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Part 21 Design Technician (Certificate, L7, 10 ECTS)
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Location: Shannon
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weeks: 10
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Fees: Skillnet funded for 2026. See Fees Section below
Course Overview
On successful completion of this course, participants will have a fundamental knowledge of Initial Airworthiness legislation and how it impacts aircraft design and design changes. It will introduce the learner to the theory and practice of Initial Airworthiness and provide them with an opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of the development process for major and minor aircraft modification and repairs.
More Information
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Topics that you will study on this programme include:
Legislation of Part 21 Design
TCDS Type Certificate Data Sheet
Certification Specifications/Airworthiness codes
Design Organization and Means of Compliance
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Supplemental Type Certificates and Modifications
Flammability and Flammability Testing Part 1
Flammability and Flammability Testing Part 2
Painting, Weight and Balance
Flight Control Balance
Development of a minor modification/repair and presentation of the package to an authority for approval
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An aircraft maintenance qualification, aviation qualification at Level 6 or above or extensive experience in the aircraft maintenance industry.
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If you do not meet the academic entry requirements listed above but would like your application assessed under RPL please select YES on the online application. Please include details of any relevant work experience/further information relevant to your application.English Language: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a score of 5.5 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a score of 6.0 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements. Please note that we do not request proof of English language qualification or proficiency.
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Commencing Thursday 2nd April 2026
10 Weeks / Online / Thursdays / 6-9pm
The proposed delivery schedule is subject to change.
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Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.
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Continuous assessment (100% online). No end of semester exams.
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Certificate in Part 21 Design Technician (Special Purpose Award, Level 7, 10 ECTS)
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€1,550**
Any potential funding is conditional and not guaranteed. Eligible companies and individuals can secure a contribution towards course fees.
You or your employer should contact Maeve O Neill, at 061 423 622 or maeve@icbe.ie to confirm that you are eligible for support.
Subject to terms and conditions.
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Applications will close 2 weeks before the listed start date or once the maximum number of applicants is reached.
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Programme run subject to viable numbers.
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Mick Malone, Head of Airworthiness at Part 21 Design Shannon said … ‘’We are delighted to be working with TUS and AAV Training on this exciting new Part 21 Design Technician Level 7 Special Purpose Award course. We believe it will bring a good understanding of initial airworthiness and introduce students to the very interesting world of aircraft design and initial airworthiness. ‘’
Mick explains why he has developed this course … ‘’It’s a great option for those who want to develop their careers as design engineers, I wish this course was available when I was starting off as a design engineer, we are also aware that currently there is a skills shortage of engineers and technicians to work in EASA approved design and production organizations’ from design engineer to more senior positions.
We are actively addressing this shortage by designing a course which will give our students the opportunity to develop the required knowledge and skills to confidently take up these positions. It also offers more experienced personnel a deeper insight into Initial Airworthiness, in particular, the classification and approval of modifications and repairs”