Aviation Maintenance Technology

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• Our Program
• Degrees & Certificates
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• How Much Time & Money to Finish?
• Earn More Choices & More Money
• Start on Your Pathway!

Job Titles & Career Info

Our Program

Why Choose Aviation Maintenance Technology?

• Prepare to take the FAA examination for Airframe & Powerplant licenses
• Study with our outstanding faculty that includes 3 FAA-designated Mechanics Examiners
• Learn in our aviation education facility, which is one of the largest aviation education facilities in Texas & has $3 million in training equipment

Prepare for What You Will Do at Work

Aircraft Mechanics

• Inspect aircraft components for cracks, breaks, or other problems
• Replace broken or defective parts & perform operational testing
• Follow regulations by conducting routine & special inspections—before & after working on an aircraft
• Document all maintenance & repairs per FAA regulations

Avionics Technicians

• Test & troubleshoot instruments & electronic components
• Install electronic components, install software & perform functional testing
• Use hand tools & power tools to install instrument panels
• Document all maintenance & repairs per FAA regulations

Marketable Skills You Will Learn

• Critical thinking
• Reasoning
• Communication
• Personal & social responsibility
• Teamwork
• Computer literacy

Before You Enroll, Think About:

Admission Process: Aviation Maintenance Technology

Admission to our aviation programs is a multi-step, time-sensitive process. The College registration deadlines and information do not reflect the aviation program registration processes.

Our Aviation Maintenance Technology program typically has a waitlist of approximately 1 year before prospective students are eligible to begin the program.

Start the Admission Process

You begin the admission process by attending the Aviation Information Session, where we will give you detailed registration information. 

To register, see on this page: Attend a required information session.

Get on the Waitlist for Aviation Maintenance Technology

1. Attend the required Aviation Information Session
2. Submit the program-specific application
3. Complete the program-specific application steps
4. Attend the program-specific orientation
5. Be placed on the waitlist

Have questions about the waitlist?

Email us at aviation@tccd.edu

Costs

• Tuition: Tuition & Fees
• Books: $600 (approximate)
• Tools: $400–$1,200

Time Commitment

Day Classes

If you take day classes, you can complete our A.A.S. program in 2 years.

• Days: Monday–Friday
• Hours: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.

Night Classes

If you take night classes, you can complete our A.A.S. program in 3 years.

• Days: Monday–Thursday
• Hours: 5:30–11 p.m.

Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508

This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.

For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements

Need a boost to get ready for college?

Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.

Degrees & Certificates

Degree

• Aviation Maintenance Technology: Airframe, AAS

Certificates

Level 1

• Advanced Composite Technology
• Avionics Line Maintenance

Level 2

• Aviation Maintenance Technology-Airframe

Degree

• Aviation Maintenance Technology: Powerplant, AAS

Certificate

Level 2

• Aviation Maintenance Technology-Powerplant

Attend a Required Information Session

You must attend a mandatory Aviation Information Session to begin the application process.

Register for an Info Session

We will send you a reminder email 1 week before the date of the information session you signed up for.

If you don’t receive reminder emails after your register, check your junk or spam folder.

Questions?

Email aviation@tccd.edu

How Much Time & Money to Finish?

2024–2025 Academic Year

Notes:

• Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
• Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.

Continuing Education Programs

Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.

Earn More Choices & More Money

Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.

Next steps

• Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
• Explore transfer schools

Start on Your Pathway!