Dr. Brad Gilbert
Aviation Program Coordinator
116 Robert C Byrd Aviation Center
304-367-4084
bgilbert@pierpont.edu
Program Purpose
The Aviation General Advanced Skill Set Certificate provides recognition for students who have completed two semesters of coursework required for the Federal Aviation Administration - Aviation Mechanic General Knowledge Written Examination, in addition to Math and English general education academic coursework.
The Aviation General Advanced Skill Set provides 750 contact hours of fundamental aircraft maintenance training and prepares students for entry-level apprentice positions in aviation maintenance. Students who have successfully completed the two semesters of coursework that are required for the Federal Aviation Administration - Aviation Mechanic General Knowledge Written Exam, as well as Math and English general education academic coursework, are eligible for the Aviation General Advanced Skill Set.
AVMT Admission Requirements
AVMT is a limited-enrollment program. To be eligible for admission, prospective students must apply to Pierpont Community and Technical College, select the AVMT major, and attend a mandatory AVMT information session. Eligible students must register to be considered officially enrolled. Enrollment will remain open until the number of registered students reaches the program’s capacity.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Aviation General Advanced Skill Set, graduates will be able to:
- Evaluate aircraft theory, basic aviation physics, fundamental aircraft structures, and the impact of human factors to ensure aircraft maintenance standards.
- Perform fundamental aircraft maintenance techniques related to sheet metal, basic electricity, reciprocal engines, and basic hand tool practices.
- Interpret aircraft drawings, apply aircraft ground operations and servicing practices, and demonstrate inspection concepts and techniques.
- Apply manufacturers’ and FAA technical publications, maintenance forms and records, weight and balance documentations, and Federal Aviation regulations to aircraft maintenance.
- Demonstrate college-level Math and English competency relevant to technical industry standards.
Opportunities
The Aviation General Advanced Skill Set Certificate provides opportunities for students to seek entry-level employment in areas such as aircraft maintenance apprentices, aircraft sheet metal fabricator, aircraft composites technicians, aircraft parts and stores positions, aircraft fuelers, and non-aviation related careers in the oil and gas industry, facilities maintenance, automotive industry, and other related technical trades.
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