CyberExams
Re-Training Periods for Professional
Examinations (Effective 03 March 2003)
Re-training periods
Failing an examination (exam) is indicative of a candidate's knowledge deficiency. This is a safety-related issue. Therefore CASA requires the unsuccessful candidate to undergo adequate re-training before re-attempting the exam.
The re-training timeframe for a subject exam will be determined by a matrix of 'score achieved' and the 'number of attempts' by the unsuccessful candidate. The following matrices show that continued failures shall require extended re-training periods in order to support the attainment of satisfactory standard of knowledge.
CPL, IREX, and with effect from 9 August 2004, ATPL & FE
The re-training period for an unsuccessful CPL, IREX, ATPL or FE exam attempt is tabulated as follows:
| Fails/Scores | 65* - 69*% | 51 - 64* % | 0 - 50 % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st fail | 7 days | 14 days | 28 days |
| 2nd fail | 14 days | 28 days | |
| 3rd fail | 28 days |
* For Air Law exam, add 10% as pass score is 80%.
AFR1 and AGRC Exams
The re-training period for an unsuccessful AFR1 or AGRC attempt is tabulated as follows:
| Fails/Scores | 70 - 74% | 51 - 69% | 0 to 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st fail | 7 days | 14 days | 28 days |
| 2nd fail | 14 days | 28 days | |
| 3rd fail | 28 days |
Continued Failures
Continued failures after the last listed re-training period in each score band in the above two tables will require the maximum re-training period for the respective table.
'Minimum'
The listed re-training period is the 'minimum' that a candidate shall observe before re-attempting a failed subject exam. The candidate is advised to consult the instructor on whether the 'minimum' period is adequate for his/her personal case. This ensures that the candidate may have adequate time to comprehensively reassess/analyse the knowledge-deficient areas, re-plan and re-train to a satisfactory standard before re-attempting any exam. This is best done with an experienced instructor.
Candidates should note that the likelihood of further failure cannot be discounted if a candidate elects to re-sit an exam without adequate and satisfactory re-training.
Importance of Planning and Preparation for an Exam
A failed attempt is generally due to inadequate or incorrect planning and preparation for the exam. Adequate time must be allocated to the thorough study and comprehension of a subject. The CyberExams system has significantly increased the availability of the ATPL, FE, CPL and Rating exams, providing candidates and training schools with greater flexibility in planning their training programmes.
The ATPL, FE, CPL and Rating exams are available on a considerable number of days in each week at most exam venues, compared to the previous system where exams were scheduled only once a month or every 2 months. By arrangement with the supervisor, a candidate now has the option to select a session on a day that may fit comfortably into his/her personal schedule.
The prodigious increase of exam availability on the CyberExams system fully supports thorough planning and preparation for an exam. The candidate is advised to fully prepare before attempting an exam.
Notification by CyberExams
The CyberExams system will calculate and manage this re-training requirement. The candidate's Result Advice will carry the information on the 'earliest date' for re-attempting the exam. If the earliest date falls on a non-business day, the system will issue the date for the first business day that follows.
The Responsibility of the Candidate
The automated system does not permit any reduction of the listed re-training period for any particular candidate. A candidate is personally responsible for planning and managing his/her own activities including the possibility of undergoing a re-training period to re-sit a failed exam.