Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Aircraft Maintenance – Avionics)

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Aircraft Maintenance – Avionics) is the second component of the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering program jointly delivered by Aviation Australia and CQ University.

You will be introduced to advanced technologies like drones, renewable energy and lower emissions that will shape the aviation industry in the future. You will gain the skills to work on current and future aircrafts and increase your readiness to excel in managerial roles.

Open To:

Domestic & International Students

Cost:

Approx. AUD $114,925* for international students

Duration:

3 years split between Aviation Australia (18 months) and CQUniversity (18 months)

Location:

Rockhampton

CRICOS CODE:
  • Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Aircraft Maintenance – Avionics) CRICOS 105502E
  • Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Avionics) (TB2) CRICOS 110042H
COURSE START DATES:

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*International cost only. This includes your first 1.5 years studying for the Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering at Aviation Australia and the final 1.5 years with CQUniversity.

On successful completion, you will graduate with two qualifications: the Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics, approved by EASA and a Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Aircraft Maintenance – Avionics).

Bachelor qualified students will have met the requirements to obtain an Australian Remote Pilot Licence (RePL).

With a further two years’ experience minimum, you can apply for the category licence and be eligible for roles such as a Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer or an avionic technician as well as excel in management roles within aircraft facilities.

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What you will learn at Aviation Australia

You will spend your first 1.5 years studying full-time with Aviation Australia, undertaking the Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics. This is the only approved European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) outcome available in Australia, delivering to international students.

Aviation Australia is a world-class aviation and aerospace registered training organisation. You will learn and practice hands-on skills in their world-class hangars, which feature a range of aircraft and professional training facilities, and are conveniently located near the Brisbane International Airport.

You will learn avionics and electrical control systems within an aircraft as well as the repair and maintenance processes that apply to these systems.

What you will learn at CQUniversity

You will spend your final 1.5 years at CQUniversity acquiring more practical skills such as analysing the operations of various aircraft systems and subsystems, and competently and safely complete maintenance of various aircraft systems including flight control, navigation, autoflight, communication and avionic systems. Additionally you will learn control systems, advanced maintenance materials, maintenance and asset management and have the opportunity to participate in an aviation project. You will also gain a deeper understanding of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), which meets the requirements of gaining an Australian Remote Pilot Licence.

Our engineering course delivery is some of best in the Australian setting with a recent Quality Indicators of Learning and Teaching survey showing 83.5% of our undergraduate engineering students were happy with our engineering facilities and resources, outperforming the national average of 77.6% (ComparED 2021).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Simply follow this link to begin your application: International Enrolment Form (snapforms.com.au). The application will be assessed free of charge.

A university degree opens many doors and appeals strongly to employers looking to hire fresh graduates. In the subject area of engineering technology, CQUniversity is ranked in the top 500 universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject 2021). What you will learn in the bachelor’s degree will provide you with the underpinning knowledge for management roles as you progress in your career.

However, should there be circumstances which prevent you to progress to the degree component after you have completed your diploma, you will be awarded the Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics by Aviation Australia.

The first 1.5 years with Aviation Australia must be undertaken onshore in Australia.

If you have already completed the 1.5 years with Aviation Australia, you can study the final 1.5 years with CQUniversity online from your home country or on campus in Australia when the borders open.

The total course fee is approximately AUD$107,490.

For the component at Aviation Australia, the course fee also covers textbooks, uniforms, safety equipment and examination fees.

There are only 3 available intakes per year: January, April and September.

There is no scholarship available for this course.  

You can study with one of Aviation Australia’s English pathway providers to help you improve your English skills to meet the minimum English requirements for entry to the diploma.

Please contact our customer experience team here for more information: [email protected].

To enrol in the diploma, students will need to show evidence of completion of Year 12 or equivalent, with a pass in Mathematics (at minimum Year 10 or equivalent).

Where an applicant does not meet these requirements, Aviation Australia may consider sufficient relevant work experience and/or successfully completed higher-level qualification that demonstrates academic suitability.

Students progressing to the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Aircraft Maintenance – Avionics) must have successfully completed the Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics (10600NAT – Cricos instead of NAT code) at Aviation Australia or dual Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Mechanical + Avionics.

If you have successfully completed the diploma at Aviation Australia, you will be awarded with a Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics and the Certificate of Recognition under EASA.

CQUniversity’s CG21 Bachelor of Engineering Technology is accredited by Engineers Australia. Accreditation for the avionics major will be sought at the Engineering Technologist level.

Aviation Australia’s Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering approved course is certified by the European Aviation Agency (EASA). An EASA certificate is highly regarded by airlines and Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs) all over the world.

To find out more about the diploma component, you can contact Aviation Australia directly on +61 7 3860 0900 or email [email protected].

To find out more about the degree component at CQUniversity, you can speak to an international student adviser on +61 3 9616 0606 or email [email protected].

Students enrolling in the degree will have the opportunity to plan and implement and industry related engineering technology project; will receive their Australian Remote Pilot Licence (RePL); an Australian Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC); and will be able to apply to Engineers Australia to seek accreditation as an Engineering Technologist.

Yes, if it is an Aviation Australia issued diploma. If your diploma is not recognised but you are a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME), you will need to meet the equivalent of an Aviation Australia approved diploma to gain entry to CQUniversity.