# Aviation Maintenance Technology (AVIM) courses San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 43 courses Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/20814/20885/20887/20815/20825 "Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027. ### AVIM 101G — General Aviation Technology Theory I - **Units:** 6 - **Hours:** 96 - 108 hours lecture - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 100, 101A, or 101B - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course introduces the theory of basic aerodynamics. Students learn about aircraft nomenclature and structure; stability; primary and secondary flight controls; and fixed and rotary wing principles of operation. Other topics include Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and manufacturers' aircraft specifications; data sheets; manuals; publications; and related Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), forms, and records. The course also covers weight and balance theory and ground operation and servicing. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance. ### AVIM 101H — General Aviation Technology Theory II - **Units:** 6 - **Hours:** 96 - 108 hours lecture - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 100, 101C, 101D - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course introduces students to the theory of aircraft fuel systems and components; instrumentation; and aircraft materials and processes. Topics include fuel management; fueling and defueling systems; dump systems; fluid lines and fittings; airframe instrument systems; corrosion control; aircraft hardware identification; materials and processes; precision measuring; and non-destructive testing. Students also practice documenting aircraft inspections and repairs. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance. ### AVIM 102G — General Aviation Maintenance Technology Practices I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 96-108 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 050,100L,100S,102A,102B, or 102E - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides practical training in the use of basic aviation maintenance hand and power tools. Students learn about safety wiring, twist drills, torque methods, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) forms and publications, ground handling, and aircraft weight and balance. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147; Appendix B; Subjects C, F, H, I, J, K, and L. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance. ### AVIM 102H — General Aviation Maintenance Technology Practices II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 96-108 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 050,100L,100S,102C,102D, or 102E - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides practical training in aircraft fuel and instrument systems, materials, and blueprints. Topics include materials and processes; precision measuring; aircraft hardware; corrosion control; drafting; and blueprint reading. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147; Appendix B; Subjects B, D, E, and G and Part 147; Appendix C, Section II, Subjects D and F. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance. ### AVIM 103A — Aircraft Wood, Fabric, Finishing and Composite Structures - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, inspection, servicing, testing, and repair of aircraft wood, composite, plastic enclosures, interior furnishings, and seatbelts. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 103B — Aircraft Welding and Sheet Metal Structures - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, inspection, servicing, testing, and repair of aircraft sheet metal and welded structures. Topics include identifying and selecting specific aluminum and steel alloys; selecting appropriate fasteners; and using gas and electric arc welding equipment. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 103C — Aircraft Hydraulic Systems - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, inspection, servicing, testing, and repair of aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems. Topics include safety considerations, fluid types, seal types, component parts, and troubleshooting issues. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 103D — Aircraft Landing Gear Systems - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of landing gear systems including retraction systems, shock struts, brakes, wheels, tires, and steering systems. Topics include the inspection, check, service, and repair of speed and take-off warning systems; electrical brake controls; anti-skid systems; and landing gear position indicating and warning systems. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 104A — Applied Aircraft Wood, Fabric, Finishing and Composite Structures - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 72-81 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 103A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course is a study of the design, inspection, servicing, testing, and repair of aircraft wood, composite, plastic enclosures, interior furnishings, and seatbelts. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix C, Section I: Subjects A, B, C, D: 11, 12, 13. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 104B — Applied Aircraft Welding and Sheet Metal Structures - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 72-81 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 103B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course is a study of the design, inspection, servicing, testing, and repair of aircraft sheet metal and welded structures. Topics include gas and electric arc welding; sheet metal layout, bending, and assembly techniques; and conventional and special fasteners. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix C, Section I: Subjects D: 14, 15, 16; E. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 104C — Applied Aircraft Hydraulic Systems - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 103C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course is a study of the design, inspection, servicing, testing, and repair of aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems. Topics include safety considerations, fluid types, seal types, component parts, and troubleshooting issues. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix C, Section II: Subject B. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 104D — Applied Aircraft Landing Gear Systems - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 103D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course teaches students to operate, inspect, check, service, and repair landing gear retraction systems, shock struts, brakes, wheels, tires, and steering systems. Other topics include the inspection, check, service, and repair of speed and take-off warning systems and components; electrical brake controls; anti-skid systems; and landing gear position and warning systems. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix C, Section II: Subjects A, H. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 105A — Aircraft Cabin Atmosphere Control - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, inspection, maintenance, and repair of cabin atmosphere control systems and aircraft protection systems. Topics include heating, cooling, pressurization, oxygen, and ice and rain systems and components. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 105B — Aircraft Assembly, Rigging and Inspection - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of fixed and rotary wing aircraft assembly techniques. Topics include aircraft alignment; balance and rigging of movable surfaces; jacking of aircraft; and aircraft inspections for conformity and airworthiness. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 106A — Aircraft Cabin Atmosphere Control - **Units:** 0.5 - **Hours:** 24-27 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 105A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course teaches students how to operate, maintain, and repair heating; cooling; air conditioning; pressurization; oxygen; and ice and rain control systems and components. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix C, Section II: Subjects C., I. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 106B — Applied Aircraft Assembly, Rigging and Inspection - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 105B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course teaches students the techniques used to assemble fixed and rotary wing aircraft in an aircraft maintenance shop environment. Topics include aircraft alignment; balance and rigging of movable surfaces; aircraft jacking procedures; and aircraft inspections for conformity and airworthiness. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147 Appendix C; Section I: Subjects F., G. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 107B — Turbine Engines - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the theory of operation, design, overhaul, inspection, servicing, repair, and troubleshooting of turbine engines. Topics include turbojet, turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft aircraft powerplants and their related subsystems. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 108B — Applied Turbine Engines - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 107B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the practical application of the theory of operation, design, overhaul, inspection, servicing, repair, and troubleshooting of turbine engines. Topics include turbojet, turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft aircraft powerplants and their related subsystems. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D, Section 2: Subjects F. 20 and 22; G. 24 and 25; H 26, 27, and 28; L; and M. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 109A — Airframe Electrical Systems - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 120 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 121A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, installation, and operation of alternating and direct current systems. Topics include communication and navigation systems; wiring; control circuits; switches; indicators; electrical power generation and control; circuit protection devices; and other electronic systems likely to be encountered by an aircraft technician. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 109B — Powerplant Ignition Systems - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, installation, and operation of powerplant ignition systems. Topics include magnetos, spark plug harnesses, spark plugs, solid-state exciters, turbine igniters, and other ignition systems likely to be encountered by an aircraft maintenance technician. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 109C — Powerplant Electrical Systems - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 120 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 121A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the design, installation, and operation of both direct and alternating powerplant electrical current systems. Topics include lead acid and nickel cadmium batteries; wiring; control circuits; switches; indicators; electrical power generation and control; circuit protection devices; and other electrical systems likely to be encountered by an aircraft maintenance technician. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 109D — Aircraft Fire Protection and Digital Logic - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 16 - 18 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This airframe and powerplant course covers all aspects of fire protection systems. Topics include system design, maintenance practices, extinguishing systems, digital logic systems, and basic computer applications used in the aircraft industry. This course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix C, Section II: Subject J; and Appendix D, Section II: Subject B. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe and/or Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 110A — Applied Airframe Electrical Systems - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 109A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an applied study of the design, installation, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of both direct and alternating current systems. Topics include communication and navigation systems; wiring; control circuits; switches; indicators; electrical power generation and control; circuit protection devices; and other electronic systems likely encountered by an aircraft maintenance technician. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147 Appendix C; Section II: Subjects E and G. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe rating. ### AVIM 110B — Applied Powerplant Ignition Systems - **Units:** 0.5 - **Hours:** 24-27 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 109B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an applied study of the design, installation, servicing, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of powerplant ignition systems. Topics include magnetos, spark plug harnesses, spark plugs, solid-state exciters, turbine igniters, and other ignition systems likely encountered by an aircraft maintenance technician. This course meets the requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D; Section II: Subject E. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 110C — Applied Powerplant Electrical Systems - **Units:** 0.5 - **Hours:** 24-27 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 109C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an applied study of the design, installation, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of both direct and alternating current systems. Topics include lead acid and nickel cadmium battery maintenance; wiring; control circuits; switches; indicators; electrical power generation and control; circuit protection devices; and other electrical systems likely to be encountered by an aircraft maintenance technician. This course meets the requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D; Section II: Subjects A & C. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 111C — Reciprocating Engines I - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of the theory of operation, design, overhaul, inspection, and repair of aircraft reciprocating powerplants. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 111D — Reciprocating Engines II - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of aircraft reciprocating powerplant systems and operations. Topics include the check, repair, servicing, installation, removal, and inspection of aircraft reciprocating powerplants. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 112C — Applied Reciprocating Engines I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 96-108 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 111C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an applied study of the theory of operation, overhaul, inspection, and repair of aircraft reciprocating powerplants. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D, Section I: Subjects A: 1, 2. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 112D — Applied Reciprocating Engines II - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 111D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an applied study of powerplant systems and operations. Topics include the operation, installation, removal, inspection, repair, servicing, check, and troubleshooting of powerplant installations. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D, Section I: Subjects A: 3, 4; C: 8. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 120 — Basic D.C. Electronics Theory - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for Electronic Systems (ELDT) 124 or 124L or Electronics (ELRN) 120 or 120A or Electricity (ELCT) 111 or 111L. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in direct current electronics theory. Topics include atomic theory; direct current concepts; series, parallel, and circuit analysis; magnetism; and electromagnetism. The course emphasizes the theoretical application of Ohm's and Kirchhoff's laws. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe or Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 121A — Applied Basic D.C. Electronics - **Units:** 1.5 - **Hours:** 72-81 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 120 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for Electronic Systems (ELDT) 124 or 124L, or Electronics (ELRN) 121 or 121A or 123, or Electricity (ELCT) 111 or 111L. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in practical applications of direct current electronics theory. Topics include atomic theory; direct current concepts; series, parallel, and circuit analysis; magnetism; and electromagnetism. The course emphasizes the proper use of multimeters and the troubleshooting of direct current circuits. It meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix B, Subject A. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe or Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 203 — Advanced Composites - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent FAA Airframe or Powerplant Certificate. and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent FAA Airframe or Powerplant Certificate. - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 204 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course focuses on advanced aircraft composite structures, maintenance, and fabrication. Topics include reinforcements, resins, and core materials used in bonded structures. Students also learn about repair strategies and post-cure inspection. This course is intended for students seeking knowledge and skills in aircraft composites. ### AVIM 204 — Advanced Composites Laboratory - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent FAA Airframe or Powerplant Certificate. and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent FAA Airframe or Powerplant Certificate. - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 203 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers applications of advanced aircraft composite structures, maintenance, and fabrication techniques. Topics include reinforcements, resins, and core materials used in bonded structures. Students also perform post-cure inspection and use approved fasteners. This course is intended for students seeking knowledge and skills in aircraft composites. ### AVIM 205 — Advanced Aircraft Metal Forming and Welding Lecture - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 206 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course focuses on traditional hand- and machine-forming of aircraft sheet metal. Topics include welding of various aircraft metals using traditional and modern welding techniques and strategies. This course is intended for students seeking advanced knowledge and skills in aircraft fabrication and repair. ### AVIM 206 — Advanced Aircraft Metal Forming and Welding Laboratory - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 205 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides a practical application of traditional hand- and machine-forming of aircraft sheet metal. It encompasses the application of various welding techniques based on different aircraft metals. Students also learn to perform post-weld inspections. This course is intended for students seeking advanced knowledge and skills in aircraft fabrication and repair. ### AVIM 241 — Aircraft Propeller Systems - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 107A - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of aircraft propellers. Topics include the aerodynamics, theory of operation, inspection, checks, troubleshooting, and maintenance of reciprocating and turboprop controllable-pitch propellers and propeller components. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 242 — Applied Aircraft Propeller Systems - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 241 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 108A - Grading: Letter Grade Only The course is an applied study of the installation, removal, inspection, repair, service, and troubleshooting of propellers and propeller system components. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D, Section II: Subject K. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 249 — Induction and Fuel Metering - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 111A - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of aircraft induction systems. Topics include the theory of operation, design, overhaul, inspection, servicing, repair, and troubleshooting of normally aspirated, turbo-charged, and supercharged induction systems, fuel metering systems, anti-detonation systems, and fuel controls in aircraft powerplants. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 250 — Applied Induction and Fuel Metering - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 249 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 112A - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course covers aircraft induction systems. Topics include the theory of operation, design, overhaul, inspection, servicing, repair, and troubleshooting of normally aspirated, turbo-charged, and supercharged induction systems, fuel metering systems, anti-detonation systems, and fuel controls in aircraft powerplants. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D, Section II: Subjects F: 20, 21, 22; G: 24, 25; and H: 26, 27, 28. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 253 — Lubrication, Cooling, and Exhaust - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Prerequisite:** AVIM 101G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 101H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and AVIM 102H with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 111B - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of aircraft lubrication, cooling, and exhaust systems. Topics include inspection, checks, service, repair, and maintenance of aircraft wet and dry sump oil systems; liquid and air powerplant cooling systems; open and collected exhaust powerplant systems; and the identification and selection of lubricants. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 254 — Applied Lubrication, Cooling, and Exhaust - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: AVIM 253 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/avim.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/avim.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for AVIM 112B - Grading: Letter Grade Only This applied course covers aircraft lubrication, cooling, and exhaust systems theory. Topics include inspection, checks, service, repair, and maintenance of aircraft wet and dry sump oil systems; liquid and air powerplant cooling systems; open and collected exhaust powerplant systems; and the identification and selection of lubricants. The content of this course meets the minimum requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147, Appendix D, Section II: Subjects D: 14, 15, 16; I: 29, 30; and J: 31, 32a, 32b. It is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those seeking a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Powerplant rating. ### AVIM 270 — Aviation Maintenance Technology Internship / Work Experience - **Units:** 1-4 - **Hours:** 54 - 216 hours other - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: Obtain Permission Number from Instructor - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides on-the-job learning experiences for students employed in an aviation maintenance technology-related job or internship. Students develop workplace competencies, critical thinking skills, and problem solving abilities through the creation and achievement of job-related behavioral learning objectives. This course may be taken up to four times. One unit of credit may be earned for every 54 hours of work experience. A maximum of fourteen credit hours for all work experience subject areas may be earned during one enrollment period. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Maintenance Technology or those interested in the aeronautics field. ### AVIM 290 — Independent Study - **Units:** 1-3 - **Hours:** 48-162 hours other - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: Obtain Permission Number from Instructor - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This course is for students who wish to conduct additional research, a special project, or learning activities in the field of aviation maintenance technology. It is not intended to replace an existing course in the discipline. In this course students will have a written contract with their instructor for activities such as: preparing problem analysis, engaging in primary research, preparing reports, and meeting with the instructor at specific intervals.