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Program Purpose
The Aviation Maintenance program prepares individuals for employment in the aircraft maintenance industry. Aircraft mechanics are employed by the airlines, aircraft manufacturing companies, repair stations, the United States military, and general aviation fixed base operators. Some mechanics specialize in work on a particular part of an aircraft, such as metal or composite surfaces, avionics equipment, hydraulic systems, landing gear, propellers or engines. Others, particularly those employed by the smaller fixed base operators, work on many different aircraft. Del Mar College has been certified by the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) as an Aviation maintenance Technician School since 2006.
Note: It is recommended that students pursue both the Airframe and Powerplant ratings for maximum employment potential.
Program Mission
The mission of the Aviation Maintenance program is to provide individuals with opportunities for educational experiences that enable them to develop the skills necessary for employment in the aviation maintenance industry.
Program Goals
The goals of the program are to:
- •Provide the opportunity for students to develop the technical skills necessary for employment in the aviation maintenance industry
- •Assist students in their preparation to meet the technical knowledge requirement for mechanic certification, require by Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 65
- •Provide the opportunity for students to develop core skills in general education in reading, writing, mathematics, and science reasoning
Job Requirements
Many jobs in the aircraft maintenance industry require mechanics that are certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Two ratings are applicable to this certification: Airframe and Powerplant. Three options are offered in Aviation Maintenance: an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Aviation Maintenance, a certificate in Aviation Maintenance(Powerplant), and a certificate in Aviation Maintenance (Airframe). The AAS degree program provides the experience require to obtain the aircraft mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings. Each certificate program provides the experience required to obtain the aircraft mechanic certificate with the rating appropriate for the program completed.
The program provides extensive hands-on training in small classes with well-trained teachers. Equipment and curriculum are up-to-date and include nondestructive testing, composites electrical systems troubleshooting and reciprocating and turbine engine theory and maintenance, to mention a few.
Degree Plans
Associate in Applied Science Degree: Aviation Maintenance - Airframe Applied Technology
Certificate: Aviation Maintenance - Airframe Applied Technology
Diploma: Aviation Maintenance- Airframe Applied Technology
Program Cost
Current Tuition can be found here. Books will cost approximately $220 for the program. The student will also be responsible for providing their own hand tools, and safety equipment.
Faculty/Contact Information
Joseph Dudek
Associate Professor
AM - 107
698-2719
jdudek@delmar.edu |
Christopher Burnette
Instructor
AM - 102
698-2721
cburnette@delmar.edu |
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