AVIATION MECHANIC - POWERPLANT

This program provides graduates with the knowledge, skills, and risk management elements described in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airman Certification Standards for both the “General” and “Powerplant” subjects. Upon successful completion of this program, students will meet regulatory requirements to take the FAA General and Powerplant written exams, as well as the FAA Powerplant oral and practical exams which lead to issuance of the Aviation Mechanic Certificate with a Powerplant Rating.

Learning Outcome(s):

1. Remove and install a fuel nozzle in a turbine engine.
2. Perform engine inspection requirement in compliance with 14 CFR Part 43 and 14 CFR Part 91.
3. Troubleshoot an engine oil temperature/pressure instrument system and perform necessary repairs to make system operable.
4. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with fire protection system extinguishing agents.
5. Inspect engine Perform inspection of aircraft reciprocating engine and determine airworthiness.