Employment Training
Other Ranks (Technical)
Avionics Technician Course.
Duration: 60.6 weeks
Location: RAAF School of Technical Training (RAAFSTT) at RAAF Base Wagga (NSW).
Training Philosophy.
The training philosophy adopted by the RAAF for Avionics Technical Training is based on the Integrated Job Performance Training System in which students are first given broad hand skills, then trained in the operation and maintenance of complete systems before ultimately being trained in the detailed operation and diagnostic maintenance of complete system components. Training is based on the requirements of the MEA07 Aeroskills Training Package and is aligned to the Competency Standards required for a Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics). Following completion of the Avionics Technician course and attainment of the competency standards you will be issued with an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level IV certificate.
Avionics Technician Course.
The Avionics Technician course comprises the initial generic trade training for Avionics trainees who upon graduation are employed at the Fitter (Grade 1) skill level. The course provides instruction in generic trade hand skills, avionics systems component removal and installation and detailed avionics systems theory of operation and diagnostics. Training is also provided in aircraft handling and servicing tasks.
Fitter progression.
Having graduated as an Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman (AC/ACW) Avionics Fitter grade 1, members are required to consolidate their training through work experience. The minimum requirement for progression to Avionics Technician is the completion of 24 months employment as a Fitter (comprising a minimum of 12 months as an AC/ACW Fitter grade 1 and 12 months as an LAC/LACW Fitter grade 2) plus the successful completion of the competency units required to qualify for a Trade Certificate. This results in the member being remustered to LAC Avionics Technician. Following a further 24 months experience as an LAC/LACW Avionics Technician, and the successful completion of pre-requisite training and satisfactory performance, the member will be eligible for consideration for promotion to CPL. Advancement through the ranks to Warrant Officer is in competition with other Avionics Technicians.
