Airframe and Aircraft Powerplant Maintenance Technology - Evening (AS Degree S0951)
Technology and Health Division
Aircraft Maintenance Technology Department
This program prepares students to enter employment as certified powerplant technicians in the aircraft maintenance industry. Training is given in the overhaul of various powerplants and their components. Completion of this degree leads to an Associate in Science Degree or a Certificate. Excellent opportunities for employment exist in this area of training. Certain administrative, quality control, and flight personnel careers require the applicant to hold a valid A & P Certificate. This program offers a day (full-time) or evening (full-time) program option. The only difference between the two options is the course numbering and time required to complete the program. Day program courses AIRM 65A and 65B are equivalent to evening program courses AIRM 95A, 95B, 96A, 96B, 97A, 97B, 98A, and 98B. Day program courses AIRM 66A and 66B are equivalent to evening program courses AIRM 90A, 90B, 91A, 91B, 92A, 92B, 93A, and 93B. Students desiring a Bachelor’s Degree (transfer program) should consult with an advisor to discuss transferability of courses.
Successful completion of this program enables students to take the FAA examinations in Airframe, General, and Powerplant. Passing the General Exam plus the Airframe and/or Powerplant Exam provides certification as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician, which is required for employment in this field. Students desiring a bachelor’s degree (transfer program) should consult with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses
This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
Required Courses
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AIRM 70A | Aircraft Maintenance Electricity and Electronics | 3.5 |
| AIRM 70B | Aircraft Maintenance Electricity and Electronics | 3.5 |
| AIRM 71 | Aviation Maintenance Science | 6 |
| AIRM 72 | Aircraft Materials and Processes | 2.5 |
| AIRM 90A | Airframe Theory | 3 |
| AIRM 90B | Airframe Wood, Fabric, and Paint | 3 |
| AIRM 91A | Airframe Aluminum Repair and Plastics | 3 |
| AIRM 91B | Airframe Composites, Rigging, and Inspection | 3 |
| AIRM 92A | Airframe Hydraulics and Pneumatics | 3 |
| AIRM 92B | Airframe Fuel and Environmental Systems | 3 |
| AIRM 93A | Airframe Warning and Fire Systems | 3 |
| AIRM 93B | Aircraft Communication, Navigation, Radar, and Autopilot Systems | 3 |
| AIRM 95A | Aircraft Powerplant Theory | 3 |
| AIRM 95B | Aircraft Powerplant Inspection and Maintenance | 3 |
| AIRM 96A | Aircraft Turbine Engines | 3 |
| AIRM 96B | Aircraft Propellers | 3 |
| AIRM 97A | Aircraft Powerplant Instrumentation | 3 |
| AIRM 97B | Aircraft Powerplant Fuel Systems | 3 |
| AIRM 98A | Aircraft Power Plant Ignition Systems | 3 |
| AIRM 98B | Aircraft Powerplant Lubricating Systems | 3 |
| Total Units | 63.5 | |
Recommended Electives
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AIRM 74 | Aircraft Maintenance Technology - Work Experience | 2 |
| AIRM 80 | Laboratory Studies in Aircraft Maintenance Technology | 0.5 |
| PHYS 1 | Physics | 4 |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Connect learned theory with real-world problems and develop a logical solution to the problem.
- Locate, interpret, and apply technical data from industry manuals and apply that technical data to a maintenance situation.
- Determine several possible solutions for dealing with a given situation and then decide which solution(s) are ethical and which are not.
- Demonstrate proper use of aircraft repair equipment.
- Apply knowledge of aeronautics, aircraft maintenance, and aviation regulations.
- Inspect an aircraft/aircraft component and determine if the unit conforms to industry established standards.
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.
