Aviation Maintenance Technician-Power Plant (AM61) Certificate

Location and Advisement:

• GNTC Aviation Training Center at Richard B. Russell Regional Airport/J.H. Towers Field

• Advisors: Jon Byrd, Mitchell Cline, and Eric Nelson

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Program Description:

The Aviation Maintenance Technician-Powerplant program prepares students for employment in the field of aviation maintenance. The program emphasizes a combination of aircraft powerplant maintenance theory and practical application. This program meets the FAA academic requirements for Mechanic-Powerplant certification.

The Aviation Maintenance Technology program (‘AVMT’ Courses only) are regulated and certificated by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Entrance Date:

Fall Semester

Required Courses (50 Credit Hours)

AVMT 1000	Aviation Mathematics	2
AVMT 1010	Aircraft Maintenance Regulations	2
AVMT 1020	Aircraft Applied Sciences I	5
AVMT 1025	Aircraft Applied Sciences II	4
AVMT 1030	Aircraft Electricity and Electronics	5
AVMT 1210	Aviation Physics	2
AVMT 2210	Reciprocating Engine Powerplants I	3
AVMT 2220	Reciprocating Engine Powerplants II	4
AVMT 2230	Gas Turbine Powerplants I	3
AVMT 2240	Gas Turbine Powerplants II	3
AVMT 2260	Aircraft Engine Fuel and Fuel Metering Systems	4
AVMT 2270	Powerplant Instruments, Fire Protection and Electrical Systems	3
AVMT 2275	Powerplant Ignition and Starting Systems	4
AVMT 2280	Aircraft Powerplant Accessory Systems	3
AVMT 2285	Aircraft Propeller Systems	3

Total Credit Hours: 50 Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation