Program Content

This program prepares students for employment or advanced training in the commercial and general aviation industry. Instruction is designed to prepare students for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) license examinations for Powerplant ratings. Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147 identifies minimum requirements for AMT schools. Any changes to the FAA-approved course content must be approved in advance. This program prepares students for employment as an Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technician.

The Aviation Maintenance Powerplant Technician 1 course is designed to build on the skills and knowledge students learned in the Aviation Maintenance General Technician course. Students explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional aviation mechanic. Students study reciprocating engines, turbine engines, inspection, instruments, fire-protection, electrical, lubrication, ignition, and starting systems.

The Aviation Maintenance Powerplant Technician 2 course is designed to build on the skills and knowledge students learned in the Aviation Maintenance Powerplant Technician 1 course. Students explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional aviation mechanic. Students study fuel, metering, induction, airflow, cooling, exhaust, reverser, propellers, inductors, auxiliary power units, FAA Powerplant Rating licensing, employability skills, and entrepreneurship.