High School

Aircraft Maintenance Technician Program

This program prepares students for employment as an aircraft mechanic.  Students who complete the Airframe and/or Powerplant Technician Program(s) are eligible to take the Federal Aviation Administration written and the oral examinations to become a certificated Airframe or Powerplant Technician.  High school students may complete the second program as an adult student.  The school is certificated by the FAA under Certificate #CT9T072R.

General                       The General curriculum is a one-year prerequisite for both the Airframe Technician and/or Powerplant Technician Programs.

Airframe                      The Airframe Technician Program is a two-year program consisting of an in depth study of aircraft structures and systems.

Powerplant                  The Powerplant Technician Program is a two-year program consisting of an in depth study of powerplant theory and maintenance of aircraft engine operations and systems.

Target Group               10th, 11th, and 12th Grade Students

Credit                          Nine Elective Credits (three year program)

Course Curriculum

General                                              Airframe                                            Powerplant

Math                                                                                                             Flight Theory                                                                                             Reciprocating Engine

Weight and Balance                                                                                Assembly and Rigging                                                                          Reciprocating Engine Overhaul

Materials and Processes                                                                        Wood Structures                                                                                       Turbine Engine Theory

Aircraft Drawing                                                                                     Aircraft Covering                                                                                    Turbine Engine Overhaul

Ground Handling                                                                                     Aircraft Finishes                                                                                      Engine Removal and Installation

Basic Electricity                                                                                        Aircraft Inspection                                                                                  Engine Operation, Troubleshooting, and Repair

Physics                                                                                                          Sheetmetal                                                                                                   Engine Inspection

Maintenance Forms and Records                                                       Composites                                                                                                 Ignition Systems

Maintenance Publications                                                                     Welding                                                                                                        Fuel and Fuel Metering Systems

Mechanics, Privileges, and Limitations                                            Hydraulics and Pneumatics                                                                 Lubrication Systems

Nondestructive Testing                                                                           Landing Gear                                                                                            Engine Electrical and Starting Systems

Hand Tools                                                                                                  Communication and Navigation                                                       Engine Instrument Systems

Fluid Lines and Fittings                                                                          Fire Protection                                                                                           Propellers

Corrosion Control                                                                                   Fuel Systems                                                                                               Engine Cooling Systems

Employability Skills                                                                                Instrument Systems                                                                                 Engine Induction Systems

 Airframe Electrical                                                                                 Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems

 Position and Warning                                                                            Fire Protection

Cabin Atmosphere                                                                                 

Ice and Rain Removal