Nov 21, 2024

Fall 2024 Academic Catalog

Aviation Maintenance Technology, A.A.S.

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Dr. Brad Gilbert, Aviation Maintenance Technology Program Coordinator
(304) 367-4800
Brad.Gilbert@pierpont.edu

Program Purpose

The Aviation Maintenance Technology A.A.S. Degree provides training in aircraft technology. Students will learn to perform maintenance, remove & replace components, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft systems. They will also learn to develop plans to analyze and develop solutions for aircraft problems using approved maintenance materials. This program focuses on the areas of knowledge required to be qualified to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 147 tests. It prepares graduates to successfully complete the three written tests required by the FAA. After successful completion of the written exams, the graduate will complete an Oral & Practical exam that will qualify them for an FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A & P) Certificate that is good for life. The technical areas of study focus on the mechanical aspects of aircraft airframes, power plants, and all supporting aircraft subsystems. Students will learn to work on a wide range of aircraft, from small general aviation aircraft to transport category aircraft.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the A.A.S. degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology, graduates will be able to do the following:

Demonstrate the ability to research, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft and aircraft components
Demonstrate the ability to correctly read, understand, and apply Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and other FAA documentation
Successfully complete a series of FAA written national certification exams. These are three separate exams that are classified as the General, Airframe, and Power Plant exams. (General, Airframe, & Power Plant)
Successfully complete an end of program FAA oral and practical exam administered by an FAA Designated Mechanic Examiner (D.M.E.) for national certification

To remain in and graduate from the Aviation Maintenance Technology program, a student must earn a “C” grade or above in every required class in the AVMT and AVIO curriculum

Opportunities

Upon completion of the FAA tests, the graduate will be issued a temporary FAA certificate while awaiting their permanent license by the FAA at Oklahoma City.

Graduates with the Associate of Applied Science degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology are qualified for entry-level positions to work as Airframe and Power Plant Technicians (AMT). They will be approved for work on small aircraft, corporate aircraft, helicopters, and transport category aircraft.

Graduates will be qualified to work at many worksites, including third-party maintenance facilities, overhaul and repair facilities, airlines, and fixed base operations.

Credit hours taken in this Associate degree program may be applied towards a Bachelor degree program in Aviation Maintenance Management. Check with Bachelor’s Degree Institutions in advance.

Required Courses (68 Hrs)

Model Schedule - Powerplant Priority (68 Hrs)

Fall First Year (15 Hrs)

AVMT 1101 - Introduction to Aviation Maintenance 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1102 - Aircraft Regulations & Publications 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1103 - Aviation Shop Practices 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1105 - Aircraft Utility Systems 3 hr(s).
~MTH 1207 - Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics 3-4 hr(s).

Spring First Year (15 Hrs)

AVIO 1110 - Aircraft Power Generation & Distribution Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1109 - Aviation Electronics 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2201 - Reciprocating Engines and System 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2202 - Aircraft Sheet Metal Structures 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1104 - Written English I 3-4 hr(s). (“C” or higher required for graduation)

Summer I First Year (3 Hrs)

AVMT 2205 - Turbine Engines and Systems 3 hr(s).
OR
AVMT 2206 - Aircraft Fluid Power and Landing Gear Systems 3 hr(s).

Summer II First Year (3 Hrs)

AVMT 2205 - Turbine Engines and Systems 3 hr(s).
OR
AVMT 2206 - Aircraft Fluid Power and Landing Gear Systems 3 hr(s).

Fall Second Year (17 Hrs)

AVMT 2203 - Reciprocating Engine Maintenance and Return to Service 5 hr(s).
AVMT 2204 - Aircraft Propeller and Control Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2207 - Turbine Engine Maintenance and Inspection 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1109 - Technical Report Writing 3 hr(s). (“C” or higher required for graduation)
OFAD 1150 - Computer Concepts and Applications 3 hr(s).

Spring Second Year (15 Hrs)

AVMT 2208 - Cabin Atmosphere & Utility Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2209 - Airframe Inspection and Flight Control Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2210 - Non Metallic Structures 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2211 - Aircraft Avionics and Information Systems 3 hr(s).
~PSYG 1101 - Introduction to Psychology 3 hr(s).
-OR
~SCY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology 3 hr(s).

Model Schedule - Airframe Priority (68 Hrs)

Fall First Year (15 Hrs)

AVMT 1101 - Introduction to Aviation Maintenance 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1102 - Aircraft Regulations & Publications 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1103 - Aviation Shop Practices 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1105 - Aircraft Utility Systems 3 hr(s).
~MTH 1207 - Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics 3-4 hr(s).

Spring First Year (15 Hrs)

AVIO 1110 - Aircraft Power Generation & Distribution Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 1109 - Aviation Electronics 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2201 - Reciprocating Engines and System 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2202 - Aircraft Sheet Metal Structures 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1104 - Written English I 3-4 hr(s). (“C” or higher required for graduation)

Summer I First Year (3 Hrs)

AVMT 2205 - Turbine Engines and Systems 3 hr(s).
OR
AVMT 2206 - Aircraft Fluid Power and Landing Gear Systems 3 hr(s).

Summer II First Year (3 Hrs)

AVMT 2205 - Turbine Engines and Systems 3 hr(s).
OR
AVMT 2206 - Aircraft Fluid Power and Landing Gear Systems 3 hr(s).

Fall Second Year (15 Hrs)

AVMT 2208 - Cabin Atmosphere & Utility Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2209 - Airframe Inspection and Flight Control Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2210 - Non Metallic Structures 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2211 - Aircraft Avionics and Information Systems 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1109 - Technical Report Writing 3 hr(s). (“C” or higher required for graduation)

Spring Second Year (17 Hrs)

AVMT 2203 - Reciprocating Engine Maintenance and Return to Service 5 hr(s).
AVMT 2204 - Aircraft Propeller and Control Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2207 - Turbine Engine Maintenance and Inspection 3 hr(s).
OFAD 1150 - Computer Concepts and Applications 3 hr(s).
~PSYG 1101 - Introduction to Psychology 3 hr(s).
OR
~SCY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology 3 hr(s).

Notes to Degree Plan

The AVMT FAA Capstone Review Class AVMT 2215 is offered Summer 1 of each year to prepare second-year AMT Majors for the FAA written, oral and practical A & P certification exams. This class, while highly recommended, is not an FAA certificate requirement.
All first semester classes (AVMT 1101 , AVMT 1102 , & AVMT 1103 ) are prerequisites for all subsequent classes.
Must have grades of “C” or better in all AVMT, AVIO and ENGL courses for graduation.

Notice to All Students

Annual Notification: All career and technical education courses and programs are offered at Pierpont regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.
Advanced Skill Set and Skill Set programs do not qualify for financial aid. Students seeking financial aid eligible degrees may incorporate the classes as electives when their schedule allows or may declare an associate or certificate degree in which the skill set and advanced skill set courses are embedded.
Students are reminded to review campus policies and procedures as stated in the catalog.

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Aviation Maintenance Technology, A.A.S.

Program Purpose

Student Learning Outcomes

Opportunities

Required Courses (68 Hrs)

General Studies (15 Hrs)

Required Courses (53 Hrs)

Optional Elective Courses (1-6 Hrs)

Model Schedule - Powerplant Priority (68 Hrs)

Fall First Year (15 Hrs)

Spring First Year (15 Hrs)

Summer I First Year (3 Hrs)

Summer II First Year (3 Hrs)

Fall Second Year (17 Hrs)

Spring Second Year (15 Hrs)

Model Schedule - Airframe Priority (68 Hrs)

Fall First Year (15 Hrs)

Spring First Year (15 Hrs)

Summer I First Year (3 Hrs)

Summer II First Year (3 Hrs)

Fall Second Year (15 Hrs)

Spring Second Year (17 Hrs)

Notes to Degree Plan

Notice to All Students