Powerplant, Certificate of Achievement
Banner Code: 1_CT_AMPP
Control Number: 22394
Financial Aid Eligible
This program provides students with the technical skills and systems analysis necessary for entry-level positions as Airframe and Powerplant Certificated Mechanics in the aviation industry, such as airframe inspection, powerplant inspection, maintenance, and return-to-flight status of all types of U.S. Certificated aircraft. This certificate would enable a student to achieve employment in local powerplant and propeller overhaul facilities and repair stations.
Program Outcomes
- Have the necessary skills and training for proficiency in taking written, oral and practical exams for Powerplant certification which may be required for employment.
- Be able to improve or develop additional proficiencies required for professional growth or advancement in their current employment. All qualification training and tests are prescribed and follow the guide of the Federal Aviation.
Review Graduation Requirements.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| AMT A150 | General Maintenance Records - FAA | 4 |
| AMT A151 | General Electricity - FAA | 3 |
| AMT A152 | General Airframe & Powerplant Fuel Systems - FAA | 2 |
| AMT A153 | General Materials, Processes & Welding - FAA | 3 |
| AMT A154 | General Weight & Balance, Math & Physics - FAA | 3 |
| AMT A155 | General Blueprint Reading & Drafting - FAA | 2 |
| AMT A170 | Powerplant Reciprocating Engines FAA | 6 |
| AMT A171 | Powerplant Fuel Metering, Exhaust & Induction Systems FAA | 4 |
| AMT A172 | Powerplant Propeller and Lubricating Systems FAA | 4 |
| AMT A173 | Powerplant Gas Turbine Engines - FAA | 6 |
| AMT A174 | Powerplant Ignition Systems - FAA | 2.5 |
| AMT A180 | Airframe and Powerplant Instrumentation FAA | 2.5 |
| Total Units | 42 | |
Program approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Completion of the above enables the student to take the FAA Powerplant written examination.
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are curriculum maps for students to finish all requirements for the certificate. There may be advisories, prerequisites, or time requirements that students need to consider before following these maps. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor for alternate sequencing.
Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| AMT A150 | General Maintenance Records - FAA | 4 |
| AMT A151 | General Electricity - FAA | 3 |
| AMT A152 | General Airframe & Powerplant Fuel Systems - FAA | 2 |
| AMT A153 | General Materials, Processes & Welding - FAA | 3 |
| AMT A154 | General Weight & Balance, Math & Physics - FAA | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| AMT A174 | Powerplant Ignition Systems - FAA | 2.5 |
| AMT A170 | Powerplant Reciprocating Engines FAA | 6 |
| AMT A171 | Powerplant Fuel Metering, Exhaust & Induction Systems FAA | 4 |
| Units | 12.5 | |
| Intersession | ||
| AMT A155 | General Blueprint Reading & Drafting - FAA | 2 |
| AMT A180 | Airframe and Powerplant Instrumentation FAA | 2.5 |
| Units | 4.5 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| AMT A172 | Powerplant Propeller and Lubricating Systems FAA | 4 |
| AMT A173 | Powerplant Gas Turbine Engines - FAA | 6 |
| Units | 10 | |
| Total Units | 42 | |