Aircraft Avionician
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Aircraft Avionician qualification is an NQF Level 5 qualification in the Physical Sciences field, focused broadly on the aircraft avionics area—the electronic and technical systems associated with aircraft. It carries 120 credits. The available record indicates that its registration ended on 30 June 2006, and its current status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or career planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be of interest to people seeking a formal qualification related to aircraft avionics and who are exploring technical work in the aerospace sector. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or current enrolment availability.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for aircraft-avionics-related technical work, but no specific related careers have been mapped in the available information. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2006, readers should first confirm whether it remains available, recognised or replaceable for their intended purpose.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of aircraft avionics as a technical field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Aircraft Avionician
- SAQA ID
- 20833
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Physical Sciences
- Originator
- Aerospace Chamber
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is still available for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the institution offering it is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is approved.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is appropriate for the intended aircraft-avionics career pathway and whether any additional industry or regulatory requirements may apply.