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Aviation Maintenance Management, AOS


Associate in Occupational Studies
HEGIS #5302
Department Chairperson: Christopher McNally, Ph.D.
Williams Hall, Room 126, (518) 629-7275

The Aviation Maintenance Management, A.O.S. is specifically crafted for students with an Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT) certification issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA-certificated AMT is based on knowledge gained through training and experience, which is demonstrated via completing written, oral, and practical tests administered by the FAA. Individuals who obtained the certification can pursue careers in the aviation maintenance field, including general and commercial aircraft maintenance, avionics, repair and installation, aircraft and aircraft engine manufacturing, aviation maintenance management or leadership, and other advanced aviation maintenance career fields. The Aviation Maintenance management, A.O.S. program provides already certificated AMTs the opportunity to obtain an associate’s degree program that will bring additional qualifications for professional development and career advancement such as leadership and management roles. 

Course Entry Term Special Notes H.S. Average
N/A Fall and Spring Students will already be certified as an Aviation Maintenance Technician with Airfram and Powerplant Ratings (i.e., A&P Certificate) by the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA certification will count 34 credit hours towards the Aviation Maintenance Management, A.O.S. N/A

Total Credits Required: 64


Major Requirements*


*or specific course equivalents approved by the department chairperson

 

Students will already be certified as Aviation Maintenance Technician with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings (i.e., A&P Certificate) by the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA certification will count 34 credit hours towards the Aviation Maintenance Management, A.O.S.

Suggested Course Sequence for Full-Time Study