Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business

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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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

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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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
   

Fine motor skills 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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 mobility and movement components 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. 

Codes of conduct 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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. 

Cognition 

Students in the Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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/Bachelor of Business 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.