Powerplant Technician Certificate
This FAA-approved program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the aviation engine maintenance industry. Graduates will meet education requirements for FAA testing for issuance of a powerplant certificate. Powerplant maintenance technicians are qualified to perform service or make repairs on all types and sizes of private and commercial aircraft propulsion systems. Related fields include aircraft and component manufacturing. Students are eligible for FAA certification testing upon completion of required technical credits.
Included in this program are academic courses in communication, quantitative reasoning, and social sciences that provide knowledge and abilities that enhance personal development and serve as a foundation for technical skills.
Note: Graduates must meet FAA literacy requirements and complete technical credits for FAA certification.
Note: Transfer students will have their transcripts evaluated by the Aviation Maintenance staff in accordance with FAR Part 147 to determine their qualification and placement in any of the Aviation Maintenance Technician programs.
Employability Requirements
Graduates must pass Federal Aviation Administration certification exams and meet literacy requirements.
Program Length
This program is approximately five quarters long, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements.
Admission Dates
Fall and spring quarters.
Completion Requirements
Prerequisite(s)
None.
Program Course List
| MAT 114 | Basic Mathematics, Basic Physics, Weight and Balance | 5 |
| AMT 109 | Basic Electricity | 4 |
| AMT 116 | Aircraft Drawings, Cleaning & Corrosion Control, Ground Operations & Servicing, and Fluid Lines & Fittings | 5 |
| AMT 119 | Materials & Processes | 5 |
| AMT 125 | Advanced Electricity | 4 |
| AMT 127 | Maintenance Forms & Records, Publications, and Mechanics Privileges & Limitations | 4 |
| AMT 142 | Hangar Operations & Maintenance | 3 |
| AMT 144 | Engine Electrical Systems | 5 |
| AMT 217 | FAA Testing & Turbine Engines | 7 |
| AMT 219 | Engine Lubrication Systems | 4 |
| AMT 221 | Engine Instrument Systems | 4 |
| AMT 224 | Powerplant Reciprocating Engine Theory | 6 |
| AMT 225 | Powerplant Maintenance & Operation | 6 |
| AMT 226 | Engine Fuel System & Fire Protection | 1 |
| AMT 228 | Engine Fuel Metering Systems | 5 |
| AMT 229CAP | Propellers & FAA Final Testing | 4 |
| AMT 231 | Engine Inspection | 4 |
| AMT 233 | Engine Ignition & Starting Systems | 4 |
| AMT 235 | Induction, Airflow, Cooling & Exhaust Systems | 3 |
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| English Composition | 5 |
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| Public Speaking | 5 |
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| General Psychology | 5 |
| COLL 102 | College Success for All | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 96-101 |
NOTE:
- In lieu of MAT 114, students may also take both AMT 104 and MAT 105 to satisfy the math requirement for the certificate.
- An additional 100 level math class is only required if students take AMT 104 instead of MAT 114.
- AMT 142 and AMT 239 are offered in winter quarter only.