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.

First Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
AMTA 1236 Aircraft Electrical 6
AMTA 1244 Aircraft Systems 4

Semester Total: 10

Second Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
AMTP 1116 Powerplant Accessories 6
AMTP 1126 Powerplant Systems 6

Semester Total: 12

Third 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.