What You’ll Learn
Build specialized skills to test, troubleshoot, maintain and repair the electronic systems that keep aircraft operating safely.
The Avionics Maintenance Technology program prepares you for employment in aviation electronics through classroom instruction and practical lab experience. You’ll learn how aircraft operating, control and communication systems work and develop the technical skills needed to install, maintain and troubleshoot avionics systems on both large and small aircraft.
You will learn how to:
- Understand aviation safety and avionics fundamentals
- Build foundational skills in electricity and electronics
- Work with electronic devices and digital concepts
- Learn microprocessor and avionics system basics
- Apply standard avionics practices and installation procedures
- Test, troubleshoot and repair aircraft electronic systems
- Understand aircraft autopilot systems
- Work with aviation communication systems
- Learn aircraft radar and related avionics systems
- Support aircraft and avionics systems maintenance
- Prepare for FCC licensure examinations and aviation industry requirements
The program is designed to help you develop the technical precision and specialized knowledge needed for entry-level avionics careers.
Workforce Ready in Months
What You Can Do
Avionics Maintenance Technology can prepare you for careers in aviation electronics installation, maintenance and repair.
Aircraft rely on complex electronic systems for communication, navigation and control, and employers need trained technicians to keep those systems functioning properly. If you enjoy electronics, troubleshooting and aviation technology, this program can help you launch a career in a highly specialized field.
