Associate of Applied Science
Program Overview
The Aviation Maintenance Technician program is designed to provide specialized classroom instruction and practical shop experience that prepare students for employment in a variety of jobs in the field of aviation maintenance. The curriculum includes training in maintenance practices, processes, structures, finishes, electrical systems, and aircraft systems. Students have the option to earn a technical diploma upon completion of all technical courses.
To receive any credential in this program, the student must:
- Complete the coursework listed below.
- Earn a “C” or better in all courses that are to be used toward the credential.
Fourth Semester
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMTA 1236 | Aircraft Electrical | 6 |
AMTA 1244 | Aircraft Systems | 4 |
Semester Total: 10
Fifth Semester
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMTP 1116 | Powerplant Accessories | 6 |
AMTP 1126 | Powerplant Systems | 6 |
Semester Total: 12
Sixth Semester
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMTP 1134 | Reciprocating Engine Overhaul | 4 |
AMTP 1144 | Turbine Engine Overhaul | 4 |
Semester Total: 8
Total Program Hours: 70
Credential | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|
AMTG 1016 | General Maintenance Practices | 6 |
AMTG 1026 | General Maintenance Processes | 6 |
AMTA 1216 | Aircraft Structures | 6 |
AMTA 1224 | Aircraft Finishes | 4 |
AMTA 1236 | Aircraft Electrical | 6 |
AMTA 1244 | Aircraft Systems | 4 |
Aviation Maintenance Technician, Airframe, CTS (32 Credit Hours)
Credential | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|
AMTG 1016 | General Maintenance Practices | 6 |
AMTG 1026 | General Maintenance Processes | 6 |
AMTP 1116 | Powerplant Accessories | 6 |
AMTP 1126 | Powerplant Systems | 6 |
AMTP 1134 | Reciprocating Engine Overhaul | 4 |
AMTP 1144 | Turbine Engine Overhaul | 4 |
Aviation Maintenance Technician, Powerplant, CTS (32 Credit Hours)
AAS, Aviation Maintenance Technology: all aviation maintenance courses (52 semester credit hours) and General Education courses (18 credit hours: ENGL 1013, MATH 1213/1103, PHSC 1023, Social/Behavioral Science elective, SACSCOC-accepted Humanities elective*, and one other General Education course from any category) Total Program Hours: 70
* Any approved General Education course in English Literature, History, Humanities, or Philosophy.
Note: Either the Airframe or Powerplant technical courses may be taken first depending on offerings and availability.
For more information, contact the Technical Education Division at 225-216-8367.