Powerplant Technology (AAS-PPT)
Program Location: Alabama Aviation Center at Brookley Field
Aviation Technology Division
Length: Four Semesters
This program prepares students to take the Federal Aviation Administration written, oral, and practical examinations required for certification as an aviation maintenance technician with a powerplant endorsement. Graduates earn an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Powerplant Technology.
This is a career program designed for students to go directly into the labor market upon completion. Although some of the courses in this program will transfer to four-year institutions, this program is not designed to be a transfer program of study; therefore, it is not subject to the terms and conditions of Alabama Transfers state transfer and articulation reporting system.
Semester One
| Item # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AMT 101 | Basic Electricity | 5 |
| AMT 104 | Technical Preparation | 5 |
| AMT 105 | Materials and Processes | 5 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| Sub-total Credits | 18 | |
Semester Two
Upon completion of Semester Two, students will take their Generals Comprehensive Exam and FAA Written Generals Exam.
| Item # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AMT 103 | Weight and Balance, Ground Handling and Servicing, Cleaning and Corrosion Control | 5 |
| AMP 220 | Reciprocating Engines and Theory | 5 |
| AMP 222 | Reciprocating Engine Inspections and Propellers | 5 |
| MTH 100 or MTH 116 + | 3 | |
| Sub-total Credits | 18 | |
Semester Three
Upon completion of Semester Three, students will take their PowerPlan Comprehensive Exam and FAA Written PowerPlant Exam.
| Item # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AMP 221 | Turbine Engine Theory and Systems | 5 |
| AMP 223 | Reciprocating Engine Overhaul | 5 |
| History, Social Science, or Behavioral Science Elective + | 3 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts Elective (T) + | 3 | |
| Sub-total Credits | 16 | |
Complete Graduation Application
Semester Four
Upon completion of Semester Four, students will take their FAA Oral & Practical exam.
| Item # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AMP 224 | Turbine Engine Inspection and Overhaul | 5 |
| Computer Science, Math, or Natural Science Elective + | 3 | |
| Sub-total Credits | 8 | |
GRAND TOTAL CREDITS 60
*Depending on the program or course, a student may also be required to purchase certain necessary tools and supplies.
Locations:
Alabama Aviation Center at Brookley Field
1975 Avenue C
Mobile, AL 36615