Aviation Maintenance Technology
email: amt@bigbend.edu
The Aviation Maintenance Technology program at BBCC is designed to prepare students for FAA airframe and powerplant maintenance certification and for employment in aviation maintenance careers. Courses offer quality training to serious and motivated students through a structured competency-based curriculum provided by industry experienced instructors. Instruction includes the basics of maintenance, servicing, inspection, repair, troubleshooting, and overhaul of aircraft airframes, powerplants, and their related systems and components associated with general and commercial aviation in the proper environment in which students may become professional aviation maintenance technicians.
Students are required to furnish their own hand tools and purchase their own texts; estimated cost of tools and books is $1,500 to $2,500.
Note: All aviation maintenance courses are subject to change as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. BBCC courses and programs are suggested curricula to meet the current FAA rules and regulations.
Degrees and Certificates
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Aviation Maintenance Technology AAS, Associate in Applied Science -
Airframe Maintenance Technician Certificate of Achievement, Certificate -
Airframe Mechanic I Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate -
Airframe Mechanic II Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate -
Aviation Maintenance – General Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate -
Composite Technician Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate -
Powerplant Maintenance Technician Certificate of Achievement, Certificate -
Powerplant Mechanic I Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate -
Powerplant Mechanic II Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate -
Powerplant Mechanic III Certificate of Accomplishment, Certificate
Courses
AMT 148: AMT General Electricity/Physics'
Credits 7This course covers the theory of basic electricity and applied Physics. This course is FAA approved under 14 CFR Part 147.
AMT 149: AMT Airframe Electricity
Credits 3AMT 150: AMT General
Credits 4 Max Credits 16This course will cover aviation applied physics, application of aircraft drawing, function of weight and balance control, operation and cleaning of aircraft, identification and application of aircraft materials. The use of maintenance forms and publications in the aviation industry. This course is approved under FAA Part 147.
AMT 151: Airframe Mechanic I
Credits 4 Max Credits 22AMT 152: Airframe Mechanic II
Credits 4 Max Credits 21AMT 153: Airframe Mechanic III
Credits 4 Max Credits 24AMT 154: Introduction to AMT General I
Credits 5This course will cover the use of aviation maintenance forms and publications in the aviation industry, Privileges and Limitations, Human Factors, and the use, care, and function of varies hand tools and measuring devices. The projects for the class include the use of varies tools to ensure proper use and safety. This course is approved under FAA Part 147.
AMT 155: Introduction to AMT General II
Credits 5This course will cover aviation application of aircraft drawing, identification and application of aircraft structure materials, Hardware and processes, and the use of Non-destructive testing methods in the aviation industry. This course is approved under FAA Part 147.
AMT 156: Introduction to AMT General III
Credits 5This course will cover aviation applied physics, function of weight and balance control, corrosion control and cleaning of aircraft, operation of aircraft for ground handling, and Fluid lines and fittings.
AMT 201: Aircraft Flight Controls and Metallic Structures
Credits 10This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of metallic aircraft structures, flight control surfaces, and flight control systems. This course is also designed to provide the students with an understanding of the inspection, repair, and maintenance practices of those structures, surfaces, and systems.
AMT 202: Non-Metallic Structures and Rotorcraft
Credits 10This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of non-metallic aircraft structures, such as wood, fabrics, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and other composite materials, along with various types of plastics found on aircraft such as windshields and windows. This course is also designed to introduce students to the basics aircraft finishing and of rotorcraft design, theory, and maintenance.
AMT 203: Aircraft Electrical Systems
Credits 5This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of the design, inspection, maintenance, and alteration of aircraft electrical power generating and storage systems.
AMT 204: Aircraft Instrumentation and Avionics Systems
Credits 6This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of the design, inspection, maintenance, and alteration of aircraft instrumentation and avionics systems
AMT 205: Aircraft Hydraulic/Pneumatic and Landing Gear Systems
Credits 8This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of aircraft hydraulic system design, components, and maintenance. This course is also designed to provide students with an understanding of aircraft landing gear systems, including fixed vs. retractable designs, position indicating systems, wheels/tires, and brake systems.
AMT 206: Aircraft Fuel Systems
Credits 2This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of the various parts of aircraft fuel systems, to include fuel storage, fuel feed, and fuel quantity indicating systems.
AMT 207: Aircraft Ice/Rain Control and Cabin Environmental Control Systems
Credits 4This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of aircraft ice and rain control systems and the maintenance requirements and practices of those systems. This course is also designed to provide students with an understanding of the design and maintenance of aircraft cabin environmental control systems.
AMT 208: Aircraft Water/Waste Systems and Airframe Inspections
Credits 5This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of aircraft water and waste systems. This course is also designed to provide the students with an understanding of the principles of various airframe inspections.
AMT 211: Reciprocating Engines 1
Credits 4This course introduces students to reciprocating (piston) aircraft engines. During this class they will learn about the history of the internal combustion reciprocating engine, theory, nomenclature, and how it applies to the aviation field. Once the students are familiar with the basics of the reciprocating engine they will proceed to the lab to disassemble an engine. NOTE: General portion of the ACS completed or FAA Form 8610-2 has been signed
AMT 212: Reciprocating Engines 2
Credits 7This course continues the instruction of reciprocating (piston) aircraft engines. Lecture will include reciprocating engine lubrication and types of lubricating oils, while LAB will consist of continuation of their assigned engine from AMT 211- inspect, reassemble, install it onto a runstand, and configuring the engine monitoring systems.
AMT 213: Reciprocating Engine Induction, Cooling, and Exhaust
Credits 3This course explains reciprocating (piston) aircraft engine Induction, Exhaust, and Cooling systems. During this class they will learn about different types of each system including how they function, inspected, and maintained.
AMT 214: Reciprocating Engine Fuel Systems
Credits 4This course contains reciprocating (piston) aircraft engine fuel systems. During this class they will learn about the different ways a reciprocating engine meters fuel and air mixtures and why it is important. Lecture will include theories of operation for carburetors, pressure carbs, and fuel injection systems. Lab will include full carburetor overhauls with functional checks and fuel injection system inspections, maintenance, and operation.
AMT 215: Reciprocating Engine Ignition Systems
Credits 4This course contains reciprocating (piston) aircraft engine ignition systems. During this class they will learn about how timed internal combustion is obtained. Lecture will include theory, operation, and maintenance of magnetos and modern electronic ignition systems. Building on previous courses this will also include overall reciprocating engine troubleshooting. LAB will require students to perform magneto maintenance and install on an engine. They will continue to operate the engine to troubleshoot and repair any discrepancies encountered.
AMT 216: Aircraft Propellers
Credits 4This course introduces aircraft propellers. During this class they will learn about the history of the propeller and how it was improved over time including additional components. LAB will include inspection, maintenance, and repairs of various propeller types.
AMT 217: Turbine Engines
Credits 4This course introduces students to Gas-Turbine aircraft engines. During this class they will learn about the history of the gas-turbine engine, theory, nomenclature, and how it applies to the aviation field. Once the students are familiar with the basics of the gas-turbine engine they will learn about the modern variations and applications of the turbine engine. LAB will include identifying various turbine engine components and explaining the functions of each
AMT 218: Turbine Engine Airflow
Credits 2This course explains how a turbine engine can direct airflow internally and externally. During this class students will learn about bleed air and ways it can operate other systems on the aircraft including APU engines. This course also discusses internal airflow used for engine cooling and oil seals. Lab will consist of turbine ice and rain protection, thrust reversers, and a hot section inspection.
AMT 219: Turbine Fuel Metering
Credits 2This course explains how to regulate a turbine engine fuel system. During this course students will learn different types of fuel metering systems from hydromechanical, hydropneumatic, and electronic computing systems. LAB will include the removal, inspection, installation, and rigging / trimming of a fuel control unit. Students will also perform maintenance on other turbine specific related fuel system components.
AMT 220: Turbine Ignition, Starting, and Lubrication Systems
Credits 4This course explains the operation of the turbine engine ignition and starting systems that allow an engine to obtain self-sufficient combustion. Students will learn how the ignition system functions and understand the dangers involved. They will also learn about different types of starting systems including electric and pneumatic. Turbine engine lubrication systems and oil types will also be discussed. Lab will consist of removing, inspecting, and installing a turbine engine starter along with a turbine engine 100 hour inspection.
AMT 249: AMT Motors, Generators, and Alternators
Credits 2This course contains FAA curriculum Knowledge and Risk Assessment requirements from the Mechanics ACS for both Airframe (AM.II) and Powerplant (AM.III) Certificate of Completion. Students will develop an understanding of the operation of generators, alternators, DC motors, and AC motors, and their repair and overhaul.
AMT 250: AMT Fire Systems
Credits 2This course contains all the FAA Fire Protection ACS elements required for both Airframe (AM.II.M) and Powerplant (AM.III.E) certification.