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Program Overview
The Rotorcraft Training Scheme is an online program that provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to maintain Rotorcraft systems. The program is designed for aircraft maintenance engineers who want to maintain full-time employment while working towards completing their CAA examinations for licensing. Upon successful completion of the AMEL Rotorcraft Exam 6, students will be awarded NZQA Unit Standard 20899. The program covers a wide range of topics, including theory of flight, rotorcraft structure, rotorcraft systems, flight control systems, hydraulics, powertrain components, fuel systems, rotorcraft weight & balance, environmental systems, equipment & furnishings, and rotorcraft servicing, testing & ground handling.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program Name:
Rotorcraft Training Scheme
Level:
6
Location:
Online
Dates:
- 1 July 2024
- 7 October 2024
- 6 January 2025
- 31 March 2025
- 14 July 2025
- 6 October 2025
- Fees may vary with course selection.
- A compulsory Student Services Levy of $2 per credit applies.
Objectives:
- Develop and apply knowledge of rotorcraft systems.
- Allow students to maintain full-time employment while working towards completing their CAA examinations for licensing.
Description:
- This stand-alone Training Scheme is studied online and can be completed flexibly and independently while working as an aircraft maintenance engineer.
- Covers the knowledge and skills needed to maintain Rotorcraft systems.
- Upon successful completion of the AMEL Rotorcraft Exam 6, NZQA Unit Standard 20899 will be awarded.
- Topics covered include:
- Theory of Flight
- Rotorcraft Structure
- Rotorcraft Systems
- Flight Control Systems
- Hydraulics
- Powertrain Components
- Fuel Systems
- Rotorcraft Weight & Balance
- Environmental Systems, Equipment & Furnishings
- Rotorcraft Servicing, Testing & Ground Handling
Outline:
Content:
- Theory of Flight
- Rotorcraft Structure
- Rotorcraft Systems
- Flight Control Systems
- Hydraulics
- Powertrain Components
- Fuel Systems
- Rotorcraft Weight & Balance
- Environmental Systems, Equipment & Furnishings
- Rotorcraft Servicing, Testing & Ground Handling
Structure:
- Online program
- 56 weeks from enrolment
- Self-directed learning (approximately 23 hours per week) The listed content areas can be considered as broad modules.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
Careers:
Career Paths:
- Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)
Opportunities:
- Employment with major airlines, aircraft maintenance companies, and aircraft construction companies in New Zealand and overseas.
- Leadership roles in ground crew, managing aircraft maintenance and configuration control.
- Supervisory and certifying engineer positions.
Outcomes:
- Starting salary of NZ$60-90K depending on ratings and overtime worked.
- Comprehensive academic background for career advancement.
Other:
- Applicants must have access to a workplace or be able to supply evidence of workplace experience in accordance with CAA AC66-1 subpart 66.53(a)(4).
- International students are required to be in New Zealand to take the external assessment for each course in this program.
