Award in Basic Aviation Maintenance

Institute: Institute of Engineering and Transport

Department: Aviation, Transportation and Logistics Department
incl. Aircraft Maintenance Training Centre

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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How to Apply
for further information regarding How to Submit an Online Application, as well as important Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Programme Code: AE2-O01-24
MQF Level: Level 2
Credits: 30 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Apprenticeship
Duration: 1 Semester

Course Description

This is an introductory programme designed together with the MROs (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) specifically to provide the learners with the basic theoretical ad practical understanding of aircraft maintenance and related systems, and it is supported by practical experience in dedicated MRO workshops at mechanic level. The course prepares the learners to progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Aircraft Systems Maintenance.

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Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…
Any MCAST MQF Level 1 Introductory Certificate

OR

Finished Compulsory Education
(as will be documented by a full, official School Leaving Certificate / SSCP / SSQP)

Initial Assessment Tests (depending on eligibility and applicability)
(further / updated information regarding IATs can be found amongst the FAQs in https://mcast.edu.mt/important-information/)

Applicants are to sit for an Interview with an MRO. Being successful at end of such an interview, is an integral part of the eligibility process for this Level 2 Programme.

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

Upon being found eligible and registered as an MCAST student, one is expected to procure a Uniform, which is to be worn at all times whilst undergoing training on this programme.

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Updated: 2025-06-06