073	Control remote pilot aircraft systems on the ground
AVIY3074	Launch remote pilot aircraft systems
AVIY3075	Control remote pilot aircraft systems in normal flight
AVIY3076	Recover remote pilot aircraft systems
AVIY3077	Manage remote pilot aircraft systems in abnormal flight situations
AVIY3078	Manage remote pilot aircraft systems energy source requirements
AVIZ3052	Apply situational awareness in remote pilot aircraft systems operations