General Powerplant Maintenance Certificate

Certificate Program

The General Powerplant Maintenance Technology certificate program prepares graduates for entry-level positions as powerplant maintenance technicians. Graduates will acquire knowledge and skills needed in engine teardown and build-up, inspection, maintenance, repair, and testing aircraft. Graduates will possess the training qualifications and be capable and competent to successfully pass the Federal Aviation Administration Powerplant mechanic certification examination.

Offered at the following location(s): Georgetown

What You Can Do

In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:

• FAA certified powerplant maintenance technician
• Lead technician
• Aircraft powerplant inspector
• Maintenance controller

What You Will Learn

Program Graduate Competencies

The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.

1. Demonstrate professionalism and adherence to safety and environmental procedures and regulation in the workplace.
2. Adhere to and apply appropriate FAA regulation and industry publications.
3. Explain and apply the principles of aircraft inspection, repair, and maintenance.
4. Explain and apply the principles of powerplant.

Pathway to Graduation

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