| Aviation technology training teaches students to keep | | | | Aviation technology training programs also emphasize |
| aircraft in peak operating condition. Vocational courses | | | | the technical aspects of turbine engines, aviation |
| are taught in aviation mechanics, aviation service and | | | | electronics, and composite materials used in the |
| repair, and complete aviation inspection, as required by | | | | construction of aircraft. |
| the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). FAA | | | | Opportunities to gain aviation training (flight training) are |
| certified curriculums train in the concepts of weight and | | | | available in some variations of aviation technology |
| balance, physics, aircraft systems, control tower | | | | training. Advanced studies in aeronautics, electronics |
| operations, and ground operations. | | | | technology avionics, and in Airframe and Power plant |
| Students in mechanical aviation programs will study | | | | (A&P) courses are also possible in some schools. |
| preventive maintenance, engine inspection, landing | | | | All aviation technology training will include hands-on |
| gears, instrumentation, cabin pressurization, and all | | | | experience, and some offer job placement programs |
| accessories, comprised of brakes, valves, pumps, | | | | to their graduates. Students may find opportunities to |
| air-filtration, and air-conditioning systems. Students will | | | | take advantage of fast-track programs with |
| also perform aviation maintenance and parts | | | | curriculums and course schedules designed to shorten |
| replacement, aircraft testing, and inspection for | | | | the course duration so they can quickly move on to |
| corrosion and wear. | | | | building a career in aviation technology. |
| Aviation mechanics who have completed an aviation | | | | If you are interested in learning more about Aviation |
| course may be prepared to earn Airframe Mechanic | | | | Technology Training, search our site for more in-depth |
| Certificates by passing FAA examinations. Aviation | | | | information and resources. |
| mechanics may also receive Inspector Certificates to | | | | DISCLAIMER: Above is a GENERAL OVERVIEW and |
| perform inspections of repair and maintenance | | | | may or may not reflect specific practices, courses and |
| completed by aviation mechanics crews. Non-certified | | | | or services associated with ANY ONE particular |
| aviation mechanics work under the supervision of | | | | school(s) that is or is not advertised on |
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| expect these rigorous courses to include mathematics, | | | | ezine or website, provided the article is reprinted in its |
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| mechanical drawing for demonstrating an | | | | remain intact and active. |
| understanding of the principles of aircraft operation. | | | | |