Airframe Manufacturing Technology
10 courses · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
AFMT 310 Safety in Aviation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFAB 130, AFAB 210, ENGL 315, and PSY 301.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides supervisors/leads/technicians with the aviation safety principles and practices needed to manage the problems associated with aircraft manufacturing/maintenance operations, aviation safety program development, safety management systems, aviation human factors issues, and case studies relevant to aviation safety. This includes the identification and analysis of major problem areas and the impact of accidents on the aviation industry. Students are prepared to assume safety responsibilities in their areas of operation.
AFMT 320 Lean Management (Six Sigma/5S)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFAB 210, ENGL 315, and PSY 301.
- Corequisite
- Concurrent enrollment in AFMT 330.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course focuses on gaining an understanding of Lean principles, practices, and techniques from both technical and individual perspectives needed to effect the change and sustain improvement within the aviation industry. Emphasis will be placed on developing the individual skills needed to become a Lean thinker and champion building a roadmap for transitioning an organization from its current state to one of being a Lean operation. Six Sigma and the 5’s systems will be covered. Classroom sessions will include exercises designed to simulate real world applications to clarify concepts and techniques.
AFMT 330 Airframe Manufacturing Producibility
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFAB 210, ENGL 315, and PSY 301.
- Corequisite
- Concurrent enrollment in AFMT 320.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course addresses the evaluation of product producibility and the impact of changes in the properties and characteristics of the manufacturing process in the context of “Return on Investment.” Students will evaluate whether or not changes incorporated into the manufacturing process not only fix the problem/issue, but also reduce costs for the company. Note: This course is a prerequisite for Capstone I and Capstone II classes.
AFMT 340 Theory of Low Observables
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFAB 120, CHEM 101, and PHYS 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an understanding of the history and development of low observable technology, the reduction of radar, optical and acoustic signatures which provide stealth. A focus on the importance of proper coating application processes that ensure stealth capabilities, along with facilities, equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements for applying coatings will also be covered.
AFMT 341 Manufacturing Testing and Inspection
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFMT 310.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an understanding and familiarization with the various inspection and testing methods for the materials and processes associated with aircraft structures. Non-Destructive Inspections (NDI) and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) are other methods employed by the aviation industry to detect defects. This course includes hands-on familiarization with testing equipment related to rigging, high pressure lines and fittings, seals, gases, fluids, and curing.
AFMT 345 Airframe Composite Manufacturing I
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFAB 120 and AFMT 310.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed and intended for advancing knowledge and skills of composite manufacturing. Students will develop an advanced understanding of the practical skills involved in producing quality composite structures. The student will have an intermediate level of understanding of composite layup and vacuum bagging techniques for complex shapes, fabrication of potted honeycomb core assemblies, manufacturing composite component parts using production type tooling, and a fundamental understanding of the documentation and record keeping required to support composite manufacturing.
AFMT 350 Airframe Manufacturing Capstone I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 36 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFMT 310, AFMT 320, and AFMT 330.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is the initial phase of the Lean Management/Project Management proposal process that will consist of an actual unclassified or generic project that student teams would compete for. Possible ‘real world’ unclassified projects may come from aerospace corporations. The capstone course encompasses the assigning of teams, distribution of project proposals, assigning of faculty and/or industry mentors. These projects will focus on workflow analysis and project management.
AFMT 442 Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) and Migration Paths
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFMT 330.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides supervisors/leads/technicians with aviation safety principles and practices needed to manage the problems associated with aircraft manufacturing/maintenance operations. In addition, it prepares students to assume safety responsibilities in their areas of operation. The Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) elements of basic awareness addresses twelve industry identified basic knowledge areas, activities and functions designed to prevent foreign objects from entering aerospace products. The standards are derived from NAS 412 - Foreign Object Damage / Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Prevention. Possible field trip opportunities to Northrop Grumman and other industry partners.
AFMT 446 Airframe Composite Manufacturing II
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFMT 345.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed and intended for advancing knowledge and skills of composite manufacturing. Students will develop an advanced understanding of the practical skills involved in producing quality composite structures. The student will have an intermediate level knowledge of machining, trimming and drilling composite components using fixtures, surface preparation methods/secondary bonding of structures, component assembly methods and techniques, as well as acquire a fundamental knowledge of the resin vacuum infusion manufacturing process.
AFMT 451 Airframe Manufacturing Capstone II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours, 72 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AFMT 350.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is the design and submission phase of the Lean Management/Project Management proposal process that will consist of an actual unclassified or generic project that student teams would compete for. Possible ‘real world’ unclassified projects may come from aerospace corporations. The capstone course encompasses the completion and submission of project proposals.