(Note: existing program from 1970s, need Regional Consortium endorsement documentation)
This program prepares students to enter employment as a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified mechanic in the aircraft maintenance industry. Students must receive a minimum grade of "C" or better in all required courses and each of the FAA subject areas as listed in the Code of Federal Regulations to qualify for the degree or certificate. Successful completion of this program enables students to take the FAA mechanic certification examinations with an Airframe and Powerplant rating. FAA certification as an Aircraft Mechanic is required for employment in this field. Excellent opportunities for employment exist in this area of training.
Anticipatednumber of annual completers: 24
2020-2021 | 2021-2022 | ||||
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CB01: Course Department Number | CB02: Course Title | Annual # Sections | Annual Enrollment Total | Annual # Sections | Annual Enrollment Total |
AMT-10 | Aviation Maintenance General A | 1 | 12 | 4 | 31 |
AMT-20 | Aviation Maintenance General B | 1 | 16 | 3 | 27 |
AMT-30 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe A | 4 | 26 | ||
AMT-40 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe B | 2 | 12 | ||
AMT-50 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe C | 3 | 20 | ||
AMT-60 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant A | 1 | 9 | ||
AMT-70 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant B | ||||
AMT-80 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant C |
Scheduledfor fall 2022
2022fa | |||
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CB01: Course Department Number | CB02: Course Title | Annual # Sections | Annual Enrollment Total |
AMT-10 | Aviation Maintenance General A | 2 | 12 |
AMT-20 | Aviation Maintenance General B | 2 | 9 |
AMT-30 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe A | ||
AMT-40 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe B | 2 | 7 |
AMT-50 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe C | 3 | |
AMT-60 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant A | ||
AMT-70 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant B | 2 | |
AMT-80 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant C | 3 |
The goals and objectives of this program is to prepare studentsfor entry-level positions in the field of aviation maintenance. Thisprogram is recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration as an approvedAircraft Maintenance Technician School.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will beable to:
Demonstrate an in-depth technical knowledge ofaircraft, aircraft systems, and operation.
Demonstrate appropriate technical skills, techniques, and accepted practicesnecessary for aircraft maintenance and repair.
Apply cognitive reasoning skills to aircraft systems analysis andtroubleshooting.
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the personal risks associated withaircraft maintenance and operation.
These program revisions are required by the FAA.
The program will utilize the college’s program review process forprogram monitoring and improvement as well as following all FAA regulations.The program meets twice annually with its industry-based advisory committee todiscuss industry/workplace needs and the enhancement of instructional programsto facilitate those needs. Discussionswill focus on specific skill sets desired by employers as well as currentindustry trends and issues with which students must be familiar upon programcompletion.
The college has all of the required resources to offer the programwithin existing facilities. The current instructional, library, and studentsupport services are adequate to meet the needs of this program. All facultyteaching in the program meet the minimum qualifications for teaching thecurriculum.
Requirements | Dept. Name/# | Name | Units |
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Required (52 units) | AMT-10 | Aviation Maintenance General A | 6.5 |
AMT-20 | Aviation Maintenance General B | 6.5 | |
AMT-30 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant A | 6.5 | |
AMT-40 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant B | 6.5 | |
AMT-50 | Aviation Maintenance Powerplant C | 6.5 | |
AMT-60 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe A | 6.5 | |
AMT-70 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe B | 6.5 | |
AMT-80 | Aviation Maintenance Airframe C | 6.5 |
Jessica Grimes · 07/26/22
Recommended by votes from the Steering Committee on 7/19/2022
Votes were certified on 07/26/22
Kris Costa · 06/22/22
Vote: Recommend
Jonna Schengel · 06/22/22
Vote: Recommend
Anthony Cordova · 06/23/22
Vote: Recommend
Bryan Tassey · 06/23/22
Vote: Recommend
Becky Barabe · 06/27/22
Vote: Recommend
Pedro · 06/28/22
Vote: Recommend
Steve Amador · 06/28/22
Vote: Recommend
David Clark · 07/13/22
Vote: Recommend
Nicole Griffin · 07/19/22
Vote: Recommend