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The Aviation Maintenance Technology Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree prepares students for careers in the aviation industry through extensive hands-on training and real-world laboratory experiences. The program provides the instruction and practical experience required by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations to become a Certificated Aviation Maintenance Technician with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Ratings.
Following FAA Part 147 guidelines, students receive training on fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft, reciprocating and turbine engines, aircraft structures, and aircraft systems while preparing for FAA written, oral, and practical examinations. Graduates are prepared for rewarding careers maintaining and repairing aircraft in one of the nation's most essential and high-demand industries.
Students who complete this AAS degree will have earned an Aviation Maintenance Tech: Airframe Certificate and an Aviation Maintenance Tech: Powerplant Certificate by completion. Graduates of this program are awarded an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.
Program Highlights:
Comprehensive FAA Curriculum: Learn from a structured curriculum that meets FAA Part 147 guidelines, covering both fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft, reciprocating and turbine engines.
Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience in our state-of-the-art facilities and labs, preparing you for real-world challenges in aircraft maintenance.
Certification Preparation: Prepare to ace the FAA’s written, oral, and practical tests to earn your Mechanic's certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings.
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree: Graduate with a recognized A.A.S. degree, enhancing your career prospects and opening doors to advanced opportunities in the field.
*This course is offered off-campus at the IWCC Aviation Center.
Job Outlook
173 Jobs (2025)
+8.3% Change from 2024-2025
Wage and employment data are from Lightcast (Q2 2026 data set), timeframe 2024–2025.
What will you do
Graduates may:
- Inspect aircraft structures, systems, and components to ensure airworthiness.
- Perform scheduled maintenance and preventative inspections on aircraft.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Service reciprocating and turbine engines.
- Repair and replace aircraft components, instruments, and accessories.
- Troubleshoot aircraft system malfunctions using technical manuals and diagnostic equipment.
- Complete maintenance documentation and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.
- Prepare aircraft for return to service following inspections and repairs.
- Maintain and repair both fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft.
Wages
Entry: $24.01
Average: $30.36
Experienced: $36.70
Wage and employment data are from Lightcast (Q2 2026 data set), timeframe 2024–2025.
First Semester | ||||
| AVM 120 - Aviation Mechanics General I | 7.0 Credit(s) | |||
| AVM 140 - Aviation Mechanics General II | 7.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 766 - Technical Math for Aviation | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 17.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| AVM 181 - Aviation Airframe I | 7.5 Credit(s) | |||
| AVM 182 - Aviation Airframe II | 7.5 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 110 - Writing For The Workplace * | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 18.0 Credits | ||||
Summer | ||||
| AVM 185 - Aviation Airframe III | 7.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 7.0 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| AVM 186 - Aviation Airframe IV | 7.0 Credit(s) | |||
| AVM 191 - Aviation Powerplant I | 7.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 195 - Workplace Empowerment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 17.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| AVM 192 - Aviation Powerplant II | 7.5 Credit(s) | |||
| AVM 193 - Aviation Powerplant III | 8.5 Credit(s) | |||
| SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 19.0 Credits | ||||
Summer | ||||
| AVM 194 - Aviation Powerplant IV | 7.5 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 7.5 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 85.5 | ||||
Notes:*May substitute for ENG 105 - English Composition I | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Recall information needed to pass the FAA’s written and oral tests for the general subject areas.
- Perform the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection needed to pass the FAA’s practical test for the general subject areas.
- Reference the applicability of the FAA regulations, specifications or type certificate data sheets, and the privileges and limitations of a mechanic with an Airframe Rating with respect to the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection of an airframe.
- Recall information needed to pass the FAA’s written and oral tests for the first seven airframe subject areas.
- Perform the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection of an airframe needed to pass the FAA’s practical test for the first seven airframe subject areas.
- Recall information needed to pass the FAA’s written and oral test for the last ten airframe subject areas.
- Perform the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection of an airframe needed to pass the FAA’s practical test for the last ten airframe subject areas.
- Reference the applicability of the FAA regulations, specifications or type certificate data sheets, and the privileges and limitations of a mechanic with a Powerplant Rating with respect to the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection of a powerplant or propeller.
- Recall information needed to pass the FAA’s written and oral tests for the first three powerplant subject areas.
- Perform the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection of a powerplant or propeller needed to pass the FAA’s practical test for the first three powerplant subject areas.
- Recall information needed to pass the FAA’s written and oral test for the last 12 powerplant subject areas.
- Perform the servicing, maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, alteration, and inspection of a powerplant or propeller needed to pass the FAA’s practical test for the last 12 powerplant subject areas.