Airframe and Powerplant Technician
Programs
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Airframe and Powerplant Technician
Courses
AF10-201: Basic Sheet Metal
Sem 3Throughout this course, students receive a general introduction to FAA’s requirements for sheet metal fabrication and repair. Industry-standard practices such as de-burring metal to prevent cracking and failure will be included. Proper interpretation of repair drawings as well as the process of developing a repair plan are discussed and applied to publications. This course includes layouts, bends in sheet metal, forming, and stressed skin repairs. Fasteners such as NAS1097 rivets, MS20470 rivets, AN470 rivets, MS20426 rivets, and AN426 rivets are selected and installed as per print. Repair procedures and requirements are evaluated and employed during this phase of training.
AF10-202: Advanced Sheet Metal
Sem 3In this course, students develop advanced sheet metal skills and techniques used in the workplace. Students will gain an understanding of the use of advanced hardware such as Hi-Loks, Cherry Max Rivets, and Taper-Lock fasteners. The advanced fabrication skills gained in the course provide significant handson experience that prepares students for careers focused on sheet metal repair and fabrication. Welding is also discussed at an entry-level, covering the fundamental operations such as MIG, TIG, and oxyacetylene equipment operation and safety are explored.
AF10-203: Non-Metallic Structures and Repair
Sem 3This course introduces students to some of the historically traditional aircraft building materials and techniques, like wood and fabric. Additionally, they study the complex construction of today’s aircraft such as fiberglass and Kevlar, then the students create simple projects using such materials.
AF10-204: Non-Metallic Structures and Aircraft Finishes
Sem 3In this course, students fabricate composite project(s) utilizing techniques within the industry while practicing safety precautions as outlined by OSHA standards.
Students learn to identify aircraft dopes, paints, thinners, and related materials. Application of materials, an inspection of finishes, and recognition of defects are all completed by the students. Students also learn to apply trim, letters, and touchup paint; identify and select aircraft finishing materials; apply finishing materials; inspect finishes and identify defects.
AF10-205: Assembly and Rigging; Fuel Systems
Sem 3This course covers the theory of flight and explains correct aircraft nomenclature for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. It includes verification of structural alignment, control responses, and balancing. Aircraft components and cabling assembly, inspection, and repair are completed by students.
This course also covers aircraft fuel systems and all associated components from the fueling point to the combustion chamber. Students will learn to check and service fuel dump systems; perform fuel management transfer and defueling; inspect, check, and repair pressure fueling systems; repair aircraft fuel system components; inspect and repair fluid quantity indicating systems; troubleshoot, service, and repair fluid pressure and temperature warning systems; and inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair aircraft fuel systems.
This course also covers aircraft fuel systems and all associated components from the fueling point to the combustion chamber. Students will learn to check and service fuel dump systems; perform fuel management transfer and defueling; inspect, check, and repair pressure fueling systems; repair aircraft fuel system components; inspect and repair fluid quantity indicating systems; troubleshoot, service, and repair fluid pressure and temperature warning systems; and inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair aircraft fuel systems.
AF10-206: Airframe Electrical I
Sem 3Throughout this course, complex drawings and systems will be evaluated and inspected as part of electrical training. Students will study various electrical systems from a functional point of view and identify faults and practice and demonstrate an understanding of the troubleshooting and fault isolation processes.
AF10-207: Airframe Electrical II, Airframe Instruments and Airframe Fire Protection
Sem 3This course will familiarize students with basic airframe and powerplant electrical installation and troubleshooting. Component identification by location and function will be included. Troubleshooting and fault isolation will be demonstrated and practiced by students. This course also contains the theory of all instruments and instrument systems used for flight and navigation of an aircraft. The students will develop an understanding of avionics at the systems level and how data is transferred in those systems.
AF10-208: Navigation and Communication Systems
Sem 3This course provides students with an understanding of aircraft navigation, communication, approach control systems, and autopilot. The course includes knowledge concerning aircraft inspection, installation, service, and FAA regulations. Training on traditional analog gauges, as well as digital advanced systems, will also be provided to students in this course.
AF10-209: Hydraulics and Pneumatics; Landing Gear Systems
Sem 3This course acquaints students with basic hydraulic and pneumatic principles, operation, and servicing of equipment. It includes information covering fluids, washers, seals, pressures, and component repair. Basic theory is reinforced through hands-on activities such as the inspection of a hydraulic pump for efficiency after a detailed disassembly and reassembly by the student. The study of landing gear systems increases the students’ knowledge of how hydraulic and pneumatic systems are incorporated into landing gear systems, including operation, tires, and anti-skid brakes. This course includes a discussion of inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of systems. Hands-on activities include oleo strut identification and disassembly, brake system inspection to include pad wear, and rotor measurement.
AF10-210: Airframe Environmental Systems and Airframe Inspections
Sem 3This course trains students on the inspection, troubleshooting, service, and repair of heating, cooling, air conditioning, pressurization systems, and air cycle machines. Students will learn to inspect, operate, troubleshoot, service, and repair oxygen systems. Students will also be exposed to ice and rain systems, maintenance, and installation. Students will gain knowledge of fire detection, warning, and protection systems as they relate to the airframe. Students will be required to perform airframe conformity and airworthiness inspections including 100 hour and annual type. The process will include the proper completion of all required records and forms. This process will be conducted in a lock-step fashion using approved maintenance manuals and inspection techniques. Any defect will be recorded, and a logbook entry will be completed. Also included is an Airworthy Directive search for compliance with the FARs.
AS10-101: Human Factors, Math & Basic Physics
Sem 3In this course, students explore how human factors impact aviation and gain an introductory knowledge of aircraft. They are also introduced to basic math and formulas encountered by technicians performing daily activities. The basic principles of physics and how they affect aircraft systems and components are explained. Students learn to use simple machines and gain an understanding of the principles of sound, fluid, and heat dynamics; basic aerodynamics; aircraft structures; and the theory of flight.
AS10-102: Drawings, FARs and Ground Control
Sem 3This course includes a study of the elements necessary to understand and interpret aircraft drawings. Students learn how to use and interpret aircraft drawings, symbols, and system schematics. They learn to draw sketches of repairs and alterations as well as proper use of blueprints, graphs, and charts. This course provides the student with a fundamental understanding of FAA-acceptable publications. Publications include Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), maintenance manuals, and the privileges/limitations of an A&P license. Students read, comprehend, and apply information contained in FAA and manufacturers’ specific aircraft maintenance documents such as datasheets, manuals, publications, regulations, airworthiness directives, and advisory material.
AS10-103: Materials and Processing, Cleaning and Corrosion, Inspection Concepts
Sem 3In this course, students learn to identify a variety of hardware and materials used in aircraft repair and maintenance. They also learn about inspection techniques used in corrosion control including visual inspections, nondestructive testing techniques, and tap testing on composites. Students also learn how to effectively clean aircraft parts and structures as well as methods used to protect them from corrosion. This process includes inspecting and preparing surfaces for paints and finishes while keeping personal protective equipment (PPE) in mind. Additionally, students are exposed to heat-treated and nonheat-treated aluminum alloys and are educated in various tools including torque wrenches, soldering kits, precision measuring instruments, and safety wiring tools.
AS10-104: Fluid Lines, Fittings, Tools, Safety, and Weight and Balance
Sem 3In this course, students will acquire knowledge and skills relating to the fabrication, repair, and inspection of rigid and flexible fluid lines used in aircraft systems. The student will also be introduced to both hand tools and power tools used by aviation mechanics. With the ability to select the proper tool, the student will then gain an understanding of how to properly and safely use the tools that are essential to the Aviation Maintenance Technician. Students are taught hangar safety, starting aircraft, directing aircraft for a taxi, tying down aircraft, and jacking an aircraft. They will also study the weight and balance of aircraft and its relationship to maintenance, installation, and flight characteristics. The student will learn to weigh aircraft and how to perform complete a weight and balance check and record data.
AS10-105: Basic Electricity I
Sem 3This course will introduce students to basic DC electrical theory. This includes principles such as Ohm’s law, power calculations, various types of aircraft batteries, and their application to aircraft systems. Students will also be introduced to AC electrical theory and principles including aircraft electrical circuit diagrams, solid state devices, and logic functions.
AS10-106: Basic Electricity II
Sem 3This course will familiarize the students in DC and AC circuit operation and electrical fundamentals, which will prepare the student for advanced electrical functions and troubleshooting. The characteristics of both AC and DC electricity will be explored, and their unique operation and application will be demonstrated. Students will also develop the demanding skills needed for aviation troubleshooting. Hands-on activities to identify problems commonly found in aviation maintenance and logically develop solutions to those problems, such as soldering procedures, will be practiced.
PP10-201: Reciprocating Engine and Engine Instruments
Sem 3In this course, students explore the various types of reciprocating engines and their applications. They learn to recognize and classify the different types of engines used in the aviation industry. Additionally, students learn how engines turn gasoline into motion (Otto Cycle). By the conclusion of the course, students are prepared to run reciprocating engines, having learned about their complex instrument systems.
PP10-202: Reciprocating Engine Fuel Metering System, Induction, Exhaust
Sem 3In this course, students gain an understanding of float-type carburetors, pressure-type carburetors, and continuous-flow fuel injection theory and operation. The course also includes inspection, removal, and adjustment of carburetors, as well as an explanation of the physics required for a carbureted engine to function. Students will acquire knowledge of the pressures of a fuel injection system, its injectors, and their operation. This course provides students with skills in the inspection, troubleshooting, service, and repair of reciprocating engine induction and exhaust components, operation, and inspection including turbochargers, superchargers, heat exchangers, airflow and temperature controls, and engine ice and rain control systems.
PP10-203: Reciprocating Engine Ignition Systems
Sem 3This course offers hands-on experience in disassembling, inspecting, timing, and reassembling magnetos, removing, inspecting, checking, troubleshooting, and reinstalling ignition wiring. Sparkplug operation, cleaning, and testing will be demonstrated and performed by the students. High-tension wires and magneto operations will be examined.
PP10-204: Powerplant Lubrication and Propellers
Sem 3This course provides students with skills in the identification of lubricants and their functions. It includes identifying, servicing, and adjusting the components, installing rings and lines, interpreting FAA regulations pertaining to oil tanks, and disassembling and reassembling engine oil pumps. Students will become familiar with the theory of aircraft propellers, installation procedures, major and minor repair, balancing, tracking, government regulations, and the applications of propellers and governors. They will also gain an understanding of service and repair propeller synchronizing propeller lubricants balancing and repair of propeller control systems. Students will also inspect, service, and repair fixed-pitch, constant-speed, and feathering propellers and governing systems, as well as learn to install and remove propellers and repair aluminum propeller blades.
PP10-205: Reciprocating Engine Inspection and Overhaul
Sem 3This course provides students with hands-on experience with the theories behind reciprocating engines, including inspection, servicing, repair, and overhaul of opposed engines. Standard operating procedures such as shop safety and equipment protection will be emphasized. Engine removal, troubleshooting, and engine installation are emphasized as well as disassembly, inspection, and reassembly. Several key measurements such as piston wear will be taken and recorded using precision measuring devices such as micrometers. Reassembly by students will include the use of tools such as torque wrenches and cylinder base wrenches as required.
PP10-206: Powerplant Fire Protection, AD Research, Measurements and Troubleshooting
Sem 3In this course, students utilize approved maintenance publications and Federal Aviation Administration databases such as the Airworthiness Directive catalog to practice the systematic identification of problems that develop in engine systems, such as intake, fuel delivery, ignition, and exhaust. Faults introduced to training engines by design are identified and corrected by students to allow an engine to run on a test stand. In this course, students will be exposed to fire detection, warning, and protection systems as they relate to the powerplant. The students will learn how to inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine fire detection and extinguishing systems.
PP10-207: Turbine Designs and Operations
Sem 3This course begins by introducing students to the historical development of the gas turbine engine. Students then gain an understanding of the physics and construction behind turbine engine operation. Additionally, students learn about the individual turbine engine sections and their individual operations. Lastly, students are trained to understand the principles of operation and physical characteristics of turbojet type engines. Various applications of turbojet type engines will be covered.
PP10-208: Turbine Engine Accessories
Sem 3In this course, students gain a fundamental understanding of accessories and auxiliary turbine engine systems, such as engine ignition, fuel, thrust augmentation, bleed air, and others. All accessories used to support the turbine engine will be explained and diagrammed for students.
PP10-209: Turbine Inspection, Overhaul, and Maintenance
Sem 3In this course, students are introduced to the maintenance and inspections required for turbine engines. This course utilizes approved maintenance publications and Federal Aviation Administration databases such as the Airworthiness Directive catalog. Inspection techniques such as borescope inspection are included in this course. Students are exposed to the overhaul procedures of turbine engines.
PP10-210: Turbine Engine Instruments and Troubleshooting
Sem 3In this course, students are introduced to engine locations to facilitate maintenance. Students are introduced to the instrument systems required for turbine engines, troubleshooting techniques, and guidelines used for turbine engine repair. This course utilizes approved maintenance publications, as well as maintenance manuals and Federal Aviation Administration databases such as the Airworthiness Directive catalog.