Orange Coast College Program Outcomes Students successfully completing the Orange Coast College Aviation Maintenance Technology program will have the necessary skills and training for proficiency in taking written, oral and practical exams for certification which may be required for employment. Working craftsmen will be able to improve or develop additional proficiencies required for professional growth or advancement in their current employment. All qualification training and tests are prescribed and follow the guide of the Federal Aviation. The following job titles include senior positions earned after beginning in an entry-level position and advancing upward: Aircraft Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electrical Technician Mechanic Aircraft Inspector Executive Aviation Mechanic Aircraft Manufacturer Flight Test Mechanic Airframe & Powerplant Technician Airframe Mechanic Airline Maintenance Mechanic Avionics Technician Civil Defense Aircraft Engine Overhaul Mechanic (Turbine or Recips.) FAA Repair Station Technician General Aviation Maintenance Mechanic Helicopter Mechanic Powerplant Mechanic U.S. Military Aircraft Mechanic Note: Although the courses are sequenced, they may be started at any time. AIRFRAME CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT This program provides training for the student who desires to be an Airframe Technician. The training received enables the technician to return to service an airplane, related part, and appliance after performing, supervising or inspecting its maintenance or alterations. This Certificate of Achievement can be acquired in two semesters, one intersession, and one summer school session. This certificate would enable students to achieve employment at local aircraft manufacturing and repair facilities. Program Outcomes Students successfully completing the Orange Coast College Aviation Maintenance Technology program will have the necessary skills and training for proficiency in taking written, oral and practical exams for AIRFRAME certifi- cation which may be required for employment. Working craftsmen will be able to improve or develop additional proficiencies required for professional growth or advancement in their current employment. All qualification training and tests are prescribed and follow the guide of the Federal Aviation. 80 Required Courses Course Units FALL General Maintenance Records General Electricity Gen Airframe/Powerplant Fuel Gen Mat/Processes/Weld Gen Wgt/Bal/Math/Physcs SPRING Airframe & Powerplant Elec Airframe & Powerplant Instrument Airframe Sheet Mtl/Cmposte Airframe Asmbly/Rig/ECS Airframe Comm/Nvgation Sys Gen Blueprint Read/Drft SUMMER Airframe Hyd & Lndg Gear AMT AMT AMT AMT AMT A150 A151 A152 A153 A154 4 3 2 3 3 AMT AMT AMT AMT AMT AMT A160 A180 A161 A162 A181 A155 6 2.5 5.5 3 2 2 AMT A163 4.5 Total Units 40.5 Program approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Completion of the above enables the student to take the FAA Airframe written examination. ASSOCIATE DEGREE Complete the Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science Graduation Requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.