For the first part of Year-1 students on all three pathways will study a
common curriculum designed to familiarise learners with the industry as a
whole.
Employers and industry experts have told us that they need staff that
understand and appreciate the knowledge, skills and competencies of a range of
job roles across aviation. This level of broad understanding will make our
graduates more effective in their careers when they progress.
All ASI Newark students will also complete the National Citizenship Scheme
(NCS). Designed especially for 16- and 17-year olds, the NCS experience will
give you a clearer idea of what you want from your future.
It is designed to unite and empower young people, building your confidence so
you can go out there and achieve your dreams, no matter where you’re from or
what your background is.
You’ll spend a week in the autumn mixing with your
new group, and taking on fresh challenges together. Before you know it, you’ll
be rooting for each other, as you all tackle your own little hurdles.
The City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance course will be
focusing on aircraft engineering theory and practical training including
subjects such as theory of flight, line and base aircraft engineering, CAA Part
145 maintenance procedures, CAA Part 66 procedures, aircraft jet engine ground
running procedures, human factors within aviation, civil legislation in
aviation, aviation mathematics and science for technicians, fundamentals of
electronics and avionics systems.
It will also develop your practical hand-skills using specialist aircraft
tooling and virtual reality (VR) simulation to carry out maintenance on aircraft
systems and structures. The course is designed to enable the student to gain the
required theory qualifications and practical experience to become an Aircraft
Fitter/Technician assisting in carrying out routine maintenance on jet aircraft
and leading to a CAA Part 66 A1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence
*.Other options would include the progression to the BSc (Hons) Aviation
Engineering degree course.
*Merit or higher required in all C&G Modules and 3 years’ experience
required as per CAA Part 66A.30 Basic experience requirements to gain CAA A1
Part 66 AML.
Depending on your chosen pathway, you will undertake a number of enrichment
activities linked to your "Military & Defence" or "Civil" programmes. These
will include exciting trips, visits and guest speakers to bring the aviation and
aerospace sectors to life.