COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: AERM - Aircraft Mechanic/Technician Airframe
AERM 1203. SHOP PRACTICE (1-4-2) 47.0607
An introduction to shop safety; the correct use of hand tools, equipment and precision measurement, identification of aircraft hardware and the fabrication of fluid lines and tubing. Emphasis on procedures for testing, heat treating and inspection of aircraft structures. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1205. WEIGHT AND BALANCE (1-4-2) 47.0607
An introduction to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required subjects relating to the weighing of aircraft, the performance of weight and balance calculations and appropriate maintenance record entries. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1208. FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS (1-4-2) 47.0607
A course in the use and understanding of the Federal Aviation Administration and aircraft manufacturers' publications, forms and records; and the exercise of mechanic privileges within prescribed limitations. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1210. GROUND OPERATIONS (1-4-2) 47.0607
An introductory course in fuels, servicing methods and safety procedures, aircraft movement, securing and operations of aircraft, external power equipment, aircraft cleaning and corrosion control. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1241. WOOD, FABRIC AND FINISHES (1-3-2) 47.0607
A course in the use and care of various covering materials, finishes and wood structures including approved methods and procedures. Safety also addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1243. INSTRUMENT AND NAVIGATION/COMMUNICATION (2-1-2) 47.0607
A study of aircraft instruments and electronic flight instrument systems including testing and installing instruments; inspecting, checking and troubleshooting navigation communication systems; and inspecting and repairing antennas and electronic equipment installations. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1253. AIRCRAFT WELDING (1-3-2) 47.0607
Skill development in repair procedures for steel, magnesium, brass and aluminum materials used in aircraft assembly and selection and application of appropriate methods of welding, brazing and soldering steel, magnesium, brass and aluminum. Fundamentals of safety procedures also addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1254. AIRCRAFT COMPOSITES (1-4-2) 47.0607
Comprehensive concepts of the inspection and repair of composite, fiberglass, honeycomb and laminated structural materials including doors, windows, bonded structures and interior furnishings. Safety procedures will also be addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1315. AVIATION SCIENCE (2-4-3) 47.0607
Fundamentals of mathematics, physics and drawing as they apply to aircraft principles and operations as required by the Federal Aviation Administration for airframe and power plant mechanics. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1340. AIRCRAFT PROPELLERS (2-4-3) 47.0608
Fundamentals of propeller design, function and construction. Skill development in inspection, servicing and repair of fixed-pitch, constant-speed and feathering propellers and governing systems. Instruction in removal, balancing and installation of propellers and fundamentals of safety are also addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1347. AIRFRAME AUXILIARY (2-3-3) 47.0607
Topics address airframe auxiliary systems including the operation and repair of position and warning system, cabin atmospheric control systems, ice and rain control systems for aircraft and engines and fire detection and protection systems. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1349. HYDRAULIC, PNEUMATIC, AND FUEL SYSTEMS (2-4-3) 47.0607
Skill development in inspecting, servicing, and maintaining aircraft fluid systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and fuel. Application of basic concepts through detailed maintenance procedures. R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1350. LANDING GEAR SYSTEMS (2-3-3) 47.0607
General principles of inspection, servicing, overhaul and repair of fixed and retractable landing gear systems and the operation and repair of position and warning systems. Includes coverage of systems, components, operation and fundamentals of safety procedures. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1351. AIRCRAFT TURBINE ENGINE THEORY (3-1-3) 47.0608
General principles of theory, history and servicing of turbine engines to include lubrication, instrumentation, auxiliary power units and exhaust systems. Fundamentals of safety procedures are also addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1352. AIRCRAFT SHEET METAL (2-4-3) 47.0607
Skill development in inspection and repair of sheet metal structures including forming, lay out, and bending of sheet metal and identification, selection, and installation of rivets and fasteners. Fundamentals of safety procedures also addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1357. FUEL METERING AND INDUCTION SYSTEMS (2-4-3) 47.0608
Skill development of fuel metering and induction systems used on reciprocating and turbine engines including fuel metering systems, carburetors, induction systems, heat exchangers and cooling systems. Fundamentals of safety procedures will also be addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1392. SPECIAL TOPICS (3-1-64)
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology, or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
AERM 1414. BASIC ELECTRICITY (3-4-4) 47.0607
A study of aircraft electrical systems and their requirements including the use of ammeter, voltmeter and ohmmeter; series and parallel circuits; inductance and capacitance; magnetism; converting alternating current (AC to direct current DC); controlling devices; maintenance and servicing of aircraft batteries; and reading and interpreting aircraft electrical diagrams to include solid devices and logic functions. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1444. AIRCRAFT RECIPROCATING ENGINES (4-1-4) 47.0608
A study of reciprocating engines and their development, operating principles and theory. Instruction in engine instruments, lubricating and exhaust systems. Fundamentals of safety will also be addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1445. AIRFRAME ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (3-4-4) 47.0607
A study of airframe electrical systems including installation, removal, disassembly and repair of electrical components and related wiring. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1456. AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT ELECTRICAL (3-4-4) 47.0608
General principles of theory, operation and maintenance of powerplant electrical systems including ignition, starting and fire protection systems. Fundamentals of safety procedures will also be addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 1491. SPECIAL TOPICS (3-3-96)
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology, or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
AERM 1492. SPECIAL TOPICS (3-3-96)
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology, or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
AERM 2231. AIRFRAME INSPECTION (CAPSTONE) (1-3-2) 47.0607
In depth coverage of methods and procedures to perform airframe conformity and air worthiness inspections (including one hundred hour inspections) in accordance with Federal Aviation regulations and manufacturer's service information. Safety procedures will also be addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 2264. PRACTICUM - AIRFRAME MECHANICS AND AIRFRAME MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY/TECHNICIAN (0-20-2)
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 2333. ASSEMBLY AND RIGGING (2-4-3) 47.0607
A comprehensive study of the assembly and rigging of fixed and rotary-wing aircraft including structural alignment, balancing and rigging of control systems and assembly of aircraft components. Fundamentals of safety procedures are also addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 2351. AIRCRAFT TURBINE ENGINE OVERHAUL (2-4-3) 47.0608
A comprehensive study in inspection, disassembly, reassembly and replacement of gas turbine engines, sections and components including operational troubleshooting, analysis and safety. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 2352. AIRCRAFT POWER PLANT INSPECTION (CAPSTONE) (2-4-3) 47.0608
In-depth coverage of methods and procedures to perform powerplant conformity and airworthiness inspections (including one hundred hour inspections) in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer's information. Safety procedures will also be addressed. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
AERM 2359. ADVANCED COMPOSITE REPAIR (1-4-3) 47.0607
An advanced study and practical application of composite repair, processes, and tooling. Includes complex repair and manufacturing techniques.