The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) is designed to prepare graduates for employment as maintenance technicians in general aviation, corporate aviation, airlines or aerospace manufacturers. In addition to traditional aircraft maintenance courses, the curriculum emphasizes modern aircraft systems.
The AAS in Aviation Maintenance Technology prepares students for advancement beyond basic certification as maintenance technicians in general aviation, corporate aviation, airlines or aerospace manufacturing. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, current aircraft technology and systems, as well as legacy aircraft.
The AAS in Aviation Maintenance Technology constitutes the first two years of the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Technologies Leadership.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the Admission Requirements for Associate Degrees.
Special Considerations
- Due to specific Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements, the AAS AMT may not meet FAA certification eligibility until graduation. All students must meet with an Aviation Technology Division (ATD) academic advisor prior to beginning any AMT program of study and are to meet each semester for the purpose of reviewing their academic progress and planning future courses.
- Students are required to have their own basic hand tools for work in AMT lab classes.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete the General University Requirements for Associate Degrees.
- Complete the General Education Requirements for Associate of Applied Science Degrees.
- Complete the following major requirements:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| AMT A170 | Aircraft Ground Operations and Safety | 1 |
| AMT A171 | Basic Aerodynamics | 2 |
| AMT A172 | Aircraft Publications, Regulations, and Records | 2 |
| AMT A174 & A174L | Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics and Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics Lab | 4 |
| AMT A175 | Drawing and Precision Measurement | 1 |
| AMT A176 | Aircraft Materials and Processes I | 2 |
| AMT A181 & A181L | Aircraft Fuel Systems and Aircraft Fuel Systems Lab | 4 |
| AMT A186 | Aircraft Non-Destructive Inspection Methods | 2 |
| AMT A274 & A274L | Aircraft Electronic Systems and Instruments and Aircraft Electronic Systems and Instruments Lab | 5 |
| Complete one of the following concentration areas: | 18-19 | |
Airframe Concentration | ||
| Aircraft Sheetmetal Structures and Aircraft Sheetmetal Structures Lab | ||
| Aircraft Fluid Power Systems and Aircraft Fluid Power Systems Lab | ||
| Aircraft Auxiliary and Avionics Systems and Aircraft Auxiliary and Avionics Systems Lab | ||
| Aircraft Bonded Structures and Aircraft Bonded Structures Lab | ||
| Aircraft Materials and Processes II | ||
| Airframe Assembly and Inspections and Airframe Assembly and Inspections Lab | ||
Powerplant Concentration | ||
| Aircraft Powerplant Theory | ||
| Aircraft Electrical Machinery and Aircraft Electrical Machinery Lab | ||
| Aircraft Powerplant Repair and Overhaul and Aircraft Reciprocating Engine Overhaul Lab | ||
| Aircraft Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Lab | ||
| Aircraft Propeller Systems | ||
| Aircraft Powerplant Installation and Operation and Aircraft Powerplant Installation and Operation Lab | ||
| Total | 41-42 | |
A minimum of 60 credits is required for the degree.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Students graduating with an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in general aircraft maintenance skills.
- Demonstrate proficiency in emphasis area skills: airframe or powerplant.
- Demonstrate knowledge of aircraft engines, structures, and systems, as well as appropriate FAA regulations.
- Demonstrate knowledge of industry information: current status, segments and opportunities.
- Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.