Aviation Maintenance
15 courses · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
AVMT 110 AVIATION GENERAL MAINTENANCE I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Includes general aviation maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Covers fundamental electricity and electronics; aircraft weight and balance; mathematics; physics for aviation; ground operations and servicing; and human factors IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expense, to successfully complete the course requirements.
AVMT 110A AVIATION GENERAL MAINTENANCE IA
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 5.5 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/4.50 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Includes general aviation maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Covers fundamental electricity and electronics, and ground operations and servicing. IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expense to successfully complete the course requirements.
AVMT 110B AVIATION GENERAL MAINTENANCE IB
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 5.5 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/4.50 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Includes general aviation maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Covers aircraft weight and balance; mathematics; physics for aviation; and human factors. IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expense, to successfully complete the course requirements.
AVMT 111 AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN FUNDAMENTALS
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 6 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/3.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours/0.00 work experience hours)
- Prerequisite
- EET 213 or AVMT 110A or AVMT 110
Applies foundational electrical and maintenance knowledge to develop aircraft electronics and avionics competencies required for entry-level technician roles. Instruction includes communication, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) systems, basic avionics installation practices, and electronic system fundamentals. Emphasis is placed on system understanding, proper use of technical documentation, and preparation for applied performance in avionics environments. Course content and assessments are aligned with the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) Level 1 competency framework. Instruction also includes preparation for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL), including applicable regulations and electronic fundamentals. Certification and licensure are not awarded as part of this course. Students seeking external certification or licensure must complete those processes independently and are responsible for any associated fees.
AVMT 112 AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS AND AVIONICS SYSTEMS PERFORMANCE
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 7.5 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/4.50 lab hours/0.00 activity hours/0.00 work experience hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 111
This course develops avionics technical skills through structured, hands-on performance of tasks across major avionics systems. Students will perform procedures related to pitot-static systems, surveillance systems, autopilot and flight control, navigation systems, communication systems, wiring and installation, software configuration, and documentation. Emphasis is placed on correct task execution using technical data and standard procedures. This course prepares students for independent troubleshooting and competency validation. Course content and assessments are aligned with the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) Advanced competency framework and are designed to prepare students for CAET Advanced certification-level performance expectations.
AVMT 113 AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS AND AVIONICS DIAGNOSTICS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 9 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/6.00 lab hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 112
This capstone course develops advanced avionics troubleshooting and system integration skills through independent task performance and scenario-based diagnostics. Students will diagnose, repair, and verify avionics systems across multiple domains, integrating knowledge of CNS, flight control, navigation, communication, wiring, and software systems. Emphasis is placed on independent performance, repeatable competency, and technical decision-making consistent with industry standards. Course content and assessments are aligned with the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) Advanced competency framework and are designed to prepare students for CAET Advanced certification-level performance expectations. Certification is not awarded as part of this course. Students seeking CAET certification must complete the certification process independently and are responsible for any associated application, examination, or credentialing fees.
AVMT 120 AVIATION GENERAL MAINTENANCE II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 concurrently or AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A previously and AVMT 110B concurrently OR AVMT 110B previously and AVMT 110A concurrently
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Completes general aviation maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration for issuance of a general aviation maintenance technician certificate. Covers maintenance forms, records, and publications; mechanic privileges and limitations; aircraft material, hardware, and processes; aircraft drawings; fluid lines and fittings; cleaning and corrosion control; inspection concepts and techniques. IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expense, to successfully complete the course requirements.
AVMT 120A AVIATION GENERAL MAINTENANCE IIA
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 5.5 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/4.50 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Completes general aviation maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration for issuance of a general aviation maintenance technician certificate. Covers maintenance forms, records, and publications; mechanic privileges and limitations; aircraft drawings; cleaning and corrosion control. IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expense, to successfully complete the course requirements.
AVMT 120B AVIATION GENERAL MAINTENANCE IIB
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 5.5 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/4.50 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Completes general aviation maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration for issuance of a general aviation maintenance technician certificate. Covers aircraft material, hardware, and processes; fluid lines and fittings; inspection concepts and techniques. IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expen to successfully complete the course requirements.
AVMT 130 AVIATION AIRFRAME MAINTENANCE I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A and AVMT 110B AVMT 120 or AVMT 120A and AVMT 120B
Prepares students to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Covers a variety of airframe maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Includes sheet metal and non-metallic structures, welding, airframe inspection, cabin atmosphere control systems, and aircraft fuel systems.
AVMT 140 AVIATION AIRFRAME MAINTENANCE II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A and AVMT 110B AVMT 120 or AVMT 120A and AVMT 120B
Prepares students to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Includes a variety of airframe maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Covers wood structures, aircraft covering, aircraft finishes, non-metallic structures, assembly and rigging, rotorcraft fundamentals and fire protection systems.
AVMT 150 AVIATION AIRFRAME MAINTENANCE III
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A and AVMT 110B AVMT 120 or AVMT 120A and AVMT 120B
Prepares students with the skills and technical knowledge they need to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Includes a variety of airframe maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Covers: aircraft landing gear systems, hydraulic and pneumatic power systems, aircraft instrument systems, communication and navigation systems, aircraft electrical systems, position and warning systems, ice and rain control systems and airframe conformity inspection. IMPORTANT: Students are required to provide certain hand-tools at their own expense to successfully complete this course.
AVMT 160 AVIATION POWERPLANT MAINTENANCE I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A and AVMT 110B AVMT 120 or AVMT 120A and AVMT 120B
Prepares students to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Covers a variety of powerplant maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Includes: reciprocating engines (inspection and maintenance), engine instrument systems, ignition and starting systems, and fuel metering systems.
AVMT 170 AVIATION POWERPLANT MAINTENANCE II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A and AVMT 110B AVMT 120 or AVMT 120A and AVMT 120B
Prepares students to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Covers a variety of aircraft powerplant maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Includes: turbine engines (inspection and maintenance), engine instrument systems, ignition systems, auxiliary power unit systems, and fuel metering systems.
AVMT 180 AVIATION POWERPLANT MAINTENANCE III
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 12 hours per week: (2.00 lecture hours/10.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Prerequisite
- AVMT 110 or AVMT 110A and AVMT 110B AVMT 120 or AVMT 120A and AVMT 120B
Prepares students to perform maintenance on aircraft in the aviation maintenance industry. Covers a variety of aircraft powerplant maintenance subjects required by the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Includes inspection of aircraft engine accessories and appliances, fire detection and extinguishing systems, engine lubrication systems, fuel system, induction and airflow system, engine cooling systems, exhaust and reverser systems, propeller and inducted fan systems.