COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: CAREER/TECHNICAL DISCIPLINES
AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY (AMT)
CIP Code 47.0607
Title: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service,
and maintain all aircraft components other than engines, propellers, avionics, and instruments. Includes
instruction in layout and fabrication of sheet metal, fabric, wood, and other materials into structural
members, parts, and fittings, and replacement of damaged or worn parts such as control cables and
hydraulic units.
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200
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215
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240
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250
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130
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131
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230
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07/16/12
111
12/01/11 117
Comments:
Recent Changes
General Program Review and
Course added this date
Comprehensive Testing
Foundations of Unmanned Aircraft
Course added 3-24-14
Systems
Ground Control Station Launch,
Course added 3-24-14
Recovery, and Support Systems
Unmanned Aircraft Airframes, Airframe
Course added 3-24-14
Subsystems, and Propulsion Systems
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Avionics,
Course added 3-24-14
Communications, and Electronics
Fundamentals of Advance Composite
Course added 3-18-14, edited 3-24-14
Materials
Introduction to Non-destructive Testing Course added 3-18-14, edited 3-24-14
of Composite Materials
Advanced Composites Fabrication and Course added 3-18-14, edited 3-24-14
Repair
Changed Header
Changes hours from 2-3-5 to 3-2-5 at the
Aircraft Sheet Metal Structures
request of Enterprise State.
Airframe Comprehensive Testing
Added course as a ½ credit course.
All courses current as of 8/12/14
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Aviation Maintenance Course Directory (AMT)
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
100
TECHNICAL PREPARATION
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement scores.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course introduces basic information necessary for entering students in aviation maintenance
technology. Emphasis is placed on math and physics, aircraft weight and balance, and Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) and manufacturers' technical and legal publications. Upon completion, students
should be able to make basic computations, apply principles of physics, compute weight and balance,
use maintenance forms and records, state mechanic's privileges and limitations, and interpret
maintenance publications.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
101
BASIC ELECTRICITY
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement scores.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course provides a study in electricity. Emphasis is placed on alternating current (AC) and direct
current (DC) circuits and controls, electrical measurements, electrical test equipment, aircraft batteries,
fundamental electronics, and semi-conductor devices. Upon completion, students should be able to solve
problems associated with electrical measurements, use basic electrical test equipment, and service
aircraft batteries.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
102
MATERIALS AND PROCESSES
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement scores.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course introduces aircraft hardware and materials, precision measuring and non-destructive testing,
aircraft ground operations, fuels, cleaning and corrosion control methods, and the use of aircraft
drawings. Emphasis is on identification and selection of aircraft hardware, performance of non-destructive
testing, fabrication and inspection of flexible fluid lines, identification of fuels, use of cleaning materials,
and corrosion control programs. Upon completion, students should be able to perform non-destructive
tests, use precision measuring tools, fabricate and install rigid and flexible fluid lines, select hardware and
fuels, handle and secure an aircraft, and identify, read, create and interpret aircraft drawings.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
GENERAL PROGRAM REVIEW
AMT
107
AND COMPREHENSIVE
.5
TESTING
Course Description
PREREQUISITES: AMT 100, AMT 101, and AMT 102.
LAB
COURSE
0
.5
Added
4/16/15
This course is a combination self-directed program review and comprehensive examination covering all
materials in the general courses. Students successfully completing the course will be certified as eligible
to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) General written examination.
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CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
NON-METALLIC STRUCTURES
AMT
110
3
2
AND WELDING
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
COURSE
5
This course is a study of repairs to non-metallic aircraft surfaces and structures and welding. Emphasis is
placed on repairs to fabric surfaces and to wood, composite, and steel structures. Upon completion,
students should be able to repair fabric surfaces and apply finishing materials, make repairs to wood
structures, layout and form composite structures, and make repairs to steel structures using various
welding methods.
DPT
CRS.
AMT
111
COURSE TITLE
AIRCRAFT SHEET METAL
STRUCTURES
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: AMT 100, AMT 101, AMT 102, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
07/16/12
This course introduces aircraft sheet metal repairs. Emphasis is placed on the use of proper procedures,
tools, and materials to complete sheet metal repairs. Upon completion, students should be able to install
conventional rivets; form, layout, and bend sheet metal; install special rivets and fasteners; inspect and
repair sheet metal structures.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
112
AIRFRAME SYSTEMS I
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: AMT 100, AMT 101, AMT 102, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course introduces aircraft electrical, communication, and navigation systems and components.
Emphasis is placed on inspecting, repairing, installing, adjusting, and troubleshooting aircraft alternating
and direct current electrical systems. Upon completion, students should know the operation and theory of
generators, alternators, and starters; be able to fabricate wiring; and inspect, troubleshoot, and repair
lighting, communication, and navigation systems.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
113
AIRFRAME SYSTEMS II
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: AMT 100, AMT 101, AMT 102, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course introduces aircraft inclement weather control, fire protection and fuel systems as well as cabin
environmental control, and instrumentation. Emphasis is placed on theory and skills necessary to
inspect, service, maintain and troubleshoot. Upon completion, students should be able to inspect, repair,
troubleshoot and understand operating principles of ice and rain removal, fire protection, cabin
environmental, instruments and fuel systems.
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DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
114
AIRFRAME SYSTEMS III
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: AMT 100, AMT 101, AMT 102, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course introduces the theory of operation of various hydraulic and pneumatic components and
systems, landing gear systems, and various position and warning systems. Emphasis is on testing,
inspecting, troubleshooting, and servicing hydraulic and pneumatic system components, wheel and brake
systems, and position and warning systems. Upon completion, students should be able to inspect,
troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic power systems, aircraft wheels and tires, aircraft
landing gear systems, anti-skid and electrical braking systems, and position and warning systems.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
AMT
115
AIRFRAME SYSTEMS IV
3
2
5
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: 100, AMT 101, AMT 102, or equivalent.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
This course introduces aircraft structural assembly and rigging, helicopters, and required inspections.
Emphasis is placed on skills required to inspect, service, maintain, and troubleshoot airframes, airframe
systems, and components and assemble and rig aircraft structures. Upon completion, students should be
able to inspect, repair, troubleshoot, assemble and rig aircraft structures and determine conditions of
airframes, airframe systems, and components.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
THEORY
LAB
AIRFRAME COMPREHENSIVE
AMT
116
1
0
TESTING
Course Description
Updated
PREREQUISITE: AMT 110, AMT 111, AMT 112, AMT 113, AMT114, and AMT 115.
NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this course.
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This course is a comprehensive examination of all program areas. Emphasis is on demonstrating a
mastery of all subjects covered in the program. Upon successful completion, students will receive
authorization to sit for the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) examination.
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
AIRFRAME PROGRAM REVIEW
AMT
117
AND COMPREHENSIVE
TESTING
Course Description
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
.5
0
.5
Added
12/01/11
PREREQUISITE: AMT 100, AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 110, AMT 111, AMT 112, AMT 113, AMT 114, and
AMT 115
This course is a combination self-directed program review and comprehensive examination covering all
materials in the generals and/or airframe courses. Students successfully completing the course will be
certified as eligible to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) General and Airframe written
examination.
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CRS.
AMT
130
COURSE TITLE
Fundamentals of Advanced
Composite Materials
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Updated
3-24-14
Course Description
PREREQUISITES: FAA Airframe Mechanic Certification or instructor permission
This course introduces the student to the safety aspects, history, development, and future of
advanced composite materials. Topics include:
 proper handling of composite materials
 personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used in the composite work environment
 chemical hazards associated with the composite work environment
 HAZMAT workplace requirements (OSHA)
 HAZMAT transportation issues
 disposal of composite waste materials
 composite history and trends of composite use
 advantages and disadvantages of composite technology
 uses of composite materials in aircraft construction
 hand tools used in the repair of composite structures
 shop equipment used in the repair of composite structures
 safety procedures for handling cutting, drilling, grinding, and sanding tools
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
Introduction to Non-destructive
AMT
131
Testing of Composite Materials
Course Description
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
1
0
1
Updated
3-24-14
PREREQUISITES: FAA Airframe Mechanic Certification or instructor permission
This course introduces the student to defect and damage inspection of advanced composite materials
and components using task-specific, state-of-the-art test equipment. Topics include:
 types of non-destructive testing and inspection methods
 inspection/testing of composite laminated primary and secondary structures
 removal and inspection of fiberglass, plastics, honeycomb, composite and laminated primary and
secondary structures
 testing and repair of fiberglass, plastics, honeycomb, composite and laminated primary and
secondary structures
DPT
CRS.
AMT
200
COURSE TITLE
Foundations of Unmanned
Aircraft Systems
Course Description
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
0
3
Added
3/24/14
PREREQUISITE: FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification or permission from Dean of
Instruction
This course provides an overview of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) components, history, current uses,
future initiatives, and UAS airspace integration. UAS theory and research form the basis for a critical and
detailed examination of UAS maintenance compliance and procedures.
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COURSE TITLE
Ground Control Station Launch,
AMT
215
Recovery, and Support
Systems
Course Description
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
1
3
Added
3/24/14
PREREQUISITES: 1) AMT 200 and 2) FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification or
permission from Dean of Instruction
This course provides students with an overview and working knowledge of the unmanned aircraft systems
(UAS) ground control station (GCS), launch, recovery, and support systems and associated components,
including maintenance practices and safety considerations.
DPT
CRS.
AMT
230
COURSE TITLE
Advanced Composites
Fabrication and Repair
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
2
3
5
Course Description
Added
3-24-14
PREREQUISITES: FAA Airframe Mechanic Certification or instructor permission
This course provides an overview of composite versus advanced composite technology utilizing a
historical perspective of development in advanced composite technology. This course also covers the
typical application of advanced composite materials repair as utilized in aviation, marine, and automotive
industries. Topics include:
 uses of composite technology as applied to aircraft structures, including current repair and
inspection techniques that ensure safe operation of systems
 hot bonding curing equipment and techniques
 autoclave curing
 adhesive bond line failure modes
 surface preparation and cleanliness
 bond line quality determination
 co-curing vs. secondary bonding
 permanent vs. temporary repairs
 use of repair instructions and limitations (SRM)
DPT
CRS.
COURSE TITLE
Unmanned Aircraft Airframes,
AMT
240
Airframe Subsystems, and
Propulsion Systems
Course Description
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
2
5
Added
3/24/14
PREREQUISITE: FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification or permission from Dean of
Instruction
This course covers maintenance operations on commonly used unmanned aircraft airframe and
powerplant systems. Students learn preventative maintenance and services, troubleshooting, repairs,
and system functions.
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COURSE TITLE
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
AMT
250
Avionics, Communications, and
Electronics
Course Description
THEORY
LAB
COURSE
3
2
5
Added
3/24/14
PREREQUISITE: FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification or permission from Dean of
Instruction
This course introduces students to unmanned aircraft avionics, communications, and electronics systems.
Course content includes the installation, maintenance, testing, replacement, and repair of communication,
navigation, and flight operations equipment.
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