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Nicole Griffin
Dean of CTE
Central/Mother Lode
Cerro Coso Community College
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Program Details
Aviation Mechanic Technician - Powerplant
New Program
Aviation Powerplant Mechanics (095020)
01/01/26
The Aviation Mechanic Technician-Powerplant Certificate of Achievement (30 units) is designed to develop skills for licensure and entry into the field of aviation maintenance. Upon completion of this certificate, students demonstrate a general understanding of aircraft engines, apply critical thinking skills to technical issues, make preliminary diagnoses during troubleshooting, remove and replace aircraft components, and demonstrate an understanding of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. This program prepares students for careers as aircraft mechanics, aircraft nondestructive testing analysts, aviation troubleshooters, and aviation quality control managers.
Each course for this certificate must be completed with a grade of “C” or better or of "P" if the class is taken on a pass/no-pass basis.
Program estimates 40-60 completers annually.
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
The program goal is occupational.
This certificate is part of a comprehensive multi-certification program to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to complete the Aviation Mechanic Technician General written and oral exams for certification. Advisory boards and industry partners have expressed a need for certified Aviation Mechanics.
Course Units and Hours
30
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Course Report
Program Learning Outcomes
- Perform an ignition systems check to include ignition switch, ignition leads, magnetos, harnesses, and spark plugs.
- Identify and explain the function of all parts of the cylinder assembly.
- During an engine overhaul, perform a valve refacing so that valve seat is concentric with valve guide.
Complete all of the following courses:
AERO C107X 7.5 Units
AERO C108X 7.5 Units
AERO C109X 7.5 Units
AERO C110X 7.5 Units
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AERO C107X | Aircraft Mechanic Technician Powerplant I | 7.5 | Y1 |
| AERO C108X | Aircraft Mechanic Technician Powerplant II | 7.5 | Y1 |
| AERO C109X | Aircraft Maintenance Technician Powerplant III | 7.5 | Y1 |
| AERO C110X | Aircraft Maintenance Technician Powerplant IV | 7.5 | Y1 |
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10/07/25 - 01:43 PM
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