Airframe and Powerplant
A.S. Degree Aviation Maintenance Technology · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
This program provides coursework needed for the A.S. degree in Aviation Maintenance Airframe and Powerplant Technology. This degree also meets requirements for the FAA Airframe Certificate. Airframe and Powerplant technicians are in demand by airlines and aviation maintenance providers. The Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Chaffey College is fully approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to provide experience required to become an Airframe or Powerplant technician.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to navigate and understand the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving appropriate to the national and international general aviation, corporate aviation, commercial aviation, aerospace, unmanned aerial vehicles and other emerging aviation technologies.
- Demonstrate skills that foster communication appropriate to the national and international general aviation, corporate aviation, commercial aviation, aerospace, unmanned aerial vehicles and other emerging aviation technologies.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to navigate the FAA's Dynamic Regulatory System (DRS).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree (AS): | ||
| Required Core: | 54.5 | |
| AMT 15A | Introduction to Aviation Maintenance for Airframe and Powerplant | 9 |
| AMT 15C | Introduction to Aviation Maintenance for Airframe and Powerplant Laboratory | 6.5 |
| AMT 29A | Powerplant: Aircraft Reciprocating and Turbine Engines | 12 |
| AMT 29B | Powerplant: Aircraft Reciprocating and Turbine Engines Lab | 7.5 |
| AMT 39A | Airframe Structures: Primary and Secondary Systems | 12 |
| AMT 39B | Airframe Structures: Primary and Secondary Systems Lab | 7.5 |
| Total | 54.5 | |
Other Information
Manufacturing, Industrial Design, and Transportation
Local Program (Major) Code: S014
Program Control Number: 04772
TOP Code: 0950.10*
CIP Code: 47.0607