[Index][Search][Home Page]
Aircraft Maintenance Technology

Announcement of Courses


CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

AIRC 101. Introduction to Aircraft Maintenance (8)
Lec-5, lab-10, field trips
Introduction to the general section of the aircraft maintenance technician program. Orientation to the aircraft industry. Many aspects pertaining to aircraft maintenance will be covered. CSU

AIRC 102. Basic Electricity and Electrical Systems (8)
Lec-5, lab-10, field trips
An introduction to the principles of electricity applicable to the responsibilities of the aircraft technician in maintaining F.A.A. airworthiness standards. Short review of basic mathematics within the scope of aircraft applied technology. Introduction to aircraft structural materials, heat treating, aircraft hardware, and weight and balance control are also surveyed. CSU

AIRC 103. Powerplant Theory and Maintenance (8)
Lec-5, lab-10, field trips
Advise: AIRC 101 and 102
Procedures of powerplant maintenance with reciprocating engines. Construction of and overhaul techniques of powerplant to F.A.A. requirements. The use of tools and equipment to maintain airworthy standards of repair to powerplants. CSU

AIRC 104. Propulsion Powerplant Systems (8)
Lec-5, lab-10, field trips
Complete coverage of the powerplant electrical system, including the ignition system used for all propulsion powerplants. The maintenance of fire detection and protection systems and the internal and external powerplant lubricating system. Procedures of powerplant maintenance with turbine engines and propulsion units. Construction of the overhaul techniques of powerplants to F.A.A. requirements. CSU

AIRC 105. Powerplant Components and Propellers (8)
Lec-5, lab-10

Theoretical and practical approach to fuel system control and the maintenance of each system component. The theory applied to propulsion and the practical application of propeller maintenance to Federal Aviation Administration standards. CSU

AIRC 106. Aircraft Metal Structures (8)
Lec-5, lab-10, field trips
Advise: AIRC 101 and 102
The technological approach towards the complex airframe structures and the stresses absorbed by the skin coverings. Emphasis on construction and maintenance of these metal structures. Applied methods of airworthy repairs, including the forming processes, the bonding surfaces, plastic and honeycomb repairs, the fusing of metals and its limitations, fire detection, and ice detection systems. Emphasis on the proper use of tools and equipment needed for approved repairs to metal structures. CSU

AIRC 107. Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Cabin Systems (8)
Lec-5, lab-10
This course acquaints students to the theoretical and practical experiences needed in aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, landing gear, fire, ice and rain control systems. CSU

AIRC 108. Rigging and Electrical Systems (8)
Lec-5, lab-10, field trips
F.A.A. requirements applied to techniques of rigging aircraft, controls, and control surfaces. A short introduction to the wood structures and fabric covering along with the maintenance techniques. Applied theory of finishes and their effects on flight conditions. Maintenance techniques in electrical wiring, control switches, indicators, and protective devices. Troubleshooting and repairing of alternating-current electrical systems. CSU

AIRC 109. Materials Laboratory (4)
Lec-4, lab-2, field trips
Repeat: Var. content - max. 12 units
Complete coverage of hand tools, FARs, aerodynamics, electrical systems, overhaul techniques of powerplants to F.A.A. requirements, hydraulics, sheet metal, and rigging and assembly, woodworking and finishing, and weight and balance.
          109A. Advance Sheet Metal. CSU
          109B. Introduction to Transport Aircraft. CSU
          109C. Transport Aircraft system Airframe. CSU
          109D. Transport Aircraft System Powerplant. CSU
          109E. Advance Composite. CSU
          109F. Rotary Wing Aircraft. CSU
          109G. Introduction to Avionics for A&P. CSU
          109H. Intermediate Avionics for A&P. CSU
          109I. Basic AeroDynamics and Flight Procedures for Maintenance Technicians. CSU
          109J. Advance Non Destructive Inspection. CSU
          109K. Advance Material and Processing for Aircraft Mechanics. CSU

AIRC 110A. Introduction to Aviation (2)
Lec-3, field trips
Intended to be taken with AIRC 110B.
A broad exposure to the extensive field of aviation. The history and present wide scope of aviation is presented and related to the effects on our everyday lives. A better understanding of aviation and aerospace science is developed and will serve students in adapting to and shaping a better tomorrow. Airplane systems, aerodynamics, careers, and the future of aviation. CSU

AIRC 110B. Flight Science (3)
Lec-3; Field trips
(Designed to achieve the equivalent of the F.A.A. Private Pilot Ground School, this class will enable the student to take the F.A.A. private pilot written examination. Flight instruction is not intended as part of this course. Such training may be obtained at F.A.A. approved flight schools at nearby airports.)
Aviation weather flight computers, navigation, radio navigation, air-traffic control, Federal Aviation Regulations, weight and balance, use of the Airman's Information Manual and cross-country flight planning. CSU

AIRC 113. Avionics Communication and Navigation Systems (7) sp
Lec-5, lab-6, field trips
A study of large aircraft communications and navigation systems: air-to-ground and closed circuit communications; navigation systems providing guidance information and data for automated steering. Analysis of systems operation, fundamental troubleshooting and maintenance techniques as applied to large jet aircraft. CSU

AIRC 115. Aircraft Material Process (1)
Lec-2, field trips
PREREQ.: AIRC 101 and 102,. Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AIRC 106, 107 and 108.
Familiarization with most recent industry testing requirements for technicians in maintaining F.A.A. airworthiness standards. CSU

AIRC 116. Aircraft Material Process (1)
Lec-2, field trips
PREREQ.: AIRC 101 and 102. Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AIRC 103, 104 and 105.
Familiarization with the most recent industry testing requirements for technicians in maintaining F.A.A. airworthiness standards. CSU

AIRC 120A-120B. Aircraft Maintenance Work Experience (4)
Conf-1, work-15
COREQ.: min. 3 units in addition to this course
Supervised off-campus paid employment in the student's major field, either aircraft maintenance or aeronautics. CSU

LABR 96D. Labor Relations in Aircraft Maintenance (3)
See "Labor Studies" listings for course description.

[Index][Search][Home Page]