Bachelor of Aviation

Required components 

Required components are essential functions and attributes that are encountered in different learning and assessment contexts throughout the course. 

The examples below show how these components appear in practice, which can guide your approach to learning and participation throughout the course.

Sight

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use and interpret visual information, including colour and/or facial cues, to maintain safety and make accurate assessments.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Interpreting flight instruments, cockpit displays, charts, runway environments and visual navigation cues

• Observing direct line of sight between aircrafts to maintain safety in airspaces

Some industry-standard tools and software may have limited compatibility with assistive technology or alternative formats.

Sound

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use hearing to respond to vocal cues and differentiate sounds and tone, to maintain safety and make accurate assessments.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Hearing instructions, cockpit warnings, crew communications and environmental audio cues. 
   

Touch

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use touch to feel tactile differences and changes in objects, assess physical conditions, and respond to discomfort or danger, to maintain safety and make accurate assessments.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Working in close-proximity cockpit environments, including shared use of flight controls, switches, throttles and aircraft systems

• Wearing required safety clothing, including gloves.
   

Smell 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use smell to distinguish the differences and changes in smell for identifying odours, detecting hazards (like smoke or gas), and enhancing taste, to maintain safety and make accurate assessments.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Detecting and identifying odours, including smoke, fuel or burning electrics, when assessing aircraft systems and environments to respond to warning signs.

CASA requires a medical check, which may include a referral to an ear, nose or throat specialist, as impairment of smell is a likely cause of other conditions that may preclude suitability to become a pilot.

Required components 

Required components are essential functions and attributes that are encountered in different learning and assessment contexts throughout the course. 

The examples below show how these components appear in practice, which can guide your approach to learning and participation throughout the course. 

Endurance 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use endurance to sustain physical effort and concentration over extended periods without experiencing excessive fatigue. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Managing prolonged flight operations and duty hours 

• Avoiding fatigue‑related safety risks. 
   

Stamina 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use stamina to perform short-term, high-intensity physical tasks while maintaining control and energy. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Managing prolonged flight operations and duty hours  

• Avoiding fatigue‑related safety risks. 
   

Strength 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use strength to lift, move, or hold objects safely using physical effort. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Handling aircraft and operating flight controls to manage cockpit tasks and respond effectively in emergency situations. 
   

Dexterity 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use fine and coordinated movements of the hands and limbs to complete tasks that require precision and control. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Operating flight controls 

• Managing cockpit systems 

• Performing tasks requiring hand-eye coordination 

• Responding promptly in time-critical or emergency situations. 
   

Interruptions to consciousness

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will need to remain conscious and aware of surroundings and external factors to be able to respond appropriately and safely, even when managing interruptions or medication effects. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Maintaining continuous situational awareness  

• Monitoring aircraft systems, environment and position during all phases of flight 

• Detecting and responding to hazards, system changes and unexpected events with timely safety actions to maintain control. 

CASA requires a medical check prior to operating aircraft. Safe aviation practice depends on sustained consciousness, rapid awareness and timely responses. Interruptions to awareness may increase the risk of missed hazards, delayed decisions, loss of control or safety incidents.  

Fine motor skills 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use fine motor skills to execute small, precise movements efficiently, such as manipulating tools, equipment or controls. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Operating controls, electronic systems and devices (avionics) and instrumentation. 
   

Gross motor skills 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use gross motor skills to coordinate whole body movements such as lifting, walking, standing, or maintaining posture or balance. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as: 

• Entering and exiting cockpit simulators and aircraft 

• Performing coordinated movements to manage cockpit tasks and maintain control 

• Coordinating emergency procedures.  
   

Adaptable components 

The following forms of mobility and movement are required in this course. Reasonable adjustments can likely be supported.

Required components

Required components are essential functions and attributes that are encountered in different learning and assessment contexts throughout the course. 

The examples below show how these components appear in practice, which can guide your approach to learning and participation throughout the course.

Activities in this course, where required components are applicable, will be observed and assessed during flight simulations and practicum.

Codes of conduct

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will follow professional rules, standards, and ethical guidelines provided by professional association(s).

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Demonstrating professional conduct, integrity and legal obligations.
   

Duty of care

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will act in ways that support personal safety and the safety of others. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Demonstrating effective reasoning in decision-making to ensure the safety and wellbeing of others. 

• Exercising high-level judgements connected to regulatory breaches and professional negligence.
   

Cultural sensitivity (including equity awareness)

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will respect diverse cultures, identities, and perspectives by acting in inclusive, fair, and nonjudgemental ways.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Professional and ethical behaviours that are informed by cultural awareness and competence. 

• Interacting respectfully with diverse passengers and crew

• Ensuring inclusive and non-discriminatory practice.
   

Engage effectively

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will interact with others honestly, respectfully, and responsibly to build trust and professional relationships.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Demonstrating engagement and interaction towards crew, passengers and stakeholders.
   

Professional reflection

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop skills to review their learning and performance and identify areas for improvement.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Demonstrating reflection on current skills, knowledge and attitudes

• Planning ongoing personal and professional development.

Required components

Required components are essential functions and attributes that are encountered in different learning and assessment contexts throughout the course.

The examples below show how these components appear in practice, which can guide your approach to learning and participation throughout the course.

Activities in this course, where required components are applicable, will be observed and assessed during flight simulations and practicum.

Cognition

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop, use and apply thinking skills such as attention, memory, language, and perception to focus, learn, and complete tasks over a continued period of time.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Processing complex aviation information, maintaining situational awareness, and making sound decisions in non-routine and novel flight scenarios

• Following real-time instructions during flight simulations and practicum, and simultaneously applying and adjusting the information in response to flight instruments and cockpit displays.
   

Understand and apply information

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use and interpret information by following instructions, making decisions, solving problems and applying knowledge. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Accurately applying sound judgement in real-time to aviation regulations and procedures to ensure safety. 
   

Critical thinking and analysis

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use skills in analysing and evaluating information objectively to form well-reasoned conclusions.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Evaluating risks and responding effectively to complex or unexpected aviation situations, and making informed decisions, particularly in non-routine or time-critical situations. 
   

Digital literacy

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop skills to use digital tools and technologies effectively to access, create, and apply knowledge.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Engaging in real-time with aviation software, analytics tools, digital flight planning systems and technology to identify risks. 

Required components

Required components are essential functions and attributes that are encountered in different learning and assessment contexts throughout the course.

The examples below show how these components appear in practice, which can guide your approach to learning and participation throughout the course.

Verbal communication

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use spoken language to express ideas clearly, supported by tone and body language, to support understanding and feedback.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Communicating effectively with crew, instructors, ATC and stakeholders, leading to safety and professional risks.
   

Social cues

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use social cues to notice and respond to unspoken communication such as body language, facial expression, gestures and pace of conversations.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Reading and understanding crew or flight controller interactions to maintain safety when working either in teams or autonomously.
   

Written communication

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use written communication skills to express information through written formats including via software, print or handwriting.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Reviewing and completing flight plans, aircraft load and trim sheets, and aircraft performance graphs and tables by hand or with industry-standard software.

Some industry-standard tools and software may have limited compatibility with assistive technology or alternative formats

Numeracy

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will use numbers and data to make decisions in everyday and professional situations. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Calculating and applying aircraft performance data in real-time to plan a flight, adjust for take-off and landing distances, determine correct airspeed, and adjust for weather conditions.
   

Collaboration and teamwork 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use skills in working with others to build trust, contribute to shared goals, and maintain positive team dynamics.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Demonstrating professional cockpit communication, coordination and protocols as an effective crew member or team leader. 
   

Conflict resolution

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use skills to address disagreements calmly and respectfully to reach beneficial outcomes.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Applying strategies to manage workload, errors and distractions, particularly in high workload and time-compressed situations. This will be observed and assessed during flight simulations and practicum.
   

Emotional regulation

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use skills to take part in interactions with others in a way that supports respectful and productive communication. 

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Responding with calm precision and authority. This will be observed and assessed during flight simulations and practicum.
   

Adaptability

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation will develop and use skills in responding to change through adjusting plans and managing different tasks as situations change.

Some activities are core to safety and professional practice. Therefore, there may be limited flexibility for adjustments in activities such as:

• Responding to dynamic and complex aviation environments and unexpected scenarios. This will be observed and assessed during flight simulations and practicum.