Faculty: Civil Aviation This major focuses on the repair, inspection, and maintenance of aircraft structures and engines. Students gain skills in aircraft systems, aviation regulations, maintenance practices, and troubleshooting techniques, preparing for careers in aviation maintenance and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand aircraft systems and maintenance practices. - Develop skills in aircraft inspection, repair, and maintenance. - Learn troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques. - Explore aviation regulations, safety standards, and quality control. - Analyze maintenance data and performance metrics. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Aviation Maintenance** - Overview of aviation maintenance and industry trends. 2. **Aircraft Systems** - Principles and maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and avionics systems. 3. **Airframe Maintenance** - Structural repair, corrosion control, and composite materials. 4. **Powerplant Maintenance** - Engine types, fuel systems, ignition systems, and propellers. 5. **Aviation Regulations and Safety** - Maintenance standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance. 6. **Maintenance Practices and Procedures** - Inspection techniques, maintenance schedules, and documentation. 7. **Troubleshooting and Diagnostics** - Fault isolation, testing procedures, and repair techniques. 8. **Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)** - Inspection methods, equipment, and interpretation of results. 9. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in aviation maintenance settings. 10. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying skills in aircraft systems, maintenance practices, or troubleshooting techniques. **Assessment Methods:** - Aircraft systems analyses, maintenance projects, regulatory studies, troubleshooting cases, NDT inspections, internship reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Aviation Maintenance" by various authors. - "Aircraft Systems" by various authors. - "Airframe Maintenance" by various authors. - "Powerplant Maintenance" by various authors. - "Aviation Regulations and Safety" by various authors. - "Maintenance Practices and Procedures" by various authors. - "Troubleshooting and Diagnostics" by various authors. - "Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of physics, mathematics, and an interest in aviation maintenance. **Major Duration:** Typically 18-24 months for a certificate or associate degree. **Certification:** Graduates may receive the Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license from the FAA or equivalent certifications. **Target Audience:** Aspiring aircraft maintenance technicians, aviation engineers, and professionals seeking careers in airlines, MROs, aircraft manufacturing companies, and aviation regulatory bodies. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in airframe and powerplant maintenance, supporting careers in various aviation maintenance and engineering roles.