Aviation Maintenance Technology

The objective of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Associate of Applied Science degree is for students to become qualified to enter careers in the fields of aviation servicing, maintenance, construction, and inspection. This degree prepares students to complete all requirements to qualify for, take, and pass the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licensing exams. Written, Oral, and Practical portions of the license exams are covered in depth.

Special Comments: The grading scale utilized in this program is set by the FAA. According to the FAA grading scale, the minimum grade required in all Aviation Maintenance Technology major-specific courses is 70%. All AMTG, AMTA, AMTP courses are FAA Certificated, all other courses listed (General Education) are not FAA Certificated.

To receive this degree, students must:

• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better in all credit hours that are to be used towards the degree.
• Earn a “C” or better in MATH 1213 /MATH 1103  and ENGL 1013 .
• Complete the coursework listed below.
• Complete every AMTG, AMTA, AMTP practical project with at least a 70%.

Program Outcomes. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

1. Demonstrate how to identify, troubleshoot, and repair powerplant faults.
2. Demonstrate how to identify, troubleshoot, and repair airframe deficiencies.
3. Demonstrate basic electrical and avionics competencies.
4. Demonstrate familiarity with required regulatory and documentation procedures used in aviation maintenance.