Program Overview

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Bachelor of Aviation

The Bachelor of Aviation course provides a focused, professional education and graduate status for those seeking to enter the aviation industry. The course is technically-oriented, covering a good breadth of the underlying science and technology related to aircraft systems, in addition to a range of more general content areas related to the aviation industry.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Course Code

The course code for the Bachelor of Aviation is K99.

Entry Requirements

• Indicative ATAR: 70
• ECU admission and English language requirements apply.

Admissions

Course admission profile: ECU admission profile.

Fees

• Commonwealth supported: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $8,950
• International students: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $42,950

Duration

The course duration is 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

Availability and Campus

The course is available at the following locations:

• Joondalup: Full-time and part-time
• City Campus: Not available
• South West: Not available
• Sri Lanka: Not available
• Online: Not available

Course Structure

Students are required to complete 20 core units, plus a 4-unit Minor or four electives.

Year 1 - Semester 1

Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA1125	Fundamentals of Flight	15
SCP1132	Introduction to Physics	15
SCA1229	Aviation Meteorology	15
ENS1154	Introduction to Engineering	15

Year 1 - Semester 2

Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA1117	Human Factors in Aviation	15
MAT1108	Foundations of Mathematics	15
SCA2120	Air Navigation	15
SCA1300	Aviation Operations and Practice	15

Year 2 - Semester 1

Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA2101	Aircraft Performance	15
ENS2159	Engineering Innovation and Ethics	15
SCA2116	Aviation Legislation and Regulatory Frameworks	15
Unit from Minor/Elective	x 1	15

Year 2 - Semester 2

Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA2212	Advanced Aerodynamics	15
SCA2224	Aircraft Systems	15
SCA2100	Flight Operations	15
Unit from Minor/Elective	x 1	15

Year 3 - Semester 1

Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA3100	Aircraft Propulsion	15
SCA3612	Advanced Flight Planning	15
ENS2170	Principles of Industrial Maintenance	15
Unit from Minor/Elective	x 1	15

Year 3 - Semester 2

Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA3200	Crew Resource Management	15
ENS3216	Engineering Management	15
SCA3450	Trends in Aviation Technologies	15
Unit from Minor/Elective	x 1	15

Course Notes

Important Course Notes

• Practicum option: Students have the opportunity to seek a Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner equivalent to one unit of full-time study.
• Attendance requirements: Students will be required to complete 120 hours of part-time practicum placement across the semester.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of the concepts, best-practice principles, and professional developments in a number of areas relating to aerodynamics and aviation.
2. Review, analyse, and synthesise knowledge in order to exercise judgment to interpret and calculate aircraft performance data.
3. Demonstrate creativity and innovation in the integration of knowledge of sustainability issues and principles relevant to aviation into professional practice.
4. Apply broad mathematical knowledge and skills in a variety of aviation contexts.
5. Generate, evaluate, and communicate ideas in a range of aviation contexts using digital technologies to access, evaluate, and synthesise relevant knowledge from multiple sources.
6. Demonstrate cross-cultural competence and a strong appreciation for diversity in professional practice in aviation.
7. Work collaboratively with others in an aviation context, upholding ethical standards within the industry.
8. Demonstrate initiative, planning, and decision-making through reflective practice and identify opportunities for continued professional development in the aviation profession.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares graduates for a range of careers within the aviation industry, such as airline operations or aviation management, and also provides relevant complementary education for those who wish to pursue a career as an airline pilot. Possible future job titles include:

• Flight Planner
• Aviation Operations Controller
• Load Controller
• CASA Regulator
• Aviation Operations Officer
• Air Traffic Controller
• Royal Australian Airforce Officer
• Pilot