AVI 110

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

This course introduces general subjects related to all aspects of aircraft maintenance. Topics include mechanic privileges/limitations; math and physics; basic electricity; aircraft drawing; maintenance forms; fluid lines/fittings; weight and balance; corrosion control; and ground operations. Upon completion, students should be prepared to pass the FAA knowledge, oral, and practical exams for the general portion of the mechanic's certificate with either the airframe or powerplant ratings

AVI 120

Prerequisites: AVI 110

Corequisites: None

This course covers airframe structures, systems, and components with an emphasis on the different types of aircraft construction and repair methods. Topics include aircraft non-metallic (composite), sheet metal, and wood structures; welding; covering and finishes (dope and fabric); assembly and rigging; and communication and navigation systems. Students should gain the knowledge and skills in these areas to prepare them for the airframe rating for the FAA mechanic's certificate.

AVI 130

Prerequisites: AVI 110

Corequisites: None

This course deals entirely with airframe systems and components. Topics include aircraft electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, landing gear, position, warning, and fuel systems. Upon completion of the course, the student should be prepared to pass the applicable portions of the knowledge, oral and practical tests of the airframe rating for the FAA mechanic's certificate.

AVI 230

Prerequisites: AVI 110

Corequisites: None

In this final course of the airframe series, the emphasis is on systems and components, culminating with the airframe inspection portion of the course. In addition to the inspection aspects, instrument, cabin environmental control, fire protection, and ice and rain control systems are covered. The student should be prepared to take the applicable portions of the written, oral, and practical examination for the airframe rating on the FAA mechanic's certificate.

AVI 240

Prerequisites: AVI 110

Corequisites: None

This first course in the powerplant series covers theoretical and practical aspects of the two major types of aircraft propulsion systems, piston and jet engines. Auxliary power units are also covered, including their relationship to the systems they operate. Upon completion, the student should be knowledge of aircraft engines to include maintenance and operation at the level required by the FAA to qualify for a powerplant rating on a mechanic's certificate.

AVI 250

Prerequisites: AVI 110

Corequisites: None

This course emphasizes engine systems and components. Topics include engine instruments and fire protection, electrical, lubrication, fuel, ignition, starting, and fuel metering systems. Students completing this course should be capable of passing appropriate portions of the FAA knowledge, oral, and practical tests for the powerplant rating.

AVI 260

Prerequisites: AVI 110

Corequisites: None

This final course of the powerplant series covers engine systems and components; propellers and unducted fans, and induction, airflow, cooling, exhaust, and reverser systems. The course culminates with engine inspections. The student should be prepare to pass the applicable portions of the knowledge, oral and practical exams for the powerplant rating at the completion of this course.