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, William Bannister, Eric Nelson, Zac Fager, and Janice Hudson-Huff

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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

Note: A mandatory program supply fee of $140 is assessed upon registration each term for all students taking AVMT courses.

Required Courses (48 Credit Hours)

AVMT 1001	Aviation Mathematics	2
AVMT 1011	Aircraft Maintenance Regulations	3
AVMT 1021	Aircraft Applied Sciences I	5
AVMT 1026	Aircraft Applied Sciences II	4
AVMT 1031	Aircraft Electricity and Electronics	5
AVMT 1211	Aviation Physics	2
AVMT 2211	Reciprocating Engine Powerplants	4
AVMT 2231	Gas Turbine Powerplants	4
AVMT 2251	Aircraft Engine Inspection	2
AVMT 2261	Aircraft Engine Fuel & Fuel Metering Systems	4
AVMT 2271	Powerplant Instruments, Fire Protection and Electrical Systems	3
AVMT 2276	Powerplant Ignition & Starting Systems	4
AVMT 2281	Aircraft Powerplant Accessory Systems	3
AVMT 2286	Aircraft Propeller Systems	3

Total Credit Hours: 48 Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation