Course Descriptions
General Program
 (Pre-requisite for Airframe and Powerplant)
Airframe Program

Powerplant Program
Avionics Program

Course Description

General Program - 480 Clock Hours

Mathematics - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

mathematics. The student will solve mathematical problems consisting of volume, area, ratio,

percentage, and extract roots. They also perform algebraic operations involving algebraic

addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers.

Weight and Balance - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application

of aircraft weight and balance. Topics include weighting an aircraft, calculating the center

of gravity, and revising the weight and balance after equipment changes.

Maintenance Records and Regulations - This subject area is the study of the theory

 and practical application of maintenance forms and records, maintenance publications, and

mechanic privileges and limitations. The topics include recording logbook entries for minor

repair, major repair, inspection, Airworthiness Directive compliance, and Service Bulletin

compliance, obtaining information from type certificate data sheets, listing information from a

 supplemental type certificate, identifying selected Federal Aviation Regulations, determining the

 applicability of Airworthiness Directives, and demonstrating the use of Advisory Circulars, using

aircraft manuals and publications to locate maintenance information, researching the

requirements to qualify for an airframe and/or powerplant technician certificate, and determining

the privileges of an airframe and powerplant technician.

Non Destructive Testing - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of non-destructive testing. The topics include performing visual, dye penetrant,

magnetic particle, eddy current, and ultrasonic non-destructive testing. Emphasis will be

placed on inspecting welds on selected materials and making precision measurements using

a micrometer.

Material and Processes - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of tools, materials and processes used on the aircraft. The topics include

demonstrating proper use of a ruler, selecting and using a torque wrench, performing safety

wiring, identifying aircraft hardware, explaining metal numbering system, and determining

proper heating treatment methods.

Aircraft Drawing - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application

of aircraft drawing, The topics include identifying symbols to interprets diagram

information, interpreting dimensions and tolerances using drawings, making a sketch of

repairs/alterations made to an aircraft, and locating specific data using graphs and charts.

Ground Handling - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

aircraft ground handling. The student will tie down an aircraft, determine aircraft fuel

quantity, prepare an aircraft for towing, and start and ground operate an aircraft.

Basic Electricity - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

basic electricity. The student will determine resistor value by using color code, identify

electrical symbols, calculate voltage drop, demonstrate the use of test equipment, and

troubleshoot an electrical fault.

Physics -This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of physics. The

student will calculate force, pressure, and area problems; determine the effects of temperature

on aircraft performance and mechanical advantage of pulleys and gear; and explain

Bernoulli's principal as applied to wing aerodynamics.

Fluid Lines and Fittings -This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of the aircraft fluid line and fittings. The student will bend tubing to

specifications; form a bead on tubing; identify tubing defects; and fabricate, test, and install

a hose and a line.

Corrosion Control -This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

corrosion control. The student will identify different types of corrosion, demonstrate

corrosion removal, and perform corrosion prevention treatment.

Employability Skills - This subject area is the study of the practical applications of

obtaining employment. Topics include securing information about aviation employment

opportunities, formulating a letter of introduction, completing an employment application,

preparing a resume, completing a letter of resignation, participating in a job interview, and

preparing a portfolio.

Course Description

Airframe Maintenance Technician Program - 960 Clock Hours

Flight Theory - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of the

theory of flight. The student will be able to explain the factors that affect lift, the

aerodynamic laws of physics, how lift occurs over an airfoil, list and explain types of drag,

explain difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical airfoils, and define and

demonstrate Bernoulli's principle and Newton's third law.

Assembly and Rigging -This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of the flight control assembly and rigging for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. The

student will fabricate a control cable, jack an aircraft, inspect, balance, and rig primary and

secondary control surfaces, demonstrate the use of a tension correction temperature conversion

chart, and use proper tools and equipment to assemble the components of a cable and rod

operated flight control system.

Wood, Fabric and Finishes - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of aircraft wood structures, aircraft fabric covering and aircraft finishes. The

student will identify woods used for structures, identify wood defects, repair wood structures.

The students will inspect, test, and repair fabric and fiberglass, and demonstrate the

technique used to test fabric and fiberglass for strength. The student will identify and apply

aircraft finishing materials, determine proper location of aircraft registration markings,

inspect aircraft finishes and demonstrate methods to correct defects, and identify parts and

proper care of spray equipment.

Aircraft Inspection - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application

of aircraft inspections. The student will perform an airframe conformity and airworthiness

inspection, complete a 100-hour inspection and make proper maintenance record entries, and

determine maintenance procedures required to return the aircraft to service.

Sheetmetal -This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of the

aircraft sheetmetal structures and how they are fabricated. The student will form, layout,

bend, and rivet sheetmetal structures; select, install, and remove special sheetmetal fasteners;

use drawings, bend allowance formulas, and required tools to layout and fabricate a

specified project; and inspect, check, service, and repair doors, windows, and interior

furnishings.

Composites -This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

composite materials used in aircraft structures and repairs. The student will inspect, test and

repair fiberglass, honeycomb, composite, and laminated primary and secondary structures;

install and remove fasteners in composite material; inspect, test, and repair plastics; and

perform window repairs.

Welding - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of welding

aircraft structures. The student will demonstrate metal cleaning methods, select appropriate

welding equipment, setup welding equipment, demonstrate a butt weld, and select the

correct repair method for the repair of a tubular structure.

Hydraulics and Pneumatics - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of the hydraulic and pneumatic power supply systems and components. The

student will identify hydraulic fluids, perform hydraulic and pneumatic power systems

components inspections, service, troubleshoot, and repair components.

Landing Gear - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of the

landing gear systems, shock struts, brakes, wheels, tires, and nose wheel steering systems.

The student will perform a landing gear retraction test, check landing gear alignment, service

a strut, overhaul a brake master cylinder, service a nose gear steering system, and inspect and

assemble a wheel assembly.

Communication and Navigation - This subject area is the study of the theory and

practical application of the communications and navigation systems, autopilot, approach and

coupling systems, radar beacon transponders, flight management computers, antennas,

emergency locator system (ELT), and ground proximity warning systems (GPWS). The student

will identify antenna types, inspect antenna installations, check and service ELT batteries, and

inspect and installed communication and navigation equipment.

Fire Protection and Fuel Systems - This subject area is the study of the theory and

practical application of fire extinguisher, fire, smoke, carbon monoxide detection systems,

aircraft fuel systems, fuel quantity indicating systems, fuel pressure and temperature warning

systems. The student will inspect a bi-metallic thermal fire/overheat warning switches, check

a thermocouple fire detector, troubleshoot a continuous loop fire/overheat detector, inspect

smoke detectors, check carbon monoxide detectors, and inspect and installed fire

extinguisher agent container and associated plumbing. The student will inspect integral,

bladder, and metal fuel tanks; troubleshoot a fuel pressure warning system; service a fuel

strainer; remove and inspect fuel boost pump; and inspect and repair a fluid quantity

indicating system.

Instrument Systems - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application

of heading, speed, altitude, and temperature pressure; position indicating on board test

equipment; and directional position indicating instrument systems. The student will perform

a pitot static check; determine correct instrument range markings; service vacuum system

filter; swing a magnetic compass; remove, inspect, and reinstall cockpit instruments, and

mechanical and electrical heading speed; altitude, temperature, pressure, and position

indicating systems to include the use of built-in test equipment. The installation of

instruments and perform a static pressure system leak test.

Airframe Electrical Systems - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of electrical systems and components. The student will perform electrical system

operational checks and use prescribed test equipment to locate system faults. Demonstrate

the use of growler and proper test equipment to measure generator output. The student will

demonstrate the how to use a wire load chart to select and install switches, circuit breakers,

terminals, connectors, and wiring; and check and service landing lights, anti-collision lights,

and navigation lights.

Position and Warning - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of the speed, landing gear and flight control position and warning systems. The

student will troubleshoot a landing gear position and warning system, check an ant-skid system,

inspect stall warning and airspeed warning systems.

Cabin Atmosphere - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application

of the pressurization oxygen systems, combustion heaters, air cycle air conditioning and

vapor cycle air conditioning systems. The student will inspect components of a vapor cycle

air conditioning system; troubleshoot an air cycle air conditioning system; repair a

combustion heater system; perform oxygen system repairs; inspect the outflow valve; and

remove, inspect, and reinstall pressurization system components.

Ice and Rain Removal - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of de-ice, anti-ice, and rain control systems. Student will check a thermal anti-icing

system, inspect a heated windshield, troubleshoot a pitot heater system, service a windshield

rain clearing system, and determine the proper operation of a de-ice system.

Course Description

Powerplant Maintenance Technician Program - 960 Clock Hours

Reciprocating Engine Theory - This subject area is the study of the theory and

practical application of reciprocating engine operation. The student will be able to identify engine

types, list the events of the Otto cycle, compute cubic inch displacement and compression

ratio, determine valve overlap, and cylinder position, and calculate indicated horsepower and

brake horsepower.

Reciprocating Engine Overhaul - This subject area is the study of the theory and

practical application of reciprocating engine overhaul. The student will service and check an

engine in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and determine its condition;

disassemble, inspect, clean, measure, and repair a reciprocating engine; reassemble a

reciprocating engine to manufactures specifications and complete a test run.

Turbine Engine Theory - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of turbine engine operation. The student will be able to explain the operation of a

turbine engine, list the elements of the Brayton cycle, explain the difference between the types

of turbine engines, identify the sections of a turbine engine, compute the thrust output of a

turbine engine, and check a turbine driven auxiliary power unit.

Turbine Engine Overhaul - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of the overhaul of a turbine engine. The student will disassemble, clean, inspect, and

repair a turbine engine; reassemble the engine maintaining the required tolerance; and check the

engine in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

Engine Removal and Installation - This subject area is the study of the theory and

practical application of engine removal and installation. The student will remove an engine from

an aircraft, prepare an engine for installation, install an engine, inspect engine mounts, rig engine

controls, perform an engine operational check, and make necessary log book entries after

engine change.

Troubleshooting - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

engine operation, troubleshooting, and repair. The student will check, troubleshoot, and repair a

turbine engine; check compression; set idle mixture; make a cold cylinder check; measure

crankshaft runout on a reciprocating engine; perform an operational check of an engine; and

check propeller for proper tracking.

Engine Inspection - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

engine inspections. The student will perform powerplant conformity and airworthiness, prepare

inspection checklist, perform an inspection, prepare an inspection report for a reciprocating and

turbine engine, inspect an engine for sudden stoppage, inspect a propeller, and make proper log

book entries.

Ignition Systems - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

reciprocating and turbine ignition systems and components. The student will overhaul a

magneto; check ignition leads; install, and time a magneto; determine the correct spark plugs

for an engine; remove, clean, and reinstall a set of spark plug; and check a turbine ignition

system.

Fuel and Metering Systems - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of reciprocating and turbine engine fuel systems and components. The student will

overhaul a carburetor, install a carburetor, adjust carburetor idle speed and mixture, inspect a

turbine engine fuel system and fuel control for security and leaks, and rig fuel turbine engine fuel

control.

Lubrication Systems - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical

application of engine lubrication systems. The student will troubleshoot, repair, drain, and service

an oil system; disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble an oil pump; inspect an oil screen;

replace an oil filter; and adjust an oil pressure relief valve.

Engine Electrical - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

engine electrical systems. The student will perform electrical load analysis; select correct circuit

protector; select proper size wire for a given electrical circuit; fabricate a wire bundle; secure a

wire bundle; overhaul an electrical starter; remove, inspect, and reinstall an engine driven

generator/alternator; and inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair turbine engine starter system.

Engine Instruments - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application

of engine instruments. The student will convert the percent of revolutions per minute to

revolutions per minute, check thermocouple leads values, check instrument range markings,

remove and reinstall engine instruments, troubleshoot a rate of flow indicating system, and

check a manifold pressure gauge for correct static pressure.

Propellers - This subject area is the study of the theory and practical application of

propellers. The student will demonstrate the use of a protractor; inspect a propeller; repair

propeller damage; lubricate a propeller; balance a propeller; remove, service, install, and adjust a

propeller governor; and perform an operational check on a constant speed propeller.

Engine Cooling, Induction, and Exhaust Systems - This subject area is the study

of the theory and practical application of engine cooling systems, induction systems, exhaust

systems and thrust reverser systems. The student will troubleshoot engine cooling systems,

check engine cowl flap operation, inspect cylinder baffles, and troubleshoot engine cooling

system malfunctions and determine corrective action. The student will service an induction filter;

inspect an induction manifold; explain the operation of supercharger systems; inspect heat

exchangers, superchargers, and turbine engine airflow and temperature control systems; and run

engine and check carburetor heat. The student will inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and

repair an exhaust system; inspect exhaust cones for defects and check a trust reverser for

proper operation.

Fire Protection - The student will inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair an engine

fire detection; check proper pressure; correct hydrostatic inspection date, and installation

security of an on-board fire extinguisher bottle.

 

Course Description

Avionics Program - 2120 Hours

Soldering and Basic Laboratory Practices - This block of instruction is a study of

the basic skills associated with safety in all areas of electronics, laboratory practices, tool

usage, and soldering techniques.

Employability Skills - This block of instruction is a study of employment search

techniques, resume writing, interviewing skills, work ethics and follow up procedures.

Entrepreneurial Skills - This block of instruction is a study of the basic concepts for

starting and operating a small business. Areas included are licensing a business,

identifying start up capitol, preparing a business plan, employee relations, and business

management.

Direct Current Circuits - This block of instruction is a study of the theory of Direct

Current Circuits (DC Circuits) and participation in laboratory experiments using DC

Circuits.

Basic Computer Usage - This block of instruction is the study of basic concepts of the

microcomputers including the operating system and software programs such as word

processing, database, programming language, and spreadsheets.

Alternating Current Circuits - This block of instruction is the study of the theory and

application of Alternation Current (AC) in electronic circuits. The laboratory projects

demonstrate the operation of AC circuits.

Solid State Devices - This block of instruction is the study of the theory of solid-state

electronic devices used in modern day electronic circuits. The laboratory projects require

developing and testing various circuits.

Digital Circuits - This block of instruction is the study of digital circuits, which is the

present technology, used in pulse circuits and in the operation of the computer. The

laboratory requires developing and testing various circuits.

Microprocessors - This block of instruction is the study of digital circuits used in

industrial and consumer equipment, and microprocessors. Areas of focus include

microcomputers, and industrial micro controllers used in dedicated computer

applications.

Analog Circuits - This block of instruction, we will apply the skills acquired in the

preceding areas of study to Analog Circuits. Laboratory projects require building circuits

used in common electronic equipment, analyzing and testing circuits, and developing the

skills to correct problems.

Radio Repair Stations - This block of instruction is the study of FAA regulations that

set the standards and operation procedures to be followed when establishing a business

that will be involved in the repair of aircraft electronics or electrical equipment.

Aircraft Electrical Systems - This block of instruction is the study of the design,

operation, trouble shooting, and repair of the aircraft electrical systems.

Line and Bench Maintenance - This block of instruction is the study of the techniques

used in the basic operation, trouble shooting, and repair of aircraft communication and

navigation electronic equipment.

Installing Avionics Systems - This block of instruction is the study of basic aircraft

structures as related to the location and mounting of the electronic equipment used in

aircraft. The student will study the fabrication of interconnect cables, connectors,

hardware, FAA regulations, weight and balance, and installation of antennas.

Calibration of Test Equipment - This block of instruction is the study of the testing and

calibration of the test equipment used in the repair and certification of the electronic

equipment used in aviation.

AM & FM Transmitter - This block consists of instruction in the study of theory,

operation, trouble shooting, and repair of basic types of radio transmitters used in

communication and repair of basic types of radio transmitters used in communication and

navigation equipment installed on aircraft.

AM & FM Receiver - This block consists of instruction in the study of theory, operation,

trouble shooting, and repair of basic types of radio receivers used in communication and

navigation equipment installed on aircraft.

AM & FM Transceiver - This block consists of instruction in the study of theory,

operation, trouble shooting, and repair of basic types of radio transceivers used in

communication and navigation equipment installed on aircraft

Electromagnetic Wave Emissions - This block of instruction is the study of the theory

and operation of antennas and the transmission of the electromagnetic wave in the

atmosphere.

Line and Bench Maintenance of Radio Navigation Systems - This block of

instruction is the study of the techniques used in the basic operation, trouble shooting, and

repair of aircraft radio communication and navigation electronic systems and equipment.

Line and Bench Maintenance of Radar Systems - This block of instruction is the

study of the techniques used in the basic operation, trouble shooting, and repair of aircraft

weather radar, global positioning systems, and active radar tracking systems used in

aviation.

Operation of Area Navigation Systems - This block of instruction is the study of the

theory and operation of area navigation systems, very high frequency omni range direction

finders, distance measuring equipment and global positioning systems.