Airframe
Certificate of Achievement Aviation Maintenance Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This program provides training for the student who desires to be an Airframe Technician. The training received enables the technician to return to service an airplane, related part, and appliance after performing, supervising or inspecting its maintenance or alterations. This Certificate of Achievement can be acquired in two semesters, one intersession, and one summer school session.
This certificate would enable students to achieve employment at local aircraft manufacturing and repair facilities.
Program Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
- Have the necessary skills and training for proficiency in taking written, oral and practical exams for AIRFRAME 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.
Requirements
Review Certificate 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 A160 | Airframe & Powerplant Electricity - FAA | 6 |
| AMT A161 | Airframe Sheet Metal & Composite Structural Repair - FAA | 5.5 |
| AMT A162 | Airframe Assembly & Rigging, Pneumatics & Environmental Control Systems - FAA | 3 |
| AMT A163 | Airframe Hydraulics and Landing Gear - FAA | 4.5 |
| AMT A180 | Airframe and Powerplant Instrumentation FAA | 2.5 |
| AMT A181 | Airframe Communication and Navigation Systems - FAA | 2 |
| Total Units | 40.5 | |
Program approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Completion of the above enables the student to take the FAA Airframe written examination.
Program Sequence
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 |
| AMT A151 | General Electricity - FAA |
| AMT A152 | General Airframe & Powerplant Fuel Systems - FAA |
| AMT A153 | General Materials, Processes & Welding - FAA |
| AMT A154 | General Weight & Balance, Math & Physics - FAA |
| Units |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| AMT A160 |
| AMT A161 |
| AMT A162 |
| AMT A181 |
| Intersession |
|---|
| AMT A180 |
| AMT A155 |
| Summer |
|---|
| AMT A163 |