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Aviation Maintenance Technology

If you like airplanes and enjoy fixing things with tools, a career as an aviation technician could be a good fit.

In this program, you’ll learn to inspect, service and repair airplanes and helicopters of all sizes. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved courses provide a well-rounded education in general aviation mechanics. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with aircraft structures, engines, hydraulics, electrical wiring, flight instruments and other aviation components and systems.

As a graduate of the program, you’ll be eligible to take the FAA exam for licensure in both airframes and powerplants. Whether you want to work on single-engine airplanes or large commercial jet aircraft, this program will prepare you for a multitude of career options with major airlines, manufacturers, repair stations, structural repair facilities and other organizations in the aviation industry.

 
Detailed Information

You will be required to provide a basic set of hand tools for use during the program. Tools cost between $1,000 and $1,500.

  1. Qualified to take the FAA general, airframe, and powerplant tests.
  2. Able to perform the duties of a beginning certified mechanic with entry level skills in the repair, maintenance, inspection and overhaul of airframe and of aircraft powerplants, including electrical systems, sheet metal, welding, hydraulic systems, rigging and assembly, wood, fabric and finishes, propellers, ignition systems, lubrication systems, and general overhaul procedures.
  3. Able to use tools, equipment, methods, and procedures in repair, maintenance, and inspection of aircraft and powerplants.
  4. Able to meet the requirements for an AAS degree from Spokane Community College.

Breaking Ground on Your Pathway


Plan Your Courses

Meet with our counselors to customize this plan just for you. You can also search the quarterly schedule for class days and times.

Placement

Math placement is not required for this program.
English placement is not required for this program.

This certificate provides students with both theory and practical lab applications in aviation physics and aerodynamics, aircraft weight and balance, aircraft ground handling, vocational mathematics, basic aircraft electrical circuits, aircraft inspection techniques, aircraft materials, and construction, and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and maintenance entries. Completion of this certificate is required before an Airframe and/or Powerplant Certificate can be issued.

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Total Program Credits: 40


Program Courses

First Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ARCFT115
Introduction to General Aircraft Maintenance  
5
ARCFT116
Introduction to General Aircraft Maintenance Shop  
5
ARCFT117
General Aircraft Maintenance  
5
ARCFT118
General Aircraft Maintenance Shop  
5
Total Credits
 
20

Second Quarter

Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ARCFT119
General Electricity & Electronics  
5
ARCFT120
General Electricity & Electronics Shop  
5
ARCFT135
Airframe & Powerplant Electrical Systems  
5
ARCFT136
Airframe & Powerplant Electrical Systems Shop  
5
Total Credits
 
20

Estimated costs for completing this program

 
WA Resident
Non-Resident
International
Tuition
$ 3,637
$ 4,181
$ 7,905
Books
$ 0
$ 0
$ 0
Course Fees
$ 144
$ 144
$ 144
Institutional Fees
$ 224
$ 224
$ 1,065
Total Costs
$ 4,004
$ 4,549
$ 9,113

Costs for completing a degree or certificate can vary. For more information about costs, visit our How Much Does it Cost? page.

Have a question? Let's hear it.

Alaynah Hardesty

Workforce Transition Specialist
Alaynah.Hardesty@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-7398

 

Andy Dodson

Department Chair
Andy.Dodson@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-8496

 

Ashley Purdin

Division Dean
Ashley.Purdin@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-7065

 

Brandon Livingston

Associate Division Dean
Brandon.Livingston@scc.spokane.edu
509-992-7023

 

John Yoon

Academic Counseling Liaison
John.Yoon@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-7356

 

Kira Fredricks

Pathway Specialist
Kira.Fredricks@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-8306

 

Landon Johnston

Academic Counseling Liaison
Landon.Johnston@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-7190