Course Descriptions

Composite Technology Repair, COC

AVC 100 Aerospace Safety

This course provides an in-depth study of the human and safety practices required for work in aviation and manufacturing fields.

Topics include: introduction to OSHA regulations; safety tools, equipment, and procedures; hazardous waste, and first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

AVC 103 Geodimensioning & Tolerancing

Provides an understanding of the basic terms and principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). The course provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to identify GD&T symbols and how to interpret those symbols.

CFT 140 Composites Inspection

Provides students with an understanding of the inspection process during repair procedures. Students learn the role of repair technicians in the inspection process while obtaining hands-on experience in basic Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) testing techniques. Emphasis is placed on the importance of documentation in the inspection of repair.

CFT 141 Dissassembly & Damage Removal Techniques

Provides student with the knowledge required to safely and effectively prepare a part for repair. In the laboratory setting, students learn to effectively remove finish and disassemble and remove damaged composite material. Special attention is paid on developing students’ tactile skills in all of these areas.

CFT 142 Composite Repair

Provides students with the knowledge and techniques used in structural repairs of aircraft made with composite materials. Students complete multiple industry-based projects designed to challenge their skills with both wet lay-up and pre-preg materials.

CFT 143 COmplex Composite Repairs

Provides students with hands-on experience working with nonstructural composite repairs. Instruction includes learning how to solve problems presented in non-production atmospheres in relation to composite repairs. Students also review case studies and problem- solving models.

CFT 144 Electrical Bonding Repair

Provides students with the knowledge and skills used in electrical bonding composite repair. Students learn theory and application using secondary bonding techniques.