Aircraft Technician
Nonmetallic Structures (AMTA 1200)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
2.00
Description:
You will take a hands-on approach in this course, working with a variety of nonmetallic materials for aircraft painting and finishing. You will learn about a variety of aircraft applications, including plastic, fiberglass, honeycomb and composite constructions.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Sheet Metal Structures (AMTA 1209)
Total Credits:
5
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course covers basic sheet metal structures and their repair. You will learn to use fasteners and tools to make repairs caused by stresses and loads.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Aircraft Welding (AMTA 1214)
Total Credits:
1
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course gives you the ability to recognize acceptable welds.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Airframe Inspection (AMTA 1236)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
In this course, you will learn to inspect, service and maintain an aircraft in order to keep it in airworthy condition.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Assembly and Rigging (AMTA 1244)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
In this course, you will gain knowledge and experience for in-flight aircraft on both fixed and rotary wing aircraft. By integrating the theory of nomenclature and rigging procedures, you will also learn about the effects of flight control systems.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Hydraulics and Pneumatics (AMTA 2316)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers hydraulic systems and pneumatic systems, system components, system operation and servicing. You will learn the basic principles of hydraulics and how to perform maintenance work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Landing Gear Systems (AMTA 2321)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to properly inspect, check, service, and repair landing gear retraction systems, shocks, struts, brakes, wheels, tires and steering systems. This course also introduces you to the operations and purposes of position and warning systems.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Environmental Systems (AMTA 2324)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers the theory and maintenance of aircraft interior and exterior environmental systems, including pressurization, air conditioning, heaters, supplemental oxygen systems, ice prevention and rain removal systems.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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A.C. Electrical Equipment (AMTA 2329)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers the theory, operation, minor maintenance, and inspection of aircraft communication and navigational systems with emphasis on installation and inspection of radios and antennas. You will learn the basics of A.C. electricity, A.C. meters and measurements, solid-state devices, capacitors, inductors, transformers, and A.C. circuits.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Introduction to Aviation Maintenance (AMTG 1100)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
You will review programs, policies, procedures, and publications in aircraft maintenance technology.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Materials and Processes (AMTG 1111)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
2.00
Description:
This class covers hardware, materials, and hand tools used in the construction, repair and maintenance of aircraft, including metal alloys and their heat treatment.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Weight and Balance (AMTG 1121)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
In this course, you will learn to weigh an aircraft, calculate empty weight, and perform Empty Weight Center of Gravity calculations and record-keeping.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Aircraft Drawing (AMTG 1122)
Total Credits:
1
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers basic drawing knowledge, practices, and application to help you understand and create basic drawings and sketches.
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Basic D.C. Electricity (AMTG 1125)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
3.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers the basics of D.C. circuits, Ohm's Law, and multimeters and their use. You will learn to maintain, install, and remove both the lead-acid and ni-cad batteries used in current aircraft.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Reciprocating Engines (AMTP 2151)
Total Credits:
6
Lecture Credits:
3.00
Lab Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course provides learning opportunities that enable you to gain a thorough knowledge of reciprocating engine types, construction, nomenclature, operating principles, component inspections, and manufacturers' overhaul procedures and requirements.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Turbine Engines (AMTP 2159)
Total Credits:
6
Lecture Credits:
3.00
Lab Credits:
3.00
Description:
This course covers the fundamentals of aircraft gas turbine engines, including the theory, design, construction, operating principles, inspection and maintenance fundamentals of aircraft gas turbine engines. You will also cover overhaul, removal and installation, troubleshooting techniques, and the maintenance fundamentals of aircraft gas turbine engines.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Powerplant Inspection (AMTP 2190)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
2.00
Description:
This course provides training and practice in the procedures and techniques of powerplant inspections.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Powerplant Systems (AMTP 2266)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course enables you to gain a thorough knowledge of induction, cooling, lubricating, and exhaust systems for both reciprocating and turbine engines, including engine turbocharging theory and maintenance.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Ignition Systems (AMTP 2270)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
2.00
Description:
This course covers ignition systems on reciprocating and turbine power plants. Attention is given to the requirements, design, and operation of magnetos and capacitor discharge ignition. Experience is provided in inspection, timing, repair and troubleshooting of the systems.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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Fuel Metering (AMTP 2274)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
1.00
Lab Credits:
2.00
Description:
This course is a study of the various types of devices used to properly introduce fuel into the engine. The material includes fundamentals, servicing and adjustments. Both reciprocating and gas turbine engines are covered.
Prerequisites:
Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051; placement into MATH 0070 or completion of MATH 0060.
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