The program requires 1,150-1,900 hours of instruction, approximately 60 percent of which is shop work. The first 400 hours of study are general aviation courses.
Objectives Develop in each student safe, clean work habits, attitudes, and skills.
Provide the student the opportunity to learn by doing under conditions similar to those in an aviation shop. Train students in aircraft electrical systems, sheet metal and composite skills, hydraulic and pneumatics, landing gear, and aircraft inspections. A thorough knowledge of the federal aviation regulations is also learned. Develop knowledge and skills that are prescribed by FAA standards. Develop knowledge and skills of all airframe phases of aviation repair.