Transnational Aircraft Maintenance Engineering programme – SriLankan Aviation College

As part of Aviation Australia’s Transnational Aircraft Maintenance Engineering programme, Aviation Australia and SriLankan Aviation College have partnered to deliver a one-of-a-kind qualification in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, allowing students to commence their studies in Sri Lanka, leading to the 11064NAT Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Mechanical TB1 at Aviation Australia in Brisbane!

Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering TB1 Mechanical (11064NAT)

The course is designed as per the EASA Part 66 basic training Category B1.1 requirements.

Students will commence their studies at SriLankan Aviation College (06 months) and proceed to Australia to be enroled for the 11064NAT Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Mechanical TB1 at Aviation Australia, Brisbane.

B1.1 – Mechanical stream is predominantly associated with aircraft structure, aircraft systems such as Air-conditioning System, Hydraulic Power, Landing gear, Doors, Aircraft Engine etc. essentially associating with Mechanical aspects of the aircraft.

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Aviation Australia has also partnered with CQU University Australia to deliver the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Aircraft Maintenance – Mechanical). Students who complete the Diploma program with Aviation Australia are eligible for this higher education opportunity.   To find out more click here.

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:

International Students

Cost:

April 2025 Intake – AUD $49,500**

September 2025 Intake – AUD $52,000**

Duration:

Approximately 90 Weeks

Location:

Brisbane

Study mode:

Full-time Study Delivery

Commence your studies in Sri Lanka, continue to study in Australia!

CRICOS code:

110041J

Course start dates:
  • 28th April 2025 | Sri Lanka – Brisbane (Diploma Only) / Sri Lanka – Brisbane (Diploma with CQUniversity Pathway) – (Applications Close 31 March 2025)
  • 2 September 2025 | Sri Lanka – Brisbane (Diploma Only)/ Sri-Lanka – Brisbane (Diploma with CQUniversity Pathway) – (Applications Close 5 August 2025)

*Permanent Visa Holders and Australian / NZ Citizens are subject to reduction in tuition fees. Please contact [email protected] to discuss your eligibility requirements.

* Payment plan available.

 

 

 

‣ Before you start – Assessment requirements:

To support your enrolment and visa applications, you will work with one of Aviation Australia’s registered partners in Sri Lanka. There may also be additional requirements, such as a financial capacity assessment and pre-enrolment interview.

To begin your study application in Sri Lanka, please kindly contact [email protected],

You will be advised if additional assessment requirements are needed to complete your application upon assessment.

Applicants are also encouraged to review the Department of Home Affairs” Document Checklist Tool to determine what documentation might be required to support a student visa application. The Department’s requirements may be above and beyond what is required to support your application for enrolment.

‣ English Language Proficiency:

The minimum requirements is an Academic IELTS with 6.0 overall and with no sub-band score lesser than 5.5. Testing must have been completed within 2 years from the enrolment application date.

English Language Equivalencies accepted by Aviation Australia

If your country is not on this list, you must supply an Academic IELTS or an equivalent test (from the approved list). Please contact us prior to submitting your application to discuss your eligibility if you are unsure.

‣ Academic Suitability

Evidence of completion of Year 12, or an approved 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 (documented via a resume and referees) and/or a successfully completed higher level qualification that demonstrates academic suitability.

This table outlines the international education achievement levels that are equivalent to a Year 12 qualification in Queensland, Australia. Academic Equivalencies

If your country is not on this list, please contact us prior to submitting your application and we will discuss your eligibility.

‣ Minimum of 17 years of age: 

Applicants under the age of 18 may be accepted where it is demonstrated approved welfare arrangements will be maintained whilst the student is under the age of 18. This arrangement requires an approval of the Department of Home Affairs.

If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must co-sign this application form. An agent cannot do co-sign in place of a parent or legal guardian.

For more information, visit Department of Home Affairs

‣ Genuine Student (GS) Assessment:

Applicants must complete the Genuine Student questionnaire within the application form to be considered for an enrolment. Applicants must ensure with research the intended course of study as well as their rights and responsibilities as a future student visa holder in Australia.

International students are required to show evidence that they meet the Department of Home Affairs’ Genuine Student requirements when applying for a student visa.

‣ Current Valid Passport:

The applicant’s passport must be current and valid for at least 6 months from the course commencement date.

‣ Documentation Requirements:

  • All documentation supplied must be certified and translated (in full) to English. Please refer to the front page of the application form for more details.
  • A certified copy is a copy of an original document that has been witnessed and declared as true copy by an authorised person.
  • These services can be provided by Aviation Australia’s registered partners, NAATI certified translators, Justice of Peace and notaries public.
  • Aviation Australia will not accept any documents that are not translated or stamped by a certified translator.

Applications submitted with uncertified documents will not be processed.

All documentation supplied must be certified and translated (in full) to English. The front page of the Enrolment Application Form details this requirement.

 

 

  1. Contact Aviation Australia via [email protected] to assist you with your application.
  2. Complete and submit the International Student Application Form to Aviation Australia.
  3. Aviation Australia will review your application and, if accepted, you will receive a Letter of Offer (this may be conditional).
  4. Read and accept your Letter of Offer and make payment of the course deposit fee/s.
  5. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and other enrolment documentation and apply for your student visa.
  6. Commence your course locally with SriLankan Aviation College, then continue your studies with Aviation Australia, in Brisbane, Australia. (subject to visa approval).

 

 

 

Aviation Australia currently holds an EASA part 147 approval allowing students to reduce the timeframe to apply for their licence from a minimum of 5 years to a minimum of 3.5 years.

The EASA Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Mechanical) is a 90 weeks program which includes 1164 hours of practical maintenance training at Aviation Australia’s fully owned world class hangars. Students who successfully graduate will qualify for a Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (recognised Australia wide) and an EASA Certificate of Recognition (recognised world-wide for the purpose of the EASA Part-66 Licence application).

If you are interested in kick-starting a career that will allow people to fly safe around the world, this is the right course for you. As a mechanical student you will learn Aviation English, Mathematics, Physics, Electronic and Electrical fundamentals while also progressing into more complex and mechanical related modules such as Turbine Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems, Gas Turbine Engine and Propeller.

The practical maintenance training designed for this course will expose you to individual and team tasks in a live hangar where Aviation Australia’s Aircraft Maintenance Engineers will sign you off on your fully owned Journal of Experience.

 

Items included in course price

  • Course Delivery
  • Textbooks; Workbooks; Logbooks
  • Examination Fees (regulatory Examination resit fees and CASA exams not included)
  • Uniforms (1 x Safety Boots; 2 x Trousers; 3 x Shirts)
  • Safety Equipment (1 x Safety Glasses; 1 x Ear Muffs)

Optional upgrades:

  • TB1.3 Mechanical (Rotary Wing) Theory Upgrade (self-study): $1,150
  • TB2 Avionics Theory Upgrade (self-study): $2,000

 

 

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Course Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, you will receive:

  • European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Certificate of Recognition
  • Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

These outcomes are highly regarded by airlines and Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs) all over the world.

To qualify for an EASA Licence, you will need to show an additional two years’ on the job training at an approved MRO.

 

 

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Job Prospects

Graduating students with a further two years’ experience (minimum) can apply for their category licence. They would then be eligible for the following roles:

  • Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME/LAE)– Mechanical TB1.1 (Fixed wing gas turbine)
  • Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME/LAE) – Mechanical TB1.3 (Rotary wing gas turbine)
  • Aircraft Mechanic, Maintenance
  • Maintenance Planner