Aviation Maintenance Technology

This course covers the theory of basic electricity and applied Physics. This course is FAA approved under 14 CFR Part 147.

This 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.

This 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. 

This 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. 

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of  the design, inspection, maintenance, and alteration of aircraft instrumentation and avionics systems

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This course contains all the FAA Fire Protection ACS elements required for both Airframe (AM.II.M) and Powerplant (AM.III.E) certification.