Program Description
The Aviation Maintenance Technician-Powerplant program prepares students for employment in the field of aviation maintenance. The program emphasizes a combination of aircraft powerplant maintenance theory and practical application. This program meets the FAA academic requirements for Mechanic-Powerplant certification.
FAQ
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Career Information
Occupation
Avionics Maintenance Technicians
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 11% over the next ten years. Estimated salaries start at $66,680 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using the Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
Airframe and Powerplant programs are highly competitive and in addition to the general college admissions requirements which can be found here: (General College Admissions Requirements), there are additional criteria used for the admission of students into this program:
· Must be at least 18 years old.
· Must be able to attend day courses full-time, Mon-Thurs.
· Must attend an information session (Please check the website for session dates and times).
· Must complete a YouScience Assessment (Access to be provided at information sessions).
· Must complete an application for admission and submit all required documents by the specified program deadline rather than the general college admissions deadline. (Please check the website for program specific deadlines).
Students who successfully meet the above requirements will be ranked based on the order that their completed application was submitted, as well as their YouScience rankings for “Most Interest” and “Highest Aptitude.” The program will accept 25 students based on those rankings every time a new cohort begins.
Program Contact Information
Clarence Willis
Program Chair, Aviation
Aviation Training Director
Office: Building A, Office AV1012B
Phone: 404-225-4497
Email: cwillis@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 3 terms
Credit Hours: 48
Estimated Program Cost: $8,626
Required Courses
Occupational Courses (48 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 48
Program Outcomes
1 Program graduate will be able to competently perform general maintenance work on various aircraft.
2 Program graduate will be able to competently service aircraft engines.
3 Program graduate will be prepared to sit for the FAA Mechanic-Power Plant certification exam.