Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT), A.A.S.

HEGIS: 5302

Overview

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Aviation Maintenance Technician, is designed to prepare men and women for employment as maintenance technicians in the field of aircraft repair and maintenance in general aviation, corporate aviation, airlines or aerospace manufacturers.

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate proficient, entry-level aviation maintenance skills;
• Apply their knowledge of systems to evaluate FAA publications as to airworthy standard. Maintenance log recording will be completed to FAA standards;
• Exhibit proficiency in emphasis area skills: airframe or powerplant;
• Become competent in the skills, knowledge, and techniques necessary to successfully pass FAA oral and practical exams for certification;
• Demonstrate critical thinking technological competency, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work with others;
• Demonstrate competency in written communication, quantitative reasoning, and scientific reasoning.

Courses must be selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator.