Aviation Maintenance Technology
Winter 2018
Start
Fall, Winter
Additional Costs
Books | $300 |
Supplies and Equipment | $2700 |
* Estimate for six quarters. |
Program Description
Approved courses in both airframe and powerplant mechanics are offered to meet the Federal Aviation Administration requirements. General aircraft courses offered the first two quarters are prerequisites to both the airframe and powerplant phase of the program. Students receive a well-rounded education in general aircraft mechanics the first two quarters of the program. Third- and fourth-quarter course offerings include both lecture and lab courses in airframe repair, and fifth- and sixth-quarter offerings include lecture and lab courses in powerplant repair. Courses to satisfy the requirements for an AAS degree will be by arrangement.
Graduates of the program are eligible to take the FAA examination for both the Airframe and Powerplant licenses. A minimum of 1,900 attendance hours is required to take these exams.
Course of Study
- FAA requires 750 hours of attendance for the Airframe Maintenance Certificate
- FAA requires 400 hours of attendance for the General Aircraft Maintenance Certificate
- FAA requires 750 hours of attendance for the Powerplant Maintenance Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
- Qualified to take the FAA general, airframe, and powerplant tests.
- Able to perform the duties of a beginning certified mechanic with entry level skills in the repair, maintenance, inspection and overhaul of airframe and of aircraft powerplants, including electrical systems, sheet metal, welding, hydraulic systems, rigging and assembly, wood, fabric and finishes, propellers, ignition systems, lubrication systems, and general overhaul procedures.
- Able to use tools, equipment, methods, and procedures in repair, maintenance, and inspection of aircraft and powerplants.
- Able to meet the requirements for an AAS degree from Spokane Community College.
Career Opportunities
A licensed airframe or powerplant aviation maintenance technician may specialize in these areas: aircraft accessories, aircraft air conditioning and environmental control, aircraft engine overhaul, aircraft fabric repair, airframe overhaul, aircraft construction, aircraft and engine modification, helicopter maintenance, hydraulic specialist, and sheet metal repair. Potential positions include: airline aircraft maintenance technicians, A&P mechanics, military aircraft maintenance, self-employed aircraft operator, technicians, and sales.
AAS - SCC
Offered at Locations: Spokane Community College |
First Quarter |
ARCFT115 | Introduction to General Aircraft Maintenance | 5 |
ARCFT116 | Introduction to General Aircraft Maintenance Shop | 4 |
ARCFT117 | General Aircraft Maintenance | 5 |
ARCFT118 | General Aircraft Maintenance Shop | 4 |
MATH 100 | Vocational Technical Mathematics 1 | 3-4 |
| 21-22 |
Second Quarter |
ARCFT119 | Advanced General Aircraft Maintenance | 5 |
ARCFT120 | Advanced General Aircraft Maintenance Shop | 4 |
ARCFT135 | Basic Airframe Maintenance | 5 |
ARCFT136 | Basic Airframe Maintenance Shop | 5 |
| Related Education Requirement 2 | 3-4 |
| 22-23 |
Third Quarter |
ARCFT137 | Airframe Structures | 5 |
ARCFT138 | Airframe Structures Shop | 5 |
ARCFT139 | Airframe Systems | 5 |
ARCFT140 | Airframe Systems Shop | 5 |
| Related Education Requirement 2 | 3-4 |
| 23-24 |
Fourth Quarter |
ARCFT235 | Advanced Airframe Systems | 5 |
ARCFT236 | Advanced Airframe Systems Shop | 5 |
ARCFT237 | Integrated Airframe Powerplant Maintenance | 5 |
ARCFT238 | Integrated Airframe Powerplant Maintenance Shop | 5 |
| Related Education Requirement 2 | 3 |
| 23 |
Fifth Quarter |
ARCFT245 | Aircraft Engines I | 5 |
ARCFT246 | Aircraft Engines Shop I | 5 |
ARCFT247 | Aircraft Engines II | 5 |
ARCFT248 | Aircraft Engines Shop II | 5 |
| 20 |
Sixth Quarter |
ARCFT255 | Powerplant Systems and Components I | 5 |
ARCFT256 | Powerplant Systems and Components I Shop | 5 |
ARCFT257 | Powerplant Systems and Components II | 5 |
ARCFT258 | Powerplant Systems and Components II Shop | 5 |
| 20 |
Seventh Quarter |
| Additional Credits to Satisfy FAA Requirements 3 | 0-20 |
| 0-20 |
129-152 credits are required for the AAS |
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Additional Credits to Satisfy FAA Requirements 3 |
ARCFT275 | Theory and Review - Airframe or Powerplant 3 | 1-10 |
ARCFT276 | Airframe or Powerplant Shop 3 | 1-10 |
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1 | This course may be substituted with any course from the department pre-approved substitution list or any related course or combination of courses approved by the instructional dean. |
2 | This course may be chosen from a pre-approved departmental elective list or any related course or combination of courses approved by the instructional dean. A subtotal of 15 credits (a minimum of 3 in each category) in the related education areas of computation, written communication, and human relations/leadership is required for the AAS degree. |
3 | Available for students who have not accumulated 1900 hours or satisfied other FAA requirements. |
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Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.