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Aviation Maintenance

Program Information

Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) equips students to inspect, repair, and service aircraft engines and systems. This program introduces them to aviation maintenance and essential aircraft system theories. Students are fully prepared for FAA exams to attain their Aircraft Maintenance Technician Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating. FAA-certified AMTs ensure the safety and efficiency of U.S.-registered aircraft. The curriculum covers physics, aerodynamics, engines, structures, and more for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. Learning happens in classrooms and hands-on hangar training on FAA certified aircraft. Certification is based on FAA-approved training, experience, and successful testing.听听

Brief Description of Program:

Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) equips students to inspect, repair, and service aircraft engines and systems. This program introduces students to aviation maintenance and essential aircraft system theories. Students are fully prepared for FAA exams to attain their Aircraft Maintenance Technician Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating. FAA-certified AMTs ensure the safety and efficiency of U.S.-registered aircraft. The curriculum covers physics, aerodynamics, engines, structures, and more for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. Students receive classroom instruction as well as hands-on hangar training on FAA certified aircraft. Certification is based on FAA-approved training, experience, and successful testing.

Location of Program:

Hancock County Campus

Program Start:

Fall Semester

Instructor Contact Information:


aviation@prcc.edu

Your natural abilities


  • Troubleshooting
  • Precision
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Teamwork
  • Motivated & detail oriented

Classroom knowledge

  • Mathematics: Conduct the weight and balance of aircrafts
  • Physics: Apply theories of matter and energy to the principles of aerodynamics of aircraft structures
  • Mechanical: Disassemble, Troubleshoot, Inspect & Repair various aircraft components and systems.
  • Electrical: Install and repair aircraft electrical systems, hydraulic systems and pneumatic systems
  • Chemical: Safely handle chemicals associated with aircraft corrosion control and cleaning

Graduation options

  • Associate in Applied Science
  • FAA Powerplant License
  • FAA Airframe License

Possible careers in this program:

Opportunities for careers include but are not limited to: Aircraft Maintenance Technician, General Aviation Aircraft Mechanic, Oil & Gas Helicopter Mechanic, Airlines Flight Line Mechanic, Aircraft Restorer, Turbine Maintenance Technician, NDT Maintenance Technician, UAV Maintenance Technician, Balloon and Airship Maintenance Technician

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics gives you comprehensive tools to explore salaries and incomes for any industry across the state.

HOW TO APPLY

The Aviation Maintenance Technology program offers an FAA-certified curriculum designed to prepare students for a career as aircraft, airframe and powerplant mechanics. The program is four semesters, both fall and spring and summer courses for the Associate of Applied Science degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology. This program is designed to prepare the student for the Federal Aviation Administration exams for certification as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician. PRCC鈥檚 AMT program is housed in the PRCC Hancock Aviation and Aerospace Workforce Academy, located at 13915 Fred and Al Key Rd, Kiln, MS 39556. See map below.

1. Complete PRCC Application

After completing the PRCC application, you will receive RiverGuide credentials needed to complete the Aviation program application.

ACT scores should be sent electronically to PRCC directly from ACT.org.听

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2. Complete Program Application

*Completion of the application does not guarantee admission to the program. The Aviation Maintenance Technology program has a limited student capacity and requires additional documentation.听

NOTE: Students must be 18 years old by the first day of class.

All required documentation must be submitted electronically through the Aviation Maintenance Technology application to be considered for an interview.

Email: aviation@prcc.edu

3. Interview with AMT Instructor

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If you are selected for the program,听 you will be required to provide a current five (5) panel drug screen and pass a background check for final admittance.听

**Note: Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the AMT program.听

**The Aviation Maintenance Technology program has a $1,000 per semester fee. For a detail on all all PRCC Tuition and Fees, click here.听听

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