Aviation Maintenance Technology

Fall 2025

Enrollment:

Fall, Winter

Degrees and Certificates

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Program Description

Approved courses in both airframe and powerplant mechanics are offered to meet the Federal Aviation Administration requirements. General aircraft courses offered in the first two quarters are integral to both the airframe and powerplant phases of the program. Students receive a well–rounded education in general aircraft mechanics in 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.
 
Coursework in written communication and human relations/leadership is required to satisfy the related education requirements for an AAS degree and these courses will be by arrangement. Computation is embedded within the program to meet AAS degree requirements.

Graduates of the program are eligible to take the FAA examination for both the Airframe and Powerplant licenses. 

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Qualified to take the FAA general, airframe, and powerplant tests.
  2. 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.
  3. Able to use tools, equipment, methods, and procedures in repair, maintenance, and inspection of aircraft and powerplants.
  4. Able to meet the requirements for an AAS degree from Spokane Community College.