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Aviation Maintenance

Associate of Applied Science: Aviation Maintenance Technology

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.

Program of Study

(Note: Semesters 1-3 are prerequisites or part of the general curriculum not listed in this specific view.)

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

Aviation Maintenance Technician Credentials

CTS: Airframe Mechanic Credentials
Course Code Course Title 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
Total CTS Credit Hours 32
CTS: Powerplant Mechanic Credentials
Course Code Course Title 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
Total CTS Credit Hours 32

AAS Degree Composition

Total Program Hours: 70

  • Aviation Maintenance Courses: 52 semester credit hours
  • General Education Courses: 18 semester credit hours
    • ENGL 1013
    • MATH 1213/1103
    • PHSC 1023
    • Social/Behavioral Science elective
    • SACSCOC-accepted Humanities elective (English Literature, History, Humanities, or Philosophy)
    • One other General Education course from any category

Note: Either the Airframe or Powerplant technical courses may be taken first depending on offerings and availability.

Contact Information

For more information, contact the Technical Education Division at 225-216-8367.