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Degree at a Glance

Degree Type

Associate of Applied Science

Location

Loveland Campus
Windsor Campus

Credits

70

Tuition*

In-District
$35,130
In-State
$41,150
WUE
$48,480
Out-of-State
$69,580

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aircraft Maintenance TechnicianRequirements

Begin your journey to building a career repairing and maintaining aircraft with this Aircraft Maintenance Technician Associate Degree. Gain technical and mechanical skills and confidence with hands-on training from instructors with real-world experience while learning essential teamwork, communication, decision-making and deductive reasoning skills employers seek.

To succeed in this career, you need to be comfortable with:

  • Working in a hangar and outside, with up to 25% scheduled time traveling
  • Exposure to noise and hazards associated with aircraft maintenance
  • Standing, walking, sitting, bending and stooping for extended periods
  • Lifting 75 pounds and using a ladder and a lift

This degree program offers daytime and evening schedule options:

  • Days: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
  • Evenings: Monday - Thursday, 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

How to get started

Step 1 – Apply

  • Apply to Aims Community College
  • Select Pre-Aviation Maintenance Technology AAS Pre-Major as your intended major.
  • Apply for Financial Aid. It is recommended that you do. 

Step 2 – Are you a VA or Transfer Student

  • If you are a VA Student, submit your DD214 and Certificate of Eligibility to the Financial Aid Office.
  • If you are a transfer student, please have your previous institution send an official transcript to Aims. Learn more on the Transfer Information webpage.
  • If you are not a VA or Transfer Student, go to step 3.

Step 3 - ACCUPLACER Test

Required Accuplacer Scores

To complete your application, you must upload scores from both of the following Accuplacer assessments:

  • Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics (QRAS) – Minimum score: 230
  • Writing – Minimum score: 240

Make sure your score report includes both sections before submitting your application.

Step 4 - Complete the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Application
 

  • Complete the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Application
    • This is different than the main Aims application you’ve already completed.
  • Applications must be completed no later than:
    • Fall Term: First Friday of April
    • Spring Term: First Friday of October
    • Summer Term: Aims does not accept new Aircraft Maintenance Technician students for the Summer Term.

Step 5 - Advising Appointment

  • Schedule an advising appointment by contacting the Windsor Advising Team at (970) 339-6610, option 2.


 

General Education Courses

  • Arts and Humanities Course
    3
  • Behavioral and Social Sciences Course
    3
  • Combines the basic theories of communication with public speech performance skills. Emphasis is on speech preparation, organization, support, audience analysis, and delivery. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Develops skills one can apply to a variety of technical documents. Focuses on principles for organizing, writing, and revising clear, readable documents for industry, business, and government. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Provides a review of general mathematics, introductory algebra, systems of measurements, and methods of solving problems related to skilled trades and general industrial repair. It is designed for students in the repair industry. Topics may include algebra, geometry, graphs, measurement, and conversion between various systems of measurement. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    2
  • Focuses on physics of mechanics, heat, properties of matter, electricity, magnetism, light, and sound as applied in career & technical occupations. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician AAS majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    2
Total General Education Credits 16

Aviation Courses

  • Prepares student for the Private Pilot Airplane, Single Engine, Land ~ FAA Knowledge Exam. Restricted to Air Traffic Control, General Aviation Pilot, Professional Pilot, or UAS Sciences majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    4
  • Introduces drawings, blueprints, and schematics for repairing or altering aircraft systems. Topics include symbols and terminology to assess conformity, design, and inspecting systems using these visual tools.​ Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    MAT 1100 and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Introduces precision measuring instruments and tooling. This course also covers topics in preparation for the National Coalition Certification Centers (NC3) Precision Measuring Certificate. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    MAT 1100 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Introduces aircraft materials, heat treatment, metalworking, hardware, safety wire techniques, soldering methods, material compatibility, and identification markings. This course includes welding processes and weld inspection, focusing on acceptable and unacceptable welds.​ Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aviation Maintenance Technician majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Introduces basic AC and DC electrical theory. Topics include introduction of digital electronics as applied to aircraft systems, capacitive and inductive circuits, solid state and optical electric devices, and preparation for the National Coalition Certification Centers (NC3) basic electricity and multimeters certification. ​Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    MAT 1100 and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    4
  • Introduces the causes of corrosion and methods to prevent and treat corrosion in aircraft structures. Topics include methods of inspection, non-destructive testing, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems. ​Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1103 with a grade of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations and manufacturer's' publications pertaining to aircraft operation, maintenance, and proper documentation. This course includes guidance through the certification process, limitations, and responsibilities. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AVT 1001 with a grade of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces characteristics of various aluminum alloys, the procedures and precautions used when working with them, the selection of appropriate hardware, and the principles of making repairs to aluminum structures. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aviation Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces application, maintenance, and repair of aircraft structural wood and fabric covering materials. This course includes application and maintenance of protective finishes, composite materials as applied to aircraft construction, and the maintenance and repair of items made of these materials.​ Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces the operation, troubleshooting, and repair of aircraft landing gear systems with additional focus on hydraulic principles, hydraulic fluids, system components, and operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.​ Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aviation Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • ​​Introduces the operation, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft electrical systems with emphasis on alternators, motors, lighting systems and the wiring as well as control and circuit protection devices. This course also introduces basic avionics, which includes communication, navigation systems, flight instrument theory and operation and the inspection, maintenance, and installation requirements for these systems.​ Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aviation Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces materials and principles of aircraft flight control rigging and the replacement of structural aircraft components. This course includes rotorcraft and small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), 100-hour inspections, annual inspections, and special inspections. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces airframe systems. This course includes cabin atmospheric control systems, ice and rain control systems, fire warning and extinguishing systems, aircraft waste and water systems, and aircraft fuel systems with a focus on inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining these systems. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Introduces theory and construction of reciprocating engines. This course includes maintenance and overhaul, including fuel delivery systems, carburetors, electric systems, engine instruments, ignition systems, and propeller types, including (fixed pitch, constant speed), and de-icing systems. ​Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    9
  • ​​Introduces theory and construction of turbine engines, emphasizing maintenance and inspection practices. This course includes fuel delivery, fuel control systems, starting and ignition systems, fire protection, and turboprop engine systems.​ Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Aircraft Maintenance Technician majors only.  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    AMT 1101, AMT 1102, AMT 1103, AMT 1104, AMT 1105, AMT 1106, AVT 1001, MAT 1100, and PHY 1030 with grades of "C" or better.
    6
Total Aviation Credits 54
Total Credits for A.A.S. Degree 70

Note: All AVT / AMT courses must be passed with a grade of "C" or better.