Powerplant Maintenance
This certificate is included in our two year Aviation Maintenance Technology associate's degree. Students earning the associate's degree will automatically earn this certificate. However, students may inquire about earning this certificate on its own, please contact us for more information. This certificate provides students with both theory and practical lab application in powerplant theory and construction both for reciprocating and turbine engines, and theory and repair of powerplant accessories. This certificate in conjunction with the General Aircraft Maintenance Certificate allows students to be eligible to apply for a Federal Aviation Administration Maintenance Powerplant License. Completion of the General Aircraft Maintenance Certificate is required before an Airframe and/or Powerplant Certificate can be issued. This two-quarter certificate provides students with both theory and practical lab application in powerplant theory and construction both for reciprocating and turbine engines, and theory and repair of powerplant accessories. This certificate in conjunction with the General Aircraft Maintenance Certificate allows students to be eligible to apply for a Federal Aviation Administration Maintenance Powerplant License. Completion of the General Aircraft Maintenance Certificate is required before Airframe and/or Powerplant Certificate programs are taken.