Aviation Mechanics: Powerplant, A.A.S.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: (AMP-AAS)
College Certificate: (AMP-CERT)

About the Program

The Aviation Mechanics Associate of Applied Science and College Certificate degree program offers two options: Airframe and Powerplant. Courses are conducted in partnership with the Michigan Institute of Aviation Technology (MIAT). Successful completers will be granted credit toward the Associate of Applied Science degree.

The program is designed to prepare students for entry into a variety of occupations, which require competence in the two basic areas of airframe and powerplant technology. Students completing the college certificate or the Associate of Applied Science Degree program will be qualified to obtain a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificate to be licensed as an airframe or powerplant technician. Students seeking career advancement in the field or transfer to a four-year institution should elect the Association of Applied Science Degree. Students who wish to prepare only for the FAA license should select the Certificate.

This Program Offers:

• Associate of Applied Science: Mechanical Powerplant: 97 credit hours
• College Certificate: Powerplant Aviation Technician: 48 credit hours

Powerplant Program Goals

• To teach and prepare students for individual credentialing by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to be licensed as a powerplant technician
• To teach students the basic principles of aviation mechanical safety as it applies to airframe and powerplant repair

Powerplant Program Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate proficiency in analyzing, troubleshooting and repair servicing all systems of the powerplant to include; reciprocating and turbine engines, auxiliary power units, instruments, fire protection systems, electrical systems, cleaning and lubrication systems, fuel metering and fuel systems, ignition, starting and systems, cooling induction systems, exhaust and reverser systems and propeller and unducted fans
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing aircraft weight and balance, major and minor repairs and alterations, cleaning and corrosion control and ground operations
• Demonstrate advanced math concepts and use of appropriate tools and equipment to perform powerplant maintenance and repair services in accordance with the federal aviation industry standards and guidelines
• Identify, describe and proficiently complete powerplant maintenance forms and records
• To prepare students for individual credentialing by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) General Powerplant written, oral and practical exams with a 70% or better proficiency rate and attain a mechanics certificate with powerplant ratings

Powerplant Certificate Goals

• To teach and prepare students for individual certificate credentialing by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to be licensed as an airframe technician
• To teach students the basic principles of aviation mechanical safety as it applies to airframe and/or powerplant repair

Powerplant Certificate Outcomes

• Students will be able to demonstrate an applied understanding of the basic principles to analyze, troubleshoot and repair servicing systems of the powerplant

Admission Requirements

Students are required to do the following:

• Fulfill all WCCCD admission requirements
• Fulfill course placement requirements based on the ACCUPLACER^® assessment
• Complete a WCCCD Program Application and submit to the Campus Academic Officer