Avionics Maintenance Technology

Program Overview

The Avionics Maintenance Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students to work in the field of avionics maintenance technology.  Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention and advancement.  The program emphasizes a combination of aircraft airframe and avionics theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.  Program graduates receive an Avionics Maintenance Technology diploma that qualifies them as avionics technicians and prepares them to sit for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe certification exams as well as the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and General Radio Operating License (GROL) exam.

Entrance Date: Please call admissions at 229.931.2760

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Entrance Requirements

Education: A high school diploma or its equivalent is required for admission. Age: 16 years or older Placement: Achievement of appropriate scores on the college's placement test or submission of acceptable SAT or ACT scores. Provisional Admission accepted.

Course Overview

Course	Credit Hours
GENERAL CORE COURSES
ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills. Required textbooks and materials: Business Communications Essentials: A Skills Approach to English, ISBN 978-0-13-253971-5, $156.47 2570	3
MATH 1013 Algebraic Concepts mphasizes concepts and operations which are applied to the study of algebra. Topics include basic mathematical concepts, basic algebraic concepts, and intermediate algebraic concepts. Required textbooks and materials: Developmental Mathematics, ISBN 978-0321731531, $190.40 RECOMMENDED: TI-30XIIS calculator, $15 2636	3
EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relat & Prof Dev Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today*s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills. Required textbooks and materials: Your Career: How to Make it Happen, ISBN 978-11-111-572-31-0, $95.54 2560	2
OCCUPATIONAL COURSES
COMP 1000 Introduction to Computer Literacy Introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology, the Windows environment, Internet and email, word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software, and presentation software. Required textbooks and materials: Guidelines for Microsoft Office, ISBN 978-0763867485, $128.72 2403	3
AVMT 1000 Aviation Mathematics Aviation Mathematics provides students with the knowledge necessary to use and apply mathematical procedures and processes that are applicable to aviation maintenance functions. Topics include: perform algebraic operations; extract roots and raise numbers to a given power; determine area and volume of geometrical shapes; and solve ratio, proportion, and percentage problems. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2302	2
AVMT 1010 Aircraft Maintenance Regs This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to select and use FAA and manufacturers* specifications, data sheets, manuals, related regulations, and technical data; to write descriptions of aircraft conditions, record work performed, and complete maintenance forms and inspection reports; and to interpret federal regulations regarding mechanic privileges and limitations. Topics include: maintenance publications, maintenance forms and records, and mechanic privileges and limitations. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2303	2
AVMT 1020 Aircraft Applied Sciences I Provides students with the fundamentals of aircraft materials and processes, ground operations and servicing, and aircraft cleaning and corrosion control. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2304	5
AVMT 1025 Aircraft Applied Sciences II Provides students with the fundamentals of aircraft drawings, weight and balance, and fluid lines and fittings. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2305	4
AVMT 1030 Aircraft Electricity & Electronics Basic Electricity and Electronics provides a study of the relationships of voltage, current, and resistance in aircraft electrical systems, and the use of meters. Alternators; generators; starters; motors; charging systems; basic AC and DC systems; and semiconductor, solid state, and integrated circuit fundamentals are introduced. Topics include: basic electricity; determine the relationship of voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits; read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams; measure voltage, current, resistance, and continuity; calculate and measure electrical power; calculate and measure capacitance and inductance; inspect and service batteries; and solid state devices applications. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 Buzz Box—Magneto Timing Kit, $54 2306	5
AVMT 1210 Aviation Physics Provides students with an introduction to the theory and application of physics to aerospace vehicles and their subsystems. Topics include: temperature and heat; pressure, temperature, and volume of air mass; basic aerodynamics and theory of flight; physical factors affecting engine output; relationship of pressure, area, and force; origin of sound; principles of simple machines; and centrifugal and centripetal force. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2307	2
AVMT 2010 Aircraft Airframe Structures This course presents a survey of aircraft airframe structures used in aircraft. Topics include: wood structures, aircraft covering, and aircraft finishes. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2308	2
AVMT 2020 Airframe Sheet Metal Provides a study of metal and non-metallic tube and riveted sheet monocoque or semi-monocoque. Topics include: sheet metal structures introduction; install conventional rivets; install special rivets and fasteners; sheet metal form, lay out, and bend; inspect and repair sheet metal structures; identify non-metallic structures; inspect bonded structures; fiberglass structures; plastic structures; composite and honeycomb structures; inspect, check, service, and repair windows, doors, and interior furnishings; and laminated structures. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2309	2
AVMT 2025 Airframe Non-Metallic Structures Provides a study of non-metallic tube and riveted sheet monocoque or semi monocoque. Topics include: identify non-metallic structures; inspect bonded structures; fiberglass structures; plastic structures; composite and honeycomb structures; inspect, check, service and repair windows, doors, and interior furnishings; and laminated structures. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2310	2
AVMT 2030 Airframe Welding Provides a study of airframe non-metallic structures and allied maintenance procedures. Topics include: welding principles; soldering, brazing, gas-welding, and arc-welding steel; welding aluminum and stainless steel; fabricating tubular structures; soldering stainless steel; and welding titanium and magnesium. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2311	1
AVMT 2040 Airframe Assembly and Rigging This course provides a study of aircraft assembly and rigging configurations. Topics include: use assembly and rigging hand tools and equipment; rig fixed wing aircraft; rig rotary wing aircraft; check alignment of structures; assemble aircraft components, including flight control surfaces; balance, rig, and inspect movable primary and secondary control surfaces; and jack aircraft. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2312	2
AVMT 2060 Aircraft Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems This course provides a study of the principles of generation, distribution, and management of hydraulic and pneumatic power throughout the aircraft. Topics include: identify hydraulic fluids; repair hydraulic and pneumatic power system components; inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic power systems; hydraulic and pneumatic position and warning systems; and inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair aircraft position and warning systems. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2314	2
AVMT 2070 Aircraft Landing Gear Systems This course provides a study of aircraft landing gear systems with emphasis on inspection and maintenance procedures of hydraulic and pneumatic power throughout the aircraft structure. Topics include: inspect, check, service, and repair landing gear retraction systems and shock struts; inspect, check, service, and repair brakes, wheels, and tires; and inspect, check, service, and repair steering systems. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2315	3
AVMT 2050 Airframe Inspection This course provides instruction for performing airframe inspections with emphasis on developing the skills related to conformity and air worthiness evaluations. Topics include: perform airframe conformity inspection, and perform airframe air worthiness inspection. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2313	4
AVMT 2080 Aircraft Environ Ctrl Systems This course provides a study of aircraft environmental control systems. Topics include: inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair cabin atmosphere control systems; inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair ice and rain control systems; and inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair fire protection systems. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2316	3
AVMT 2085 Aircraft Fuel & Instrument Systems This course provides a study of airframe fuel and instrument systems.Topics include:inspect, check, troubleshoot, service and repair aircraft fuel systems; and inspect, check, troubleshoot, service and repair aircraft instrument systems. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2317	3
AVMT 2090 Aircraft Electrical Systems This course provides a study of aircraft electrical systems. Topics include: install, check, and service airframe electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators, and protective devices; inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair alternating and direct current electrical systems; repair and inspect aircraft electrical system components, crimp and splice wiring to manufacturer*s specifications, and repair pins and sockets of aircraft connectors; and inspect, check, and troubleshoot constant speed and integrated speed drive generators. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2318	4
AVMT 2095 Aircraft Comm & Nav Sys This course provides a study of aircraft communication and navigation systems.Topics include:inspect, check, and troubleshoot autopilot servos and approach coupling systems; inspect, check, and service aircraft electronic communication and navigation systems including VHF passenger address interphones and static discharge devices, aircraft VOR, ILS LORAN, radar beacon transponders, flight management computers, and GPWS; and inspect and repair antenna and electronic equipment installations. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 A&P Technician Airframe Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-193-4, $16.04 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 1, ISBN 978-0-983-86581-0, $22.46 Airframe & PowerPlant Mechanics-Airframe Handbook vol. 2, ISBN 978-1-56027-952-5, $32.95 2319	2
AVIO 1010 Basic Electronics Prerequisites: Program Admission Provides a review of the basic theory and application of electronics with a primary focus on use in avionic systems. Topics include: atomic theory, DC circuits, AC circuits, alternating current, inductance and transformers, capacitance, resonance and filters, vacuum tubes, and solid state devices. Required textbooks and materials: DC/AC Fundamentals, "A Systems Approach," ISBN 978-0-13-293393-3, $162.58 16420	4
AVIO 1020 Avionics Maintenance Practices Provides practical experience in maintaining avionics systems. Topics include: solder/solderless connecting, use of test instruments, component installation/removal techniques, repair procedures, and troubleshooting techniques. Required textbooks and materials: PACE Handbook-High Reliability Interconnection Technology, $40 2295	3
AVIO 1030 Advanced Electronics Introduces the theory and application of radio frequency transmission and reception. Topics include: power supplies, oscillators, amplifiers, transmitters, amplitude modulation, AM receivers, frequency modulation, and antenna systems. Required textbooks and materials: Analog Fundamentals: A System Approach, ISBN 978-0-13-293394-0, $162.58 Electronic Communications: A System Approach, ISBN 978-0-13-298863-6, $175.41 2296	4
AVIO 1040 Digital Electronics Introduces the theory and application of digital electronics with a primary focus on their use in avionic systems. Topics include: numbering system, logic gates, Boolean algebra, flip-flops, and registers and counters. Required textbooks and materials: Digital Fundamentals: A System Approach, ISBN 978-0-13-293395-7, $162.58 2297	4
AVIO 1060 Aircraft Logic Systems Focuses on microprocessor based computers used in avionics systems. Topics include: memory, mass storage, computer systems, data bases, and logic systems repair procedures. Required textbooks and materials: Digital Fundamentals: A System Approach, ISBN 978-0-13-293395-7, $162.58 2298	4
AVIO 1070 Aircraft Communication Systems Continues the study of avionics maintenance practices with emphasis on aircraft communication systems. Topics include: component operation, component location, integration, analysis, maintenance, and ACARS. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2299	5
AVIO 1080 Navigation Systems Continues the study of avionics maintenance practices with emphasis on aircraft navigational systems. Topics include: bridges and monitors, synchros, gyros, and navigation systems. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2300	5
AVIO 1090 Flight Director & Autopilot Systems Continues the study of avionics maintenance practices with emphasis on flight director and autopilot systems. Topics include: flight director systems, autopilot systems, and avionics line maintenance test equipment. Required textbooks and materials: AC 43.13-1B/43.13-2B, ISBN 978-0-88487-504-0, $23.65 FAR AMT (2018), ISBN 978-1-56027-931-1, $18.74 A&P Technician General Test Guide, ISBN 978-0-88487-542-3, $16.04 Standard Aviation Maintenance Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-324-2, $17.95 Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook, ISBN 978-0-88487-526-1, $43.88 2301	4
*93 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation