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:
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
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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.
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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
- Seats are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. 听
- AMT students will be required to provide a current five (5) panel drug screen test 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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