Aviation Maintenance Technology - Pennsylvania College of Technology

Aviation Maintenance Technology from Pennsylvania College of Technology is a Campus Bachelor Aeronautical engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Aviation Maintenance is a bachelor of science degree structured to prepare a graduate for employment in repairing and maintaining modern aircraft. The major builds on the first two years of aircraft maintenance (A&P - Airframe and Powerplant emphasis) or on the experience of a practicing aircraft technician (A&P) with another 16 credits of general education. The third and fourth years concentrate on developing skills in electronics, computers, business and general education, with particular emphasis in avionics systems and troubleshooting. The baccalaureate course work is designed to provide a broad base of technical knowledge in order to repair the integrated mechanical and electronic systems found on aircraft of today and tomorrow. Career Opportunities Aviation technician with major airlines, commuter airlines, fixed-base operators, aerospace subcontractors, aircraft manufacturers and the Federal Aviation Administration. With experience, graduates may advance to positions such as aircraft maintenance supervisor, accident investigator, aviation safety inspector, and to management positions with airlines, manufacturers and fixed-base operations. Program Goals A graduate of the Aviation Maintenance Technology major should be able to: master the theoretical knowledge and demonstrate the applied skills to successfully complete the requirements for the FAA General, Powerplant, and Airframe exams. demonstrate proper safety procedures and follow all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. understand and demonstrate the professional and ethical standards appropriate in the aviation industry. demonstrate overall proficiency in aviation technology. demonstrate information literacy as defined by the student\\\'s ability to locate, understand, apply, and document data from technical manuals. be successfully employed and demonstrate the capacity for professional advancement. View more details on Pennsylvania College of Technology . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Aeronautical engineering courses.