Effective Fall 2024

This curriculum prepares students for employment as airframe and powerplant maintenance technicians. The major provides the student a unique combination of theory and practical applications on a wide variety of aircraft. The course work stresses practical application and troubleshooting of powerplant and airframe structures. Graduates will be eligible to take the required examinations for the Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance Certificate.

Career Opportunities

Employment as maintenance technicians for commercial aviation, general aviation, aviation repair stations and manufacturer's services. With work experience, a graduate may advance into a position such as maintenance supervisor, manufacturer service representative, product development technician, and accident/equipment failure investigator.

Special Equipment Needs

See program Tool List for major.

Laptop Computer Required

  • Windows 11 or higher (recommended).
  • Intel Core i5 or i7 (generation 10 or higher) processor (recommended).
  • 8+ GB RAM (recommended).
  • 250+ GB Solid State Disk (SSD) drive (recommended).
  • Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
  • Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
  • Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
  • Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services Service Desk available for assistance).
  • Chromebooks and other devices running Chrome OS are prohibited.

Remediation Strategies

All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Students are expected to remediate any deficiencies as explained in the College Catalog (see https://www.pct.edu/catalog/admissions-policy).

Students will not be allowed to enroll in any required AVI-designated courses until remediation of MTH004 is complete.

Program Goals

A graduate of this major should be able to:
  • master the theoretical knowledge and demonstrate the applied skills to successfully complete the requirements for the FAA General, Powerplant, and Airframe exams.
  • demonstrate proper safety procedures and follow all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • understand and demonstrate the professional and ethical standards appropriate in the aviation industry.
  • be prepared for employment in the field of aviation maintenance and repair, employment in a related industry, or continuing education.

Performance Standards

The following grading system is applied to all AVI-designated courses. There is no rounding of grades.

A = 90 – 100
B = 80 – 89.99
C = 72 – 79.99
D = 70 – 71.99
F = 69.99 and below

Curriculum

First SemesterCreditsNotesLectureLab/ClinicalM/SType
FYE101First Year Experience 1.50 1.50 SREQ
AVI100Aviation Practices I 21 3 MREQ
AVI105Aviation Practices II 21 3 MREQ
AVI110Aviation Fundamentals I 21 3 MREQ
AVI115Aviation Fundamentals II 21 3 MREQ
AVI120Aviation Science I 21 3 MREQ
AVI125Aviation Basic Electricity I 21 3 MREQ
AVI140Aircraft Reciprocating Engines 42 6 MREQ
ENL010Communications 33 SREQ
or
ENL111English Composition I 33 SREQ
TOTAL CREDITS 20
Second SemesterCreditsNotesLectureLab/ClinicalM/SType
AVI130Aviation Science II 21 3 MREQ
AVI135Aviation Basic Electricity II 21 3 MREQ
AVI145Aircraft Turbine Engines 42 6 MREQ
AVI150Aircraft Engine Fuel Metering Systems 21 3 MREQ
AVI155Aircraft Engine Ignition Systems 21 3 MREQ
AVI160Aircraft Engine Systems 42 6 MREQ
MTH011Career Mathematics 32.50 1.50 SREQ
TOTAL CREDITS 19
Third SemesterCreditsNotesLectureLab/ClinicalM/SType
AVI165Engine Electrical Systems 42 6 MREQ
AVI170Aircraft Engine Troubleshooting & Inspection 42 6 MREQ
AVI200Vintage Aircraft Structures 21 3 MREQ
AVI205Sheet Metal Aircraft Structures 42 6 MREQ
AVI210Composite Aircraft Structures 21 3 MREQ
TOTAL CREDITS 16
Fourth SemesterCreditsNotesLectureLab/ClinicalM/SType
AVI215Airframe Systems I 42 6 MREQ
AVI220Airframe Systems II 21 3 MREQ
AVI225Rotary Wing Systems & Maintenance 21 3 MREQ
AVI230Advanced Aircraft Electrical Systems 42 6 MREQ
AVI335Airframe Electronic & Instrument Systems 21 3 MREQ
AVI340Airframe Inspection 21 3 MREQ
TOTAL CREDITS 16

Additional Information

Certification: Federal Aviation Administration, approved under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 147.