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Some AMTs, after at least three years of working in their field, choose to acquire an Inspection Authorization. These individuals are allowed to perform annual inspections on aircraft and sign off for return to service on major repairs and alterations on the required block of the FAA form 337. Certification and limitations, including renewal requirements, of mechanics with Inspection Authorization is contained in 14 CFR Part 65. |
Some AMTs, after at least three years of working in their field, choose to acquire an Inspection Authorization. These individuals are allowed to perform annual inspections on aircraft and sign off for return to service on major repairs and alterations on the required block of the FAA form 337. Certification and limitations, including renewal requirements, of mechanics with Inspection Authorization is contained in 14 CFR Part 65. |
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The requirements for obtaining an Inspection Authorization is that the AMT must be licensed for a minimum of three years and actively exercising the rights of an A&P for the two years prior to the date that the IA examination is to be taken. |
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The Department of Computer Aided Engineering Technologies prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in today's technologically oriented society including CAD/CAM Technology, Computer Aided Design Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, and Welding Engineering Technology. Graduates enjoy a high level of job satisfaction, excellent salary range, and good job placement. |
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The Associate Degree in Welding Engineering Technology (110), provides hands-on training in the Welding processes and develop skills leading to Welder Certification. They are taught to recognize and understand welding processes. The curriculum includes a solid foundation in Welding Theory, Metallurgy, Welding Examination, Quality Control, and Computer Aided Processes (Robotic Welding). The Program is designed for transfer to a university or immediate employment. The Associate Degree in Welding Engineering Technology is easily transferred for those students continuing on to a University and pursuing a career in Welding Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Metallurgical Science, etc. It fulfills many of the requirements of General Education, math, chemistry and physics required at the University level. |
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PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS |
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Associate in Welding Engineering Technology (110) |
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Recommended sequence of courses: |
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First Semester |
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Religion 2 |
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Eng 111 College Writ 3 |
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Math 110 College Algebra 3 |
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Weld 105 Essent of Weld 4 |
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ME 172 Visual, Solid Mod, & CAD 3 |
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GE Elective 3 |
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Total Credits 18 |
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Second Semester |
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Religion 2 |
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Math 111 Trigonometry 2 |
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Weld 123 Adv Weld 4 |
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Weld 256 Auto Weld 3 |
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Weld 229 Cert and Code Weld 3 |
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GE Elective 3 |
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Total Credits 17 |
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Third Semester |
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Religion 2 |
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Chem 105 General Chemistry 4 |
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Weld 258 Testing & Inspection 2 |
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MT 131 Machine Tool Op 3 |
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Eng 316 Adv Tech Writing 3 |
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GE Elective 3 |
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Total Credits 17 |
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Fourth Semester |
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Religion 2 |
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Ph 105 Intro Appl Physics 3 |
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Ph 107 Intro Applied Phys Lab 1 |
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MT 222 Engr Materials 3 |
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Econ 111 Econ Prin 3 |
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Weld 280 Welding Fabrication 3 |
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GE Elective 3 |
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Total Credits 18 |
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General Education Requirements See pages 35-37 for a complete explanation of the General Education Requirement. Courses for Majors Suggested electives for transfer students: |
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Math 112 Calculus I 4 |
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Math 113 Calculus II 4 |
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PH 121 or 220 Princ of Physics 3 |
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Weld 225 Pipe & Struc 4 |
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Weld 290 Special Projects 1-3 |
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Weld 298 Weld Tech 1-5 |
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ME 201 Engr Mech Statics 3 |
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Faculty Advisor: You should visit with your faculty advisor as soon as you arrive on campus. |
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS |
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Weld 105 Essentials of Welding (4:2:6) |
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Lab fee: $25 |
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A general welding course with focus on the essentials of welding, expected from welders entering the industry and from students transferring in the fields of welding and other technology related fields. Covers (SMAW), (FCAW), (GMAW) and Oxy Fuel Processes. |
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Weld 110 Welding Fundamentals (3:3:0) |
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Blueprint reading, weld symbols, bill of materials, material identification, machine and equipment repair and maintenance, repair and maintenance welding. |
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Weld 120 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (2:2:4:) |
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Lab Fee: $20 |
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Gas Tungsten Arc welding of carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum and other alloys and magnesium and copper used in the welding industry. Includes the study of their physical and mechanical properties and chemical compositions and weldability. Welding will be done in all positions. (F) |
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Weld 123 Advanced Weld Processes (3:2:4) |
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Prerequisite: Weld 105 |
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Advanced pre-employment training which emphasizes developing manipulative proficiency in the use of SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW in the vertical and overhead positions in light and heavy gauge plate. (Winter) |
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Weld 225 Pipe and Structural Welding (4:2:6) |
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A variety of materials and configurations using SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and GMAW processes on pipe and structural shapes. The welding will be done in all positions on carbon, stainless steel and aluminum (Taught the first two weeks of Summer First Term only.) |
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Weld 229 Certification and Code Welding (3:2:4) |
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Prerequisite: Weld 105, Weld 123, Weld 225 or concurrent enrollment |
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Interpreting and writing welding procedures and welder qualifications and specifications. Welding to AWS, API, and ASME codes to meet the entry level employment standards for Code work. Training in the procedures using SMAW, STAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes for qualification of welders in all positions on plate, pipe and rebar. May be taken more than once. A qualification test will be given at end of course by a qualified Certified Welding Testing Lab. (Winter) |
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Weld 256 Automated Welding Processes (3:2:2) |
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Prerequisite: Weld 105, 123, or current enrollment |
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A survey of the automated welding processes and their applications used within today's welding industry. (Panograph, Robotics, Sub-Arc, Etc.) Field trips and hands-on learning will be used. |
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Weld 258 Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection (2:2:2) |
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Prerequisite: Weld 105, 123, 225 or current enrollment |
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Theory and application of non-destructive testing systems. Techniques for quality control. Includes magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, leak, visual and ultrasonic testing. |
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Weld 280 Welding Fabrication (3:1:5) |
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Prerequisite: Weld 105 |
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The use and application of equipment, tools, fasteners, and processes used in fabrication practices in the welding industry. Interpretation of drawings for fabrication of small projects. Techniques for layout, fitting, squaring, tacking, and fabricating will be developed. May be repeated for credit. (W) |
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Weld 290 Special Projects 1-3 |
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Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair |
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Weld 298 Welding Technology Work Experience 1-3 |
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Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair |
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Work experience with selected welding firms. Work period may be arranged during regular semesters. An acceptable written report on the organization and the work done will be required. |
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Complete General Education listing |
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Credit Hour Designations/Abbreviations (e.g., 3:3:3) |
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First number: Semester hours of credit |
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Second number: Class hours of lecture, recitation, or seminar meeting per week |
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Third number: Laboratory hours required per week or hours of field study or individual research per week, beyond the hours shown in the second number |
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Renewal of the IA certificate must be done every two years (on odd years) by submitting to the FAA a form showing a minimum of activity in which the IA exercised his or her authority. This activity comprises of either annual inspections, major repairs, major alterations, or a minimum of 8 hours of FAA approved training. This activity must be accomplished every 12 months even though the renewal period is every 24 months. |
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== European authorities == |
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Revision as of 17:07, 28 March 2008
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Aircraft Maintenance Technician, as used in the United States, refers to an individual who holds a Mechanic certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration; the rules for certification, and for certificate-holders, are detailed in Subpart D of Part 65 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR's), which are part of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations.[1] Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMT's) inspect and perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration of aircraft and aircraft systems.
The Canadian equivalent of an AMT is an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
Certification
The general requirements for eligibility for a mechanic certificate include the following:
- Be 18 or older;
- Be able to read, speak, and understand English; and
- Pass a set of required tests within a maximum of 24 months.[2]
The required tests include, first, a set of knowledge tests; these are followed by a practical test, which includes an oral examination component, and which is administered by a Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME).
A person who fulfills the necessary requirements is issued a Mechanic certificate with either an Airframe or Powerplant rating, or both.[3] It is these ratings which together account for the common practice of referring to mechanics as "A&P's." Until 1952, instead of the Powerplant rating, an Engine rating was issued, so the abbreviation "A&E" may appear in older documents.[3]
Eligibility for the mechanic tests depends on the applicant's ability to document her or his knowledge of required subject matter and ability to perform maintenance tasks.[4][5] The FAA recognizes two ways of demonstrating the needed knowledge and skills: Practical experience or completion of a training program at a school certificated under Part 147 of the FAR's.[6]
Applications based on experience
Applicants for a Mechanic certificate with a single rating—either Airframe or Powerplant—and who base their application on practical experience must demonstrate 18 months of work experience applicable to the chosen rating. Those applying for both ratings must show a total of 30 months of applicable experience.[6] Most military-trained aircraft mechanics are eligible to use their work experience as the basis for an application for a civilian Mechanic certificate.[7]
Applications based on education
Applicants who attend an Aviation Maintenance School program certificated under Part 147 study an FAA-approved and supervised curriculum. Those applying for a Mechanic certificate with a single rating—either Airframe or Powerplant—study a "general" set of subjects for at least 400 hours, as well as at least 750 hours of material appropriate to the chosen rating, for a total of 1,150 hours. Those who pursue both ratings study the "general" material, as well as the 750 hours for each rating, for a total of at least 1,900 hours.[8] Completion of such a program of study typically requires between 18 and 24 months.
Required areas of study in the "general" curriculum include electricity, technical drawings, weight and balance, hydraulics and pneumatics, ground operation of aircraft, cleaning and corrosion control, basic mathematical calculations, forms and record-keeping, basic physics, maintenance manuals and publications, and applicable federal regulations.[9]
Required areas of study in the airframe curriculum include inspection, structures—wood, sheet metal, composite—and fasteners, covering, finishes, welding, assembly and rigging, hydraulics, pneumatics, cabin atmosphere control systems, instrument systems, communication and navigation systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, position and warning systems, ice and rain control systems, and fire protection systems.[10]
Required areas of study in the powerplant curriculum include inspection, reciprocating and turbine engine theory and repair, instrument systems, fire protection systems, electrical systems, lubrication systems, ignition and starting systems, fuel metering systems, fuel systems, induction and airflow systems, cooling systems, exhaust and reverser systems, propellers, unducted fans, and auxiliary power units.[11]
Thorough knowledge of FAA rules and regulations (especially with regard to accepted repair/modification procedures) is also expected of A&P mechanics.
Inspection Authorization
Some AMTs, after at least three years of working in their field, choose to acquire an Inspection Authorization. These individuals are allowed to perform annual inspections on aircraft and sign off for return to service on major repairs and alterations on the required block of the FAA form 337. Certification and limitations, including renewal requirements, of mechanics with Inspection Authorization is contained in 14 CFR Part 65.
The requirements for obtaining an Inspection Authorization is that the AMT must be licensed for a minimum of three years and actively exercising the rights of an A&P for the two years prior to the date that the IA examination is to be taken.
Renewal of the IA certificate must be done every two years (on odd years) by submitting to the FAA a form showing a minimum of activity in which the IA exercised his or her authority. This activity comprises of either annual inspections, major repairs, major alterations, or a minimum of 8 hours of FAA approved training. This activity must be accomplished every 12 months even though the renewal period is every 24 months.
European authorities
Aircraft Maintenance Technicians in Europe must comply with AMC Part 66, Certifying Staff, issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
AMC Part 66 is based on Joint Aviation Regulations (JAR) promulgated by the Joint Aviation Authorities and on Air Transport Association (ATA) Specification 104. There are four levels of authorization:
- Level 1: General Familiarisation, Unlicensed
- Level 2: Ramp and Transit, Category A
- Level 3: Line and Base Maintenance, Category B1 (Mechanical) and/or B2(Avionics)
- Level 4: Release to Service, Category C
Aircraft Maintenance Organizations
There are several organizations that have been formed to support the profession of Aircraft Maintenance, including the Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) and the National Center for Aircraft Technician Training (NCATT).
References
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "Subpart D—Mechanics". Part 65—Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "65.71 Eligibility requirements: General". Part 65—Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers. Retrieved 2008-3-4.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ a b Federal Aviation Administration. "65.73 Ratings". Part 65—Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "65.75 Knowledge requirements". Part 65—Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "65.79 Skill requirements". Part 65—Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ a b Federal Aviation Administration. "65.77 Experience requirements". Part 65—Certification: Airmen Other Than Flight Crewmembers. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ "Air Force Airframe and Power Plant (A & P) Certification Program". Community College of the Air Force. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "147.21 General curriculum requirements". Part 147—Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "Appendix B to Part 147—General curriculum subjects". Part 147—Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "Appendix C to Part 147—Airframe curriculum subjects". Part 147—Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools. Retrieved 2008-03-04.
- ^ Federal Aviation Administration. "Appendix D to Part 147—Powerplant curriculum subjects". Part 147—Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools. Retrieved 2008-03-04.