Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation)

The objectives of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) program are to:provide you with a broad, coherent and detailed body of knowledge and theory related to the global aviation industry develop your skills to critically review and analyse all aspects of the aviation industry prepare you to work individually and in teams to solve aviation industry problems produce graduates that can communicate professionally to diverse aviation industry stakeholdersThe program will prepare you for employment in a range of operational management and planning roles.

These include roles in areas such as:airline operations planning and management airline maintenance management and supervision airport landside operations airport airside operations airport planning and management aviation safety management airline strategies, finance, and traffic data human factors concepts and applicationsThe program will give you a general awareness of the aviation industry, enabling you to comprehensively appreciate the environment in which you are working.

The program enables you to bring together the appreciation and skills developed to demonstrate breadth and depth of thinking and capacity to solve real problems in the aviation workplace.This 'PL' plan of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) includes flight training.

This training will assist you to gain a Private Pilot License (PPL), then subsequently a Commercial Pilot License (CPL).The program requires in-person attendance, but also takes advantage of the capabilities of the online learning management system that is available to all students and provides scope for collaboration and remote access.The program includes the capstone course AERO2431 Aviation Industry Project which is intended to provide you with the opportunity to undertake a project focusing on a real-world aviation industry problem or issue and where you are able apply your critical thinking, judgment, problem-solving skills, and industry knowledge.

The project is supervised by an RMIT University staff member and/or an industry-based expert.This program is primarily delivered face to face at the City campus, but does require some travel to the Point Cook campus.

Year One of Program

Complete the following Six (6) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) of the following Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from any:

AND

Year Two of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses (International students are only permitted to enrol in courses at the City or Point Cook campuses):

AND

Year Three of Program

Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education, or equivalent.

For information on international qaulifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.

Non-Year 12 applicants should be able to demonstrate appropriate experience and/or ability to meet the demands of the program. Qualified commercial pilots and others with experience in the aviation industry are particularly encouraged to apply.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 - a study score o f at least 25 in Mathematics (any); and a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English.

English language requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.

For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Inherent requirements.

Please find information on the inherent requirements of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) here.

Successful Applicants

1. You must undergo a CASA Class 1 Medical Examination by a medical practitioner known as a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME).
2. You will also need to attend a mandatory interview at our Point Cook site prior to enrolment.

This program develops the following program learning outcomes, based on the Threshold Learning Outcomes for Engineering and ICT:

Needs, context and systems

• Identify, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs, establish priorities and the goals, constraints and uncertainties of the system (social, cultural, legislative, environmental, business etc.), using systems thinking, while recognising ethical implications of professional practice.

Problem-solving and design

• Apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and/ or processes to meet specified requirements, including innovative approaches to synthesise alternative solutions, concepts and procedures, while
• Demonstrating information skills and research methods.

Abstraction and modelling

• Apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals to analysis, design and operation, using appropriate computer software, laboratory equipment and other devices, ensuring model applicability, accuracy and limitations.

Coordination and communication

• Communicate and coordinate proficiently by listening, speaking, reading and writing English for professional practice, working as an effective member or leader of diverse teams,
• Using basic tools and practices of formal project management.

Self management

• Manage own time and processes effectively by prioritising competing demands to achieve personal and team goals, with regular review of personal performance as a primary means of managing continuing professional development.