Faculty: Applied Science This major focuses on the principles and practices of aircraft maintenance and repair, covering airframe and powerplant systems, avionics, and regulatory standards. It emphasizes technical skills, precision, and the application of engineering principles to ensure the airworthiness and safety of aircraft. Graduates are prepared for careers in aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities, airlines, and aircraft manufacturing companies. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand aircraft systems, structures, and components. - Develop skills in inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing aircraft. - Learn techniques for maintaining airframe and powerplant systems. - Explore avionics, electrical systems, and modern aircraft technologies. - Understand regulatory standards and safety procedures in aircraft maintenance. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the aviation maintenance industry. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for aircraft maintenance and repair. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Aircraft Maintenance** - Overview of aircraft maintenance, its history, and regulatory environment. - Fundamentals of aircraft systems and components. 2. **Airframe Structures and Systems** - Study of airframe structures, materials, and construction methods. - Techniques for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining airframe systems. 3. **Powerplant Systems** - Fundamentals of aircraft engines, including piston, turboprop, and jet engines. - Techniques for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing powerplant systems. 4. **Avionics and Electrical Systems** - Principles of avionics, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems. - Techniques for maintaining and repairing electrical systems and avionics components. 5. **Aircraft Inspection and Troubleshooting** - Methods for conducting thorough aircraft inspections. - Techniques for troubleshooting aircraft systems and identifying maintenance needs. 6. **Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)** - Principles of NDT methods, including ultrasonic, radiographic, and magnetic particle testing. - Techniques for applying NDT in aircraft maintenance and repair. 7. **Aircraft Painting and Finishing** - Fundamentals of aircraft painting, corrosion control, and surface finishing. - Techniques for preparing and applying protective coatings to aircraft surfaces. 8. **Regulatory Standards and Safety** - Understanding aviation regulations, airworthiness directives, and service bulletins. - Techniques for ensuring compliance with safety procedures and regulatory standards. 9. **Emerging Technologies in Aircraft Maintenance** - Analysis of innovations such as composite materials, additive manufacturing, and advanced diagnostics. - Techniques for adapting to new technologies and industry trends. 10. **Capstone Project in Aircraft Maintenance** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in aircraft maintenance, repair, or overhaul. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive maintenance solution for aircraft. **Assessment Methods:** - Practical assessments, maintenance simulations, written assignments, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Aircraft Maintenance and Repair" by William A. Waddell and David G. Lewellen. - "Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Handbook" by Dale Crane. - "Avionics: Principles and Practice" by Mike Tooley and David Wyatt. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of mathematics, physics, and mechanical principles. Suitable for students in aviation maintenance, aerospace engineering, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 2-4 years, including coursework, practical training, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Aircraft Maintenance and Repair and pursue certifications such as the Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). **Target Audience:** Aspiring aircraft maintenance technicians, avionics specialists, and professionals seeking to specialize in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul. This major equips students with the technical, analytical, and practical skills needed to excel in aircraft maintenance and repair, supporting the safety and airworthiness of aircraft in the aviation industry.