Powerplant Technology, C.A.S.

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

Program Purpose

This One Year Powerplant Technology Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) in the Aviation Technology Program provides students an opportunity to complete their eligibility for FAA certification for Powerplant Mechanic within a 12 month time frame.

Student Learning Outcomes

The aviation maintenance industry demand for certified aircraft technicians greatly exceeds the current supply, both locally and nationally. An entry level certified aircraft powerplant technician ( 1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of $52,195. Senior level certified aircraft powerplant technicians (8+ years of experience) earn an average salary of $89,604.

Opportunities

Upon completion of this Certificate of Applied Science in Powerplant Technology students will be marketable for employment to the local aircraft maintenance industry. Once employed, if they so desire, they will be able to pursue additional training to become eligible for an “add-on” FAA Airframe Mechanic Certification as their time allows.

Required Courses (41 Hrs)

AVIO 1110 - Aircraft Power Generation & Distribution Systems 3 hr(s).
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).
AVMT 1109 - Aviation Electronics 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2201 - Reciprocating Engines and System 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2203 - Reciprocating Engine Maintenance and Return to Service 5 hr(s).
AVMT 2204 - Aircraft Propeller and Control Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2205 - Turbine Engines and Systems 3 hr(s).
AVMT 2207 - Turbine Engine Maintenance and Inspection 3 hr(s).
~ENGL 1104 - Written English I 3-4 hr(s). (“C” or higher required for graduation)
MTH 1208 - Technical Mathematics 3-4 hr(s).

Model Schedule (41 Hrs)

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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