AFPM F111      General Airframe and Powerplant
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Shop practices, basic math, applied physics, FAA regulations, basic electricity, aircraft weight and balance, ground operations and servicing, cleaning and corrosion control, and materials and process. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures Written, Oral and Practical Exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F165      Mathematics for AMTs
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

The course contains a thorough review of applied and technical mathematics, including common and decimal fractions and mixed numbers, extracting square roots and raising numbers to a given power; solving ratios, proportion and percentages; and performing fundamental algebraic operations as they relate to the construction of aircraft and their engines.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.8 + 1.2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F166      Fundamentals of Electricity and Electronics
3.5 Credits

Offered Fall

A course in electrical theory and concepts. The course is directed toward the needs of the aviation mechanic and includes the study of Ohm's Law, electrical circuits, diagrams, batteries and a variety of electrical components.

Prerequisites: Student must be enrolled in the Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or Aviation Maintenance AAS program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3.1 + 2.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F167      Physics for AMTs
1 Credit

Offered Fall

A study of the principles and applications of mechanics with emphasis placed on levers, sound, fluid and heat dynamics. Basic aircraft structures and aerodynamic principles will be covered.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.3 + 0.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F168      Aircraft Technical Drawings
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

A beginning course designed to build skill and knowledge of basic drafting. The student will learn to use drawings, symbols and schematic diagrams, make sketches of repairs and alterations, and use blueprint information, graphs and charts.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.6 + 0.9 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F169      Fluid Lines and Fittings
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

A practical course covering the study of rigid, semi-rigid and flexible fluid lines and fittings, including their fabrication and installation.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F170      Aircraft Materials, Hardware and Processes
4.5 Credits

Offered Fall

This course covers basic shop practices, including the selection, identification and installation of aircraft hardware and materials; precision measuring tools and operations; basic heat-treating processes; and forms of non-destructive inspections.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.9 + 4.3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F171      Cleaning and Corrosion Control
1 Credit

Offered Fall

This course covers the basic aircraft cleaning materials, methods and an in-depth study of aircraft corrosion control.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate and Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.3 + 1.3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F172      Federal Aviation Regulations and Publications
2.5 Credits

Offered Fall

Federal Aviation regulations for maintenance of aircraft. Includes: maintenance forms, records, publications, privileges and limitations of aircraft mechanics and human factors.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.3 + 2.3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F173      Weight and Balance
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

A study of weighing procedures, weights, arms, moments, center of gravity computations and placarding. The student will compute loading an aircraft, completing required forms and weigh an aircraft.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.4 + 1.1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F174      Ground Operations and Servicing
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

This course includes both theory and practice in the starting, moving, servicing, securing and fueling aircraft and the safety considerations of working with and around aircraft.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.1 + 1.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F205      Airframe Structures
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Aircraft wood, dope, fabric finishes, welding, sheet metal, assembly and rigging and inspection. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F206      Airframe System and Components
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Aircraft electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Landing gear, instruments, fuel, communication and navigation, cabin atmosphere control, and fire protection systems. Inspection, checking, troubleshooting, repair and servicing. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F215      MOS Powerplant Theory/Maintenance
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Jet engine fundamentals, analysis and testing. Inspecting turbo jets, turbo shaft and turbo fan engines. Overhaul, inspection and fundamentals of reciprocating engines. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F216      MOS Powerplant System/Components
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Fuel metering, induction systems, propellers, control systems and powerplant electricity. Repair, inspection, service and troubleshooting. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F217      FAA Airframe & Powerplant Test Preparation
9 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Preparation for the FAA Mechanics General, Airframe, Powerplant written, oral and practical exams.

Prerequisites: Must meet the experience requirements of 14 CFR 65.77 as evidenced by an approved FAA Form 8610-2.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 7.5 + 3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F236      Aircraft Electrical Systems
4 Credits

Offered Summer

An overview of AC and DC airframe and powerplant electrical systems: wiring, control, indication and protection devices. Inspection, troubleshooting, service and repair of these systems including engine electrical systems and repair and service of electrical generating systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.9 + 5.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F237      Airframe Fuel Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

A practical course covering the inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft fuel systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 1.6 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F238      Aircraft Fire Protection Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

This course covers basic fire science and the inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft and engine fire detection and extinguishing systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F239      Aircraft Instrument Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

This course covers inspection, troubleshooting, removal and replacement of aircraft and engine instruments and indicating systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.1 + 1.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F241      Transport Category Aircraft Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

Introduction to transport category aircraft systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F242      Aircraft Reciprocating Engines
6 Credits

Offered Spring

A survey of the history, development and construction of various types of aircraft reciprocating engines. The student will engage in the repair, inspection, operation and troubleshooting of engines.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4.4 + 8.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F243      Ice and Rain Control Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Inspection, operation and troubleshooting of de-ice and anti-ice systems and rain removal systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.6 + 0.8 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F247      Turbine Engines
4 Credits

Offered Spring

Development, theory and operation of modern gas turbine engines. Included is the study of engine design, performance, accessories and subsystems along with an investigation of engine maintenance and overhaul.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3.4 + 5.2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F268      Communication and Navigation Systems
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Operation of aircraft avionics, autopilots and antennas including their inspection and installation.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.6 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F269      Ignition and Starting Systems
2 Credits

Offered Summer

Inspection and troubleshooting of reciprocating and gas turbine ignition systems and electrical starting systems, in addition to repair and bench testing of components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.6 + 3.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F273      Environmental Systems
1 Credit

Offered Spring

This course covers the operation, inspection, troubleshooting, service and repair of aircraft pressurization, air conditioning, heating and oxygen systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.6 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F274      Engine Fuel Metering Systems
3 Credits

Offered Spring

This course covers the history, development and fundamental operation of fuel metering systems in aircraft powerplants. Technical data is used to inspect, troubleshoot, adjust and repair carburetors, fuel injection components and turbine engine fuel control units and the associated fuel system.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 2.9 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F275      Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
2 Credits

Offered Spring

This course covers the operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their uses in aircraft. Included is the identification of hydraulic fluids, seals, hydraulic and pneumatic control devices, inspection and servicing and troubleshooting of systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.4 + 2.9 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F276      Propellers
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

This course includes identification, nomenclature and aerodynamic theory of aircraft propellers. Operation, control and repair of both reciprocating and turbine engine installations will be covered.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.9 + 1.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F277      Landing Gear Systems
3 Credits

Offered Spring

This course covers the operation of mechanical and hydraulic retraction mechanisms, steering and anti-skid systems and the inspection, service and repair of those systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.2 + 3.2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F279      Non-Metallic Structures
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course covers the inspection and repair of non-metallic structures used in aircraft including: wood, plastics, upholstery and various types of composite structures. This course does not include aircraft fabric covering.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.2 + 1.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F281      Aircraft Fabric Covering and Finishes
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course includes the selection, application, inspection and testing of fabric coverings as well as the selection of aircraft finishing materials such as primers, paints and dopes.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.8 + 3.6 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F283      Aircraft Sheetmetal Structures
3 Credits

Offered Spring

This course teaches the techniques of aircraft sheet metal fabrication, inspection and repair.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.6 + 5.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F285      Aircraft Welding
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course teaches the use of contemporary welding methods on aircraft structures. This includes oxy-acetylene, inert gas and brazing techniques. The inspection of welded structure and safety procedures are stressed.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.4 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F287      Flight Controls
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course teaches aerodynamic theory of both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft and the systems and components used to control aircraft in flight. Students will learn how to inspect, rig and repair control systems and balance control surfaces.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.8 + 2.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F288      Airframe Inspection
1 Credit

Offered Summer

Building on skills learned in prior component-level classes, this course allows students to further develop and apply the skills necessary for the proper inspection and return to service of complete airframes. Proper inspection procedures and the legal aspects of aircraft inspection are discussed.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 2.1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F289      Engine Inspection
1 Credit

Offered Summer

Building on skills learned in prior component-level classes, this course allows students to further develop and apply the skills necessary for the proper inspection and return to service of complete engine installations. Proper inspection procedures and the legal aspects of engine inspection are discussed.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.4 + 2.1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F290      Airframe Testing
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

This course serves as preparation for the FAA Aviation Mechanic Exam for General and Airframe subjects. Sample written, oral and practical exams are given for students pursuing the FAA Certificate with Airframe rating.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F291      Powerplant Testing
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

This course serves as preparation for the FAA Aviation Mechanic Exam for General and Powerplant subjects. Sample written, oral and practical exams are given for students pursuing the FAA Mechanic Certificate with Powerplant rating.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F325      Inspection Authorization Preparation
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Prepares FAA certificated Airframe and Powerplant mechanics eligible for an inspection authorization under FAR 65.91 for the FAA tests to obtain their inspection authorization. Course also includes practical aspects of the privileges and limitations of the holder of an IA.

Prerequisites: FAA A & P Certificate, meet additional requirements of FAR 65.91.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus