Aircraft Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics

Certificate

This program also covers the same information as the Aircraft General Mechanics certificate: common safety practices used when working on and around aircraft and related support equipment, how to identify and use applicable maintenance publications and documents, and knowledge and understanding of Federal Aviation Administration regulations.

Students also learn how to inspect, assemble and repair aircraft sheet metal and composite structures, as well as how to inspect, service, install and repair aircraft support systems, and how to inspect, service, install and troubleshoot aircraft instruments and communication/navigation equipment; and repair, inspect, assemble, troubleshoot and service reciprocating engines, turbine engines, and engine support systems.

Aircraft Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics courses are taught per the Federal Aviation Administration’s Federal Aviation Regulations Part 147 for FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician schools to allow a student to be qualified for Airframe and Powerplant certification.

Conditional Enrollment Program: You will be eligible to enroll in AVM courses once you have completed the requirement listed in Program Admission and the Department has authorized your enrollment. See the program director or advisor for more information.

Special Admissions Program: You are not fully admitted to this program until you have fulfilled the requirements listed above and have been officially admitted to the program. See the Aviation Program Assistant or Aviation Program Coordinator for details.

Title IV Financial Aid eligible: Yes

Academic Options

Continue your studies by taking additional aviation certificates or the Aviation Technology AAS degree.

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