Aviation Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

Aviation Student Training in Hands On Lab

About this program

Penn College is where a career in aviation technology takes flight. Here, you’ll learn alongside passionate and engaging faculty who bring years of experience. Explore complex theories and apply them in our 50,000-square-foot aviation center. This hands-on, technology-driven program will prepare you for your FAA Mechanical License. And when you’re done, you’ll be prepared to dive into lots of different technical positions from commercial aviation to manufacturing.

100%

Overall Placement

FAA

Approved Repair Station

Hangar Facility Located at an Operational Airport

Careers

Maintenance technicians for commercial aviation
General aviation
Aviation repair stations
Manufacturer’s services
Helicopter technician

Courses

At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.

Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.

Aviation Practices I (AVI100)
Aviation Practices II (AVI105)
Aviation Fundamentals I (AVI110)
Aviation Fundamentals II (AVI115)
Aviation Science I (AVI120)
Aviation Basic Electricity I (AVI125)
Aircraft Reciprocating Engines (AVI140)
Aviation Science II (AVI130)
Aviation Basic Electricity II (AVI135)
Aircraft Turbine Engines (AVI145)
Aircraft Engine Fuel Metering Systems (AVI150)
Aircraft Engine Ignition Systems (AVI155)
Aircraft Engine Systems (AVI160)
Engine Electrical Systems (AVI165)
Aircraft Engine Troubleshooting and Inspection (AVI170)
Vintage Aircraft Structures (AVI200)
Sheet Metal Aircraft Structures (AVI205)
Composite Aircraft Structures (AVI210)
Airframe Systems I (AVI215)
Airframe Systems II (AVI220)
Rotary Wing Systems & Maintenance (AVI225)
Advanced Aircraft Electrical Systems (AVI230)
Aircraft Electronic and Instrument Systems (AVI235)
Aircraft Inspection (AVI240)

Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.

Information, Technology, and Society (CSC124) or
Cybersecurity for Non-IT Majors (CSC229)
Physics Survey (PHS103)
Core Applied Arts Perspective (AAP) or
Core Historical Perspective (HIP) or
Core Social Science Perspective (SSP) or
Core Arts Perspective (ARP) or
Core Global and Cultural Diversity Perspective (CDP)

Foundations are the practical, intellectual, and social skills: communication, collaboration, critical and ethical thinking, quantitative thinking, and technological literacy that are crucial to every student at every stage of education and at every stage of life.

English Composition I (ENL111)
College Algebra and Trigonometry I (MTH180)
English Composition II (ENL121) or
Technical and Professional Communication (ENL201) or
Speech Elective (SPC)
Information, Technology, and Society (CSC124) or
Cybersecurity for Non-IT Majors (CSC229)

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Facilities

Lab Tour

Join us for a whirlwind walk-through of the Kathryn Wentzel Lumley Aviation Center. See the lab spaces students learn what it takes to earn their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate. Fly through labs where students tear down and repair engines. Check out the electrical aspects and the specialty instruments. And get a glimpse of the hanger where they put their skills to the test.

Facilities

Aviation Center

Gain hands-on experience working on a fleet of College-owned aircraft in a licensed repair facility for private aircraft - preparing you for your FAA Mechanical License.

Student Experience

"The practical, hands-on application was extremely beneficial for a seamless transition into the aviation industry. Not only was I quickly integrated into the workplace, but the education I received has given me a competitive edge."

Kenton Lucas

Lead Mechanic, Sikorsky Aircraft