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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Aviation Maintenance Technology program teaches students the maintenance and repair of aircraft mechanical systems including turbine and reciprocating engines, aircraft finishes, sheet metal, welding, landing gears, hydraulics, propellers, and much more. The students are prepared for highly technical jobs like aviation mechanics, who ensure the safety of U.S. aircrafts along with their efficiency.
A hands-on approach, guided by experienced instructors ensures that the students are job ready in the aviation maintenance field, when they fulfill the academic and hour requirements. In addition, West-MEC offers testing for industry standard certification, such as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), at the end of the program for no additional cost.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Careers that a student could pursue after receiving their certification(s) are: Airframe technician, powerplant technician, air transportation technician. The knowledge obtained in this program is transferable to a broad spectrum of careers. Within the aviation industry, employment can be found in airlines, manufacturers and repair stations among many others.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Central Campus
6997 N. Glen Harbor Boulevard
Glendale, AZ 85307
Main Office: 623.209.8070
Campus Directions
Two-year program
1st year (1:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
2nd year (1:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
Calendar
23-24 Information Sheet
22-23 Information Sheet
Handbook (English)
Handbook (Spanish)
CAREER PATHWAYS
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
GRANT/SCHOLARSHIP
CURRICULUM
Scope & Sequence
CTE Technical Standards
CTE Professional Skills StandardsCAMPUS SOCIAL MEDIA PAGE
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