College: Civil Aviation

This major focuses on the repair, inspection, and maintenance of aircraft structures and engines. Students gain skills in aircraft systems, aviation regulations, maintenance practices, and troubleshooting techniques, preparing them for careers in aviation maintenance and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand aircraft systems and maintenance practices.
• Develop skills in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft.
• Learn troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques.
• Explore aviation regulations, safety standards, and quality control.
• Analyze maintenance data and performance metrics.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills.

Main Outline:

1. Introduction to Aviation Maintenance - Overview of aviation maintenance and industry trends.
2. Aircraft Systems - Principles and maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems.
3. Aircraft Structure Maintenance - Structural repairs, corrosion control, and composite materials.
4. Engine Maintenance - Engine types, fuel systems, ignition systems, and propellers.
5. Aviation Regulations and Safety - Maintenance standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
6. Maintenance Practices and Procedures - Inspection techniques, maintenance schedules, and documentation.
7. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics - Fault isolation, testing procedures, and repair techniques.
8. Nondestructive Testing - Inspection methods, equipment, and interpretation of results.
9. Hands-on/Applied Training - Practical experiences in aviation maintenance settings.
10. Capstone Project - Comprehensive project applying skills in aircraft systems, maintenance practices, or troubleshooting techniques.

Assessment Methods:

Analysis of aircraft systems, maintenance projects, regulatory studies, troubleshooting cases, nondestructive inspection processes, training reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Aviation Maintenance" by various authors.
• "Aircraft Systems" by various authors.
• "Aircraft Structure Maintenance" by various authors.
• "Engine Maintenance" by various authors.
• "Aviation Regulations and Safety" by various authors.
• "Maintenance Practices and Procedures" by various authors.
• "Troubleshooting and Diagnostics" by various authors.
• "Nondestructive Testing" by various authors.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of physics and mathematics and an interest in aviation maintenance.

Duration of the Major:

Typically 18 to 24 months for a certificate or associate degree.

Certification:

Graduates can obtain an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license from the Federal Aviation Administration or equivalent certifications.

Target Audience:

Aspiring aircraft maintenance technicians, aeronautical engineers, and professionals seeking careers in airlines, maintenance and repair organizations, aircraft manufacturing, and aviation regulatory agencies. This major equips students with the skills necessary to excel in aircraft structure and engine maintenance, supporting careers in various aviation maintenance and engineering roles.