# Pilot Studies (Certificate of Achievement)

San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Aviation

Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/20879/20987/20988/20880/20099

### Summary

Qualifies the student for the FAA Private Pilot exam, with an emphasis on aircraft maintenance as it applies to the pilot.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Pilot Studies Program will be able to:**

1.  Possess the knowledge and skills necessary to research, inspect, repair, and maintain airframes in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration and the aeronautical manufacturers and maintenance organizations of the aviation industry.

### Credit for Aviation Maintenance Technician - Airframe or Powerplant Rating

Pending Aviation Department review and approval, students who hold a valid FAA Airframe or Powerplant Rating may apply to the Aviation Maintenance Technology Department for a maximum of 35 units. The units granted with a grade of CR will be posted to the student’s transcript upon completion of the remaining Associate of Science Degree requirements.

### Credit for Military Schools and Experience

Pending Aviation Department review and approval, students who have completed military technical schools recognized by the FAA may apply to the Aviation Maintenance Technology Department for a maximum of 15 units.

### Credit for Work Experience

Students who have valid work experience in the aviation industry may challenge a maximum of 15 units. Refer to the Challenge Procedure section of the catalog.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 21 |
| AVIA 101 | Private Pilot Ground School | 3 |
| AVIA 128 | Group Dynamics for High Risk Teams | 3 |
| AVIA 133 | Human Factors in Aviation | 3 |
| AVIM 101G | General Aviation Technology Theory I | 6 |
| AVIM 101H | General Aviation Technology Theory II | 6 |