Aviation Maintenance: Power Plant Applied Technology, Associate of Applied Science

(Suggested Occupational Plan)

First Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
AERM 1208Federal Aviation Regulations

2

AERM 1203Shop Practices

2

AERM 1315Aviation Science

3

AERM 1414Basic Electricity

4

ENGL 1301Composition I

3

Second Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
AERM 1205Weight and Balance

2

AERM 1210Ground Operations

2

AERM 1344Aircraft Reciprocating Engines

3

AERM 1357Fuel Metering and Induction Systems

3

Core Communications (SPCH) Core Elective

3

Third Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
Core Mathematics OR Life and Physical Sciences Core Elective

3

Core Creative Arts OR Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Elective

3

Fourth Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
AERM 2447Aircraft Reciprocating Engine Overhaul

4

AERM 1340Aircraft Propellers

3

AERM 1351Aircraft Turbine Engine Theory

3

AERM 1456Aircraft Powerplant Electrical

4

Core American History, Government/Political Science OR Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Elective

3

Fifth Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
AERM 2352Aircraft Powerplant Inspection

3

AERM 2351Aircraft Turbine Engine Overhaul

3

AERM 2264Practicum (or Field Experience) - Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician

2

AERM 2234FAA Review - Powerplant

2

Total Semester Hours for Associate Degree: 60

Additional Information

Courses in bold type meet General Education requirements for Del Mar College Associate of Applied Science degrees.

Prior to registration each semester, all Aviation Maintenance students must make an appointment with an Aviation Maintenance Program advisor to ensure proper course sequence.