Aviation Electronics (Avionics) Technology

This is your gateway to a very mentally stimulating job field in which you will commonly be called upon for installation, inspection, testing, adjusting, or repairing all manner of Aviation Electronics. You will learn how to use Basic test/repair equipment such as Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, and Soldering Irons.  You will also experience plenty of hands-on time with current Flight Line Test Equipment such as the IFR 4000 (Communication Systems Test set), IFR 6000 (Navigation Systems Test set) and Several Different ADTS (Air Data Test Set) Systems. Upon completion of this program, you will have a better understanding of electronics and the role they play in today’s aviation industry. You will have also learned and honed your troubleshooting skills to be able to understand and analyze complex avionics systems on the aircraft.

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Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) , AAS - Spring Entry

A 60 15 0

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 59006 

This is a limited enrollment program due to seating: Contact the Enrollment Services Office for Program admission requirements and program application deadlines.

This curriculum provides individuals with the basic knowledge and skills needed to enter the avionics career field as a technician and prepares students for the current avionics licensing agency examination.

Course work includes general aviation maintenance, sheet metal, airframe systems, electrical and electronic systems, practical wiring, navigation equipment, flight management and flight control systems, flight line testing and troubleshooting, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Graduates should be prepared for the current avionics licensing agency examination and for entry-level employment as an avionics technician in an avionics repair station, an airfield fixed base operator's avionics facility, or an independent repair facility.

This program prepares students with the basic knowledge and skills essential for success in the Avionics industry as an avionics technician. It also prepares students for industry certifications such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General-Radiotelephone Operator's License (GROL).

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Aviation Electronics degree, the graduate should be able to:

  • Repair aircraft electronic systems with emphasis placed on communication, navigation, and flight management systems.
  • Install avionic systems.
  • Test avionic systems.
  • Replace avionic systems components and line replaceable units (LRU).
  • Interpret applicable FAA and FCC regulations, aircraft service records, original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) technical manuals, schematics, and directives.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the privileges, responsibilities, and limitations applying to avionics technicians certified to perform aircraft maintenance.

Spring Semester I

Total Credits: 18

Summer Semester I

Total Credits: 11-12

Fall Semester I

Total Credits: 15

Spring Semester II

Total Credits: 15

Summer Semester II

Total Credits: 14

Total credit hours required for degree: 73-74

Electives

1. Mathematics Elective

Choose one course from:

Note:

Program is taught in block training format: 4 hours per day, 5 days a week. (First semester: 5 hours per day, 5 hours per week)

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Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) , AAS - Spring Entry

A 60 15 0

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 59006 

This is a limited enrollment program due to seating: Contact the Enrollment Services Office for Program admission requirements and program application deadlines.

This curriculum provides individuals with the basic knowledge and skills needed to enter the avionics career field as a technician and prepares students for the current avionics licensing agency examination.

Course work includes general aviation maintenance, sheet metal, airframe systems, electrical and electronic systems, practical wiring, navigation equipment, flight management and flight control systems, flight line testing and troubleshooting, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Graduates should be prepared for the current avionics licensing agency examination and for entry-level employment as an avionics technician in an avionics repair station, an airfield fixed base operator's avionics facility, or an independent repair facility.

This program prepares students with the basic knowledge and skills essential for success in the Avionics industry as an avionics technician. It also prepares students for industry certifications such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General-Radiotelephone Operator's License (GROL).

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Aviation Electronics degree, the graduate should be able to:

  • Repair aircraft electronic systems with emphasis placed on communication, navigation, and flight management systems.
  • Install avionic systems.
  • Test avionic systems.
  • Replace avionic systems components and line replaceable units (LRU).
  • Interpret applicable FAA and FCC regulations, aircraft service records, original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) technical manuals, schematics, and directives.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the privileges, responsibilities, and limitations applying to avionics technicians certified to perform aircraft maintenance.

Spring Semester I

Total Credits: 18

Summer Semester I

Total Credits: 11-12

Fall Semester I

Total Credits: 15

Spring Semester II

Total Credits: 15

Summer Semester II

Total Credits: 14

Total credit hours required for degree: 73-74

Electives

1. Mathematics Elective

Choose one course from:

Note:

Program is taught in block training format: 4 hours per day, 5 days a week. (First semester: 5 hours per day, 5 hours per week)

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Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) Diploma

D 60 15 0 D1

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 59006 

This is a limited enrollment program due to seating: Contact the Enrollment Services Office for Program admission requirements and program application deadlines.

This curriculum provides individuals with the basic knowledge and skills needed to enter the avionics career field as a technician and prepares students for the current avionics licensing agency examination.

Course work includes general aviation maintenance, sheet metal, airframe systems, electrical and electronic systems, practical wiring, navigation equipment, flight management and flight control systems, flight line testing and troubleshooting, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Graduates should be prepared for the current avionics licensing agency examination and for entry-level employment as an avionics technician in an avionics repair station, an airfield fixed base operator's avionics facility, or an independent repair facility.

This program prepares students with the basic knowledge and skills essential for success in the Avionics industry as an avionics technician. It also prepares students for industry certifications such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General-Radiotelephone Operator's License (GROL).

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Aviation Electronics Diploma, the graduate should be able to:

  • Repair aircraft electronic systems with emphasis placed on communication, navigation, and flight management systems.
  • Install avionic systems.
  • Test avionic systems.
  • Replace avionic systems components and line replaceable units (LRU).
  • Interpret applicable FAA and FCC regulations, aircraft service records, original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) technical manuals, schematics, and directives.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the privileges, responsibilities, and limitations applying to avionics technicians certified to perform aircraft maintenance.

Fall Semester I

Total Credits: 15

Spring Semester I

Total Credits: 9-10

Summer Semester I

Total Credits: 5

Fall Semester II

Total Credits: 6

Spring Semester II

Total Credits: 10

Total credit hours required for diploma: 45-46

Electives

1. Communication Elective

Choose one course from:

2. Math Elective

Choose one course from:

Note:

Program is taught in block training format: 4 hours per day, 5 days a week. (First semester: 5 hours per day, 5 hours per week)

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Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) - Modern Aviation Electronics Certificate (Level 1)

C 60 15 0 C1

This curriculum is part 1 of a 2-part program designed to provide individuals with the basic knowledge and skills required to work in and around newer aircraft. This program has been developed for current aviation repair personnel or those with a strong electrical background a path to enter the avionics career field as a technician.

Course work includes Basic aircraft electricity, airframe electrical, practical wiring, and communication equipment.

Students who complete this program will be prepared to move on to Level 2 Certification for a more in depth look at other avionics systems, a chance to hone their troubleshooting skills and preparation for the FCC testing. 

At least one of the following prerequisites will be required for student to enter this program.  

  • Airframe Licensee
  • Repair Certificate
  • AAS Electrical Engineering

*Advanced standing credit hours equaling 15 hours will give credit for AET 110.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Modern Aviation Electronics Level 1 Certificate, the graduate should be able to:

  • Repair aircraft electronic systems with emphasis placed on communication.
  • Install and test avionics communication systems.
  • Troubleshoot and Replace avionic communication systems components and line replaceable units (LRU).
  • Interpret applicable FAA and FCC regulations, aircraft service records, original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) technical manuals, schematics, and directives.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the privileges, responsibilities, and limitations applying to avionics technicians certified to perform aircraft maintenance.

Certificate Requirements

Total credits required for this certificate: 15

Note:

Students admitted to this program will be given 15 advanced standing credit for AET 110.

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Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) - Modern Aviation Electronics Certificate (Level 2)

C 60 15 0 C2

Contact: (336) 334-4822 ext. 59011

This curriculum is part 2 of a 2-part program designed to provide individuals with the basic knowledge and skills required to work in and around newer aircraft. This program has been developed for current aviation repair personnel or those with a strong electrical background a path to enter the avionics career field as a technician.

Course work includes navigation equipment, flight management and flight control systems, avionics systems interconnect flight line testing and troubleshooting, and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) test preparation.

Graduates should be prepared for the current avionics licensing agency examination and for entry-level employment as an avionics technician in an avionics repair station, an airfield fixed base operator's avionics facility, or an independent repair facility.

Must have successfully completed the Modern Aviation Electronics Certificate Level 1 to be admitted to this program.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the degree, graduates should be able to:

  • Repair aircraft electronic systems with emphasis placed on navigation, and flight management systems.
  • Install and test avionics navigation and flight management systems.
  • Troubleshoot and Replace avionic navigation and flight management systems components and line replaceable units (LRU).
  • Interpret applicable FAA and FCC regulations, aircraft service records, original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) technical manuals, schematics, and directives.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the privileges, responsibilities, and limitations applying to avionics technicians certified to perform aircraft maintenance.

Certificate Requirements

Total credits required for this certificate: 12

Note:

*All students admitted to this certificate must have successfully completed the Modern Aviation Electronics Level 1 certificate.

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Spencer Moore is an avionics graduate

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Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to follow the general enrollment process for GTCC.  During the advising process you will have the opportunity to indicate your desire to study within this curriculum. Your advisor will help you sign up for the specific courses you need. Once you have been accepted and have submitted your transcripts from High School or College, you will need to satisfy entry level prerequisites (DRE098, MAT10-50), if not already covered by your transcripts. 

Yes, Financial aid is available if you qualify. Please visit the Financial Aid web page or contact the Financial Aid office at 336-334-4822 Option 3.

Fine or *Extra Fine Black Sharpie, Standard or *Scientific Calculator, Flashlight (your cell phone is not considered a suitable substitute), and a minimum of 2GB Flash Drive. (*denotes preferred equipment based on student/instructor feedback)

We have students placing locally at MRO, local FBO’s, OEM support shops, and in local manufacturing environments. We have also had graduates being recruited by non-aviation based production support companies needing the same electrical and troubleshooting skills as the aviation market. 

Use Indeed or JSFirm to search local and regional jobs for “Avionics” in Greensboro  or for North Carolina overall.  

This is highly variable based on whether you are willing to move outside of the local area. The average introductory salary for this job field is $30,000 - $45,000 per year. This is a typical training salary which would increase quickly if you prove your skills and production ability.

We have strong relationships with Honda Aircraft, Textron Aviation, Signature Techniair, HAECO MRO, and Piedmont Aviation to name a few. At this time, we do not, however, have any direct placement agreements with any of these partners. We do, however, get their buy-in on our curriculum to ensure our graduates are up to the current industry standards for entry-level employment.

Feedback from local industry has been very positive. It is always a pleasure to hear back from students who are being promoted through the local industry, and they are satisfied with the opportunity this program offered them.