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    About CBT Systems

    CBT Systems Ltd is a dedicated Theory Training Provider for the Aviation industry in New Zealand. Our Computer Based Training Courses are orientated specifically around the New Zealand Civil Aviation (NZCAA) examination syllabus for each pilot licence subject.  A large number of people struggle with huge volumes of manuals that require careful study. Our on-line training courses have been specifically developed to ensure that students who are more attuned to 'visual learning' can experience and readily understand difficult concepts by easily explained visual presentations.

    More than a qualification

    Aviation by its very nature depends upon highly trained, skilled and motivated people. This means that you need sound tuition right from the start of your career to ensure that later courses of training are more easily understood. There are no 'short cuts' in aviation. At CBT Systems our focus is ensuring that students have a highest level of training possible to ensure success. The Private Pilot Licence subjects are the building blocks for all higher licence categories and these subjects are therefore our highest priority. We consider the NZCAA licence syllabus to be the minimum standard required and our courses are designed to a higher standard. After all ‘Knowledge is Power’.


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    Gateway/STAR Aeroscience Programme

    The CBT Systems Secondary School Gateway/STAR Aeroscience Programme offers the ideal quick start. It positions students for a career as a pilot and opens other career path options too. For example: meteorologist, aeronautical engineer, air traffic controller and many more. It also applies practical science – a perfect match with your existing curriculum.
    Click on Experience Aviation
Engineering at NMIT and find out how you can make your career fly.
    "CBT Systems ‘Aeroscience’ program provides a great pathway
to NMIT’s two-year programme of hands-on learning with real aircraft at the RNZAF
Woodbourne Base in Blenheim. Students come from all over the country to learn
the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the commercial
aeronautical engineering industry. Book a Career
Conversation with us today to chat about your learning pathway."
    Click on Airways New Zealand - Air Traffic Controller Training
    "Airways New Zealand has reviewed the CBT Systems ‘Aeroscience’ program for secondary schools and supports its goals, content, and the focus of this program as a lead-in or preparatory course for studies in air traffic control, including the New Zealand Certificate in Air Traffic Services (Level 5)."
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    Careers in Aviation
     Airlines are now starting to emerge from the effects of Covid19. As a Pilot it typically takes 5-6 years to obtain your first airline pilot job from  the time you start your flight training, so you should not delay your training. 
    There are also numerous career path options in aviation that are not pilot specific. It is estimated that for every pilot, there are 100 related aviation professionals. Here is a presentation by Massey Aviation providing an overview of the many exciting aviation related career pathways available to you:
    Click on Massey University School of Aviation
    "While Massey University is not affiliated with CBT Systems,
we do provide a number of tertiary courses in the area of aviation, and by doing
a Gateway or a Structured Course such as what you are doing now through CBT
Systems, that provides a nice gateway into doing tertiary studies with an
institution such as ours."
    Click on CBT Systems sample lesson
    To view a sample lesson. You will need to enter as a Guest using the code Cbtsystems101
    Click on The Aviation Industry overview 2022
    

    I hear - I forget, I see - I remember!
    

    The Benefits of Visual Learning and Teaching
    

    Introducing a consistent visual component to the curriculum can:
    

    1. help students better engage with the materials
    2. increase retention by 29-42%
    3. develop higher-order thinking skills
    4. hone fundamental abilities that enable students to see and conceptualize visuals clearly
    5. enhance tactile hand-eye-mind connections that improve the ability to recall facts and retain learning
    6. serve the unique needs of learners who process information primarily through visuals, as well as increase learning for all students.
    Ref: https://www.insightresources.org/2019/04/26/why-visual-learning-and-teaching

    Private Pilot Licence Syllabus Requirements
    

    In the ‘olden’
days, the NZCAA PPL Syllabus requirement was so small that only one book was required. Today’s
Private Pilot can be rated to fly a huge variety of aircraft with varying
degrees of sophistication.  The
introduction of new subject matter (over a long number of years) now means that
serious consideration must be given to a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) knowledge base. Our systems are specifically tailored to meet these requirements. The Private Pilot Licence syllabus requirement specified by the NZCAA PPL
Syllabus can
be downloaded from the NZCAA website here: https://www.aviation.govt.nz/rules/advisory-circulars/show/AC61-3
    

    Time to complete
    

    CBT Systems has a 'no refunds' policy. The
standard time frame to study and pass the Aspeq licence assessment is set at four
months from enrolment for each subject you purchase. Notes are
also provided for you to retain longer term. The
'Aeroscience' Program for high school students is tailored to allow all study and external examination requirements
to be completed  within the academic year. Should you have any special
requirements please contact us prior to enrolment. 

    

    ATTENTION SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
    There are now two Aviation related Gateway Courses that are available
for Secondary School Students:
    


    • The ‘Aviation Gateway Flying Programme’
    


    And
    • The new CBT Systems ‘Aviation Gateway Aeroscience Program’
    


     The Flying Program continues (as normal) delivering a good general
course for students to discover the world of aviation (Recommended for Year
11&12) , while the ‘Aeroscience Program’ is a more demanding theory
training course specifically targeted at Year 13 students (from Term 1 - 2021)
who may be interested in an Aviation Related Career or the skill set that may
be gained from the more specific subject matter.
    The 'Aeroscience' Program 
    


    Specifically, the ‘Aeroscience Program’ delivers the following:
    


    1.  All year 12 & 13 students can engage
in the program and gain a minimum of 20 NCEA Credit points at Level 3.
    2.  Students focused on becoming a pilot can obtain up to 33 NCEA Credit
points at Level 3.
    


     The flyer explaining the main points and the enrollment form with
program costs can be downloaded at:
    


    https://www.serviceiq.org.nz/schools/gateway-training/aviation-gateway-aeroscience-programme
    On-line Advantages
    Our On-line subjects contain the most interesting and interactive medium to ensure that you understand the subject matter including multi-choice practice exams. The 'Practice exams' are similar to the type of questions you may get in the real examinations. Each 'mock' exam is made up from large banks of questions that are randomly generated. The mock exams are available to you free of charge once you enroll for each subject.

    Private Pilot Licence
    

    We offer you: 
    

    "Self Directed Learning" where subjects are available online 24/7 
    

    * Student reference manuals are provided for each subject. 
    

    

    *  Mock exams are included as an integral part of each subject.

    

    

    

    Suggested study order:
    

     For Aeroclub or Flying School Student: Flight Radio Telephone Operator, Aviation Law, Navigation, Human Factors, Meteorology, Aircraft General Knowledge.

    

    For 'Schools Program' (Aeroscience' students):  Human Factors, Meteorology, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Radio Telephone Operator, Aviation Law, Navigation.
    

    

    

    How to Register for our courses
    

    For the 'Aeroscience' Program see your Careers Advisors. All other students can easily enroll for our subjects by logging to the site (from the top right Login Button). This will send you to the Paypal link. Note you do not have to pay by Paypal as there
    is a facility for credit card payment in this window. Private Pilot Licence Subjects costs are found on the enrollment page and Incl GST.
    

    

    PPL Refresher Training Special
    

    2020 Refresher Training Course Now available:
    

    Cost $59 (Incl GST)
    

    

    Rating course now available: 
    

    The Basic Gas Turbine Course
    

    

    This is the course you really need if you want to fly a turbo-prop, turbine helicopter or pure jet aircraft. I don't know why this course is titled 'Basic' by the NZCAA as the syllabus is extremely comprehensive. This course consists of 22 Lessons and
    fully complies with the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority Part 61 Licence requirements. Each lesson has a quiz at the end and a full trial exam is also offered at the end of the course. The course cost is $399 Incl. GST.
            
    
    
    

    
    
    
        
    
            
    
        
    

        
    
            
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    About CBT Systems
    CBT Systems Ltd is a dedicated Theory Training Provider for the Aviation industry in New Zealand. Our Computer Based Training Courses are orientated specifically around the New Zealand Civil Aviation (NZCAA) examination syllabus for each pilot licence subject.  A large number of people struggle with huge volumes of manuals that require careful study. Our on-line training courses have been specifically developed to ensure that students who are more attuned to 'visual learning' can experience and readily understand difficult concepts by easily explained visual presentations.
    More than a qualification
    Aviation by its very nature depends upon highly trained and skilled and motivated people. This means that you need sound tuition right from the start of your career to ensure that later courses of training are more easily understood. There are no 'short cuts' in aviation. At CBT Systems our focus is ensuring that students have a highest level of training possible to ensure success. We consider the NZCAA licence syllabus to be the minimum standard required and our courses are designed to a higher standard. After all ‘Knowledge is Power’.
    Gateway/STAR Aeroscience Programme
    The CBT Systems Secondary School Gateway/STAR Aeroscience Programme offers the ideal quick start. It positions students for a career as a pilot and opens other career path options too. For example: meteorologist, aeronautical engineer, air traffic controller and many more. It also applies practical science – a perfect match with your existing curriculum.
    Experience Aviation Engineering at NMIT and find out how you can make your career fly.
    "CBT Systems ‘Aeroscience’ program provides a great pathway to NMIT’s two-year programme of hands-on learning with real aircraft at the RNZAF Woodbourne Base in Blenheim. Students come from all over the country to learn the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the commercial aeronautical engineering industry. Book a Career Conversation with us today to chat about your learning pathway."
    Airways New Zealand - Air Traffic Controller Training
    "Airways New Zealand has reviewed the CBT Systems ‘Aeroscience’ program for secondary schools and supports its goals, content, and the focus of this program as a lead-in or preparatory course for studies in air traffic control, including the New Zealand Certificate in Air Traffic Services (Level 5)."

    Careers in Aviation
    Airlines are now starting to emerge from the effects of Covid19. As a Pilot it typically takes 5-6 years to obtain your first airline pilot job from  the time you start your flight training, so you should not delay your training. 
    There are also numerous career path options in aviation that are not pilot specific. It is estimated that for every pilot, there are 100 related aviation professionals. Here is a presentation by Massey Aviation providing an overview of the many exciting aviation related career pathways available to you:
    Massey University School of Aviation
    "While Massey University is not affiliated with CBT Systems, we do provide a number of tertiary courses in the area of aviation, and by doing a Gateway or a Structured Course such as what you are doing now through CBT Systems, that provides a nice gateway into doing tertiary studies with an institution such as ours."

    I hear - I forget, I see - I remember!
    I hear - I forget, I see - I remember!
    The Benefits of Visual Learning and Teaching
    Introducing a consistent visual component to the curriculum can:
    • help students better engage with the materials
    • increase retention by 29-42%
    • develop higher-order thinking skills
    • hone fundamental abilities that enable students to see and conceptualize visuals clearly
    • enhance tactile hand-eye-mind connections that improve the ability to recall facts and retain learning
    • serve the unique needs of learners who process information primarily through visuals, as well as increase learning for all students.
    Ref: https://www.insightresources.org/2019/04/26/why-visual-learning-and-teaching

    Private Pilot Licence Syllabus Requirements
    In the ‘olden’ days, the NZCAA PPL Syllabus requirement was so small that only one book was required. Today’s Private Pilot can be rated to fly a huge variety of aircraft with varying degrees of sophistication.  The introduction of new subject matter over a long number of years now means that serious consideration must be given to a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) knowledge base. The Private Pilot Licence syllabus requirement specified by the NZCAA PPL Syllabus can be downloaded from the NZCAA website here: https://www.aviation.govt.nz/rules/advisory-circulars/show/AC61-3
    Time to complete
    The CBT Systems standard time frame to complete the course and pass the Aspeq licence assessment is set at three months from enrollment. Should you have any special requirements please contact us to discuss. Our objective is to ensure that you pass the course! Obviously, we will be more flexible during this difficult (Corona  Virus) period. The 'Aeroscience' Schools program is tailored to meet the School Term Year and external examination requirements.

    ATTENTION SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
    There are now two Aviation related Gateway Courses that are available for Secondary School Students:
    • The ‘Aviation Gateway Flying Programme’
    And
    • The new CBT Systems ‘Aviation Gateway Aeroscience Program’
     The Flying Program continues (as normal) delivering a good general course for students to discover the world of aviation (Recommended for Year 11&12) , while the‘Aeroscience Program’ is a more demanding theory training course specifically targeted at Year 13 students (from Term 1 - 2021) who may be interested in an Aviation Related Career or the skill set that may be gained from the more specific subject matter.
    The 'Aeroscience' Program 
    Specifically, the ‘Aeroscience Program’ delivers the following:
    •  Students do not have to want a career as a pilot – they can still engage in the program and gain a minimum of 20 NCEA Credit points at Level 3.
    •  Students who may wish to become a pilot can obtain up to 33 NCEA Credit points at Level 3.
     The flyer explaining the main points and the enrollment form with program costs can be downloaded at:
    https://www.serviceiq.org.nz/schools/gateway-training/aviation-gateway-aeroscience-programme
    On-line Advantages
    Our On-line subjects contain the most interesting and interactive medium to ensure that you understand the subject matter including multi-choice practice exams. The 'Practice exams' are similar to the type of questions you may get in the real examinations. Each 'mock' exam is made up from large banks of questions that are randomly generated. The mock exams are available to you free of charge once you enroll for each subject.

    Private Pilot Licence
    We offer you: 
    "Self Directed Learning" where subjects are available online 24/7 
    * Student reference manuals are provided for each subject. 
    *  Mock exams are included as an integral part of each subject.
    Suggested study order:
     For Aeroclub or Flying School Student: Flight Radio Telephone Operator, Aviation Law, Navigation, Human Factors, Meteorology, Aircraft General Knowledge.
    For a 'Schools Program' - Aeroscience' student:  Meteorology, Human Factors, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Radio Telephone Operator, Aviation Law, Navigation.
    How to Register for our courses
    For the 'Aeroscience' Program see your Careers Advisors. All other students can easily enroll for our subjects by logging to the site (from the top right Login Button). This will send you to the Paypal link. Note you do not have to pay by Paypal as there is a facility for credit card payment in this window. Private Pilot Licence Subjects costs are found on the enrollment page and are Incl GST.
    PPL Refresher Training Special
    2020 Refresher Training Course Now available:
    Cost $59 (Incl GST)
    Rating course now available: 
    The Basic Gas Turbine Course
    This is the course you really need if you want to fly a turbo-prop, turbine helicopter or pure jet aircraft. I don't know why this course is titled 'Basic' by the NZCAA as the syllabus is extremely comprehensive. This course consists of 22 Lessons and fully complies with the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority Part 61 Licence requirements. Each lesson has a quiz at the end and a full trial exam is also offered at the end of the course. The course cost is $399 Incl. GST.