Course Descriptions

Powerplant – Aviation Maintenance Technology, TC

AMT 105 Technical Mathematics 2 Cr Hrs

Studies multiple concepts in mathematics. Students obtain functional efficiency in ratios, proportions, areas, volumes, angular measurements, graphs, roots, squares, cubes and basic trigonometry. Top of page

AMT 107 Aircraft Drawings 1 Cr Hr

Studies the basics of blueprint drawings, and students practice obtaining desired information from blueprints. Includes types of drawings, lines, dimensions, tolerances, specifications, sketching techniques and graphic interpolation. Top of page

AMT 109 Physics 2 Cr Hrs

Provides basic information on principles, fundamentals and technical procedures of physics as they relate to an aircraft. Top of page

AMT 111 Materials & Processes 4 Cr Hrs

Allows students to identify plumbing lines by size and fitting, different tube forming processes and types of aircraft bolts and threaded fasteners. Students are able to demonstrate knowledge of torques, torque wrenches, control cables, rivets, seals, wipers and sealing compounds and acquire technical skills required for preventative maintenance inspections. Top of page

AMT 113 Basic Electricity 4 Cr Hrs

A fundamental treatment of electricity with emphasis on physical circuit components, direct current circuit analysis and related mathematics. Top of page

AMT 115 Weight & Balance 2 Cr Hrs

An introduction to Federal Aviation Administration required subjects relating to weighing of aircraft, the performance of weight and balance calculations and appropriate maintenance record entries. Top of page

AMT 117 Mechanics Privileges & Limitations 1 Cr Hr

Acquaints and exercises mechanic privileges within the limitations prescribed by Part 65 of the Federal Aviation Regulations Aviation Maintenance Technology manual. Top of page

AMT 119 Maintenance Publications, Forms & Records 2 Cr Hrs

Enables students to read, comprehend and apply information contained in Federal Aviation Administration and manufacturers’ aircraft maintenance specifications, data sheets, manuals, publications and related Federal Aviation Administration regulations. Teaches students how to write descriptions of work performed including aircraft discrepancies and corrective actions using typical aircraft maintenance records. Top of page

AMT 123 Cleaning & Corrosion Control 1 Cr Hr

Provides basic information on identifying and selecting cleaning materials, inspecting, removing and treating aircraft corrosion and performing aircraft cleaning. Top of page

AMT 125 Fluid Lines & Fittings 1 Cr Hr

Provides basic information on principles, fundamentals and technical procedures relating to fuel, fuel systems, fluid lines and fittings. Top of page

AMT 127 Ground Operations & Service 2 Cr Hrs

Provides basic information on principles, fundamentals and technical procedures used in ground handling and support equipment as they relate to an aircraft. Students learn to demonstrate the correct and safe procedures for aircraft tie down, fueling, using auxiliary power units and identifying the different types of fire extinguishers and their proper applications. Top of page

AMT 131 General Review & Test 1 Cr Hr

Upon completion of Airframe or Powerplant, students complete the General Laser Grade written exam and complete the general oral and practical exam. Top of page

AMT 136 Propellers 4 Cr Hrs

Provides basic information on principles, fundamentals and technical procedures associated with propellers as they relate to the powerplant rating. Students learn how to inspect, check, service and repair propeller synchronizing and ice control systems; repair fixed-pitch, constant-speed and feathering propellers and propeller-governing systems; identify and select propeller lubricants; balance propellers; repair propeller control system components; and repair aluminum alloy propeller blades. Top of page

AMT 200 Reciprocating Engines 11 Cr Hrs

Enables students to inspect and repair radial engines; overhaul reciprocating engines; inspect, check, service and repair opposed

and radial engines and reciprocating engine installations; troubleshoot and remove reciprocating engines; and perform powerplant conformity and airworthiness inspections. Top of page

AMT 202 Engine Inspection 2 Cr Hrs

Enables students to perform powerplant conformity and airworthiness inspections. Top of page

AMT 203 Powerplant Ignition Systems 3 Cr Hrs

Enables students to overhaul magneto and ignition harness, repair engine ignition and starting system components, inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair reciprocating and turbine engine ignition systems and pneumatic starting system components. Top of page

AMT 204 Engine Fuel Systems 1 Cr Hr

Enables students to inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine fuel systems and components. Top of page

AMT 206 Auxiliary Power Units 1 Cr Hr

Enables students to inspect, check, service and troubleshoot turbine-driven auxiliary power units and provide basic information on principles, fundamentals and technical procedures involving auxiliary power units as they relate to the powerplant rating. Top of page

AMT 207 Fuel Metering Systems 4 Cr Hrs

Enables students to overhaul aircraft carburetors, repair engine fuel metering system components, inspect, check, service, troubleshoot repair and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and electronic engine fuel controls and reciprocating engine fuel metering systems. Top of page

AMT 208 Engine Electrical Systems 2 Cr Hrs

Provides students with the basic information to install, check, service and repair engine electrical system components, electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators and protective devices. Top of page

AMT 211 Powerplant Cooling Systems 1 Cr Hr

Enables students to repair engine cooling system components and inspect, check, troubleshoot, service and repair engine
cooling systems. Top of page

AMT 213 Powerplant Lubrication Systems 3 Cr Hrs

Enables students to learn to identify and select correct lubricants for aircraft use, repair engine lubrication system components and inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine lubrication systems. Top of page

AMT 217 Induction Systems 1 Cr Hr

Covers the basics of induction and airflow systems. Students learn to inspect, check, troubleshoot, service and repair engine

ice and rain control systems, heat exchangers, superchargers and turbine engine airflow and temperature control systems as well as carburetor air intake and induction manifolds. Top of page

AMT 219 Powerplant Exhaust Systems 2 Cr Hrs

Enables students to learn to repair engine exhaust system components, inspect, check, troubleshoot, service and repair engine exhaust systems and engine thrust reverser systems and related components. Top of page

AMT 223 Powerplant Fire Protection Systems 1 Cr Hr

Provides basic information on principles, fundamentals and technical procedures in the engine fire-protection system as it relates to the powerplant rating. Students learn to inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine fire-detection and extinguishing systems. Top of page

AMT 225 Powerplant Instrument Systems 1 Cr Hr

Enables students to troubleshoot, service, inspect and repair electrical and mechanical fluid rate-of-flow indicating systems and engine temperature, pressure and revolutions per minute (RPM) indicating systems. Top of page

AMT 227 Turbine Engines 9 Cr Hrs

Enables students to overhaul, install, troubleshoot and remove turbine engines. Students inspect unducted fans; check, service and repair turbine engines and turbine engine installations; and perform powerplant conformity and airworthiness inspections. Top of page

AMT 231 Powerplant Test & Review 4 Cr Hrs

Students apply for Powerplant certification, complete the Powerplant Laser Grade written exam and complete the Powerplant oral and practical exams. Top of page