Airframe & Powerplant
Associate in Science Degree Aviation Maintenance Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
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.
Trained technicians are also successful in related fields of aircraft manufacturing, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, sheet metal, quality control, civil and military defense. Additionally, students who have followed this program may earn an engineering degree at any one of several four-year institutions.
Complete the Airframe and Powerplant Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Note: this AS degree requires 84 units for completion.
Program Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students successfully completing the Orange Coast College Aviation Maintenance Technology program will have the necessary skills and training for proficiency in taking written, oral and practical exams for AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT certification which may be required for employment.
- Working craftsmen will 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 Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| 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 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 |
| AMT A181 | Airframe Communication and Navigation Systems - FAA | 2 |
| Total Major Units | 63 | |
| OCC AS General Education | 21 | |
| Total Units | 84 | |
Program approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Completion of the above enables the student to take the FAA Airframe & Powerplant written examinations.
- Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.
Program Sequence
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
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 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE |
Year 2
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| AMT A174 |
| AMT A170 |
| AMT A171 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| AMT A172 |
| AMT A173 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 3 - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 5 - CHOOSE ONE |
| Summer |
|---|
| OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE |