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Aviation Technology

Aviation Technology
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Day Program/ FAA Certification Number NSUT025K

The Associate of Science Degree in Aviation Technology prepares students for professional careers in aviation maintenance. Graduates may seek employment with airlines, fixed base operators, or aircraft manufacturers.

Nashua Community College is an FAA approved training facility. Students who complete this program will be prepared to apply for the FAA oral, written, and practical exams for the Airframe and Powerplant Technician License.

The Aviation Technology program places major emphasis on the study of actual aircraft, structures, and powerplants and related systems. The 21-month curriculum includes one summer session and covers a wide variety of subjects concerned with airplanes: reciprocating engines, turbines, fuel systems, propellers, ignition, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems. A great deal of reading is required, as well as the ability to interpret FAA regulations and manufacturers’ technical specifications.

In addition to the general admission requirements, Aviation Technology applicants should be aware of the following criteria:

  1. Excellent English skills in reading, writing, speaking and understanding are required.
  2. High school courses such as physics, electronics, and computer programming are recommended.
  3. Students will be required to purchase approximately $2,600 – $3,000 of tools upon entrance to the program.

Ready to Experience the Best of Student Living

Housing is available for students just over the border in nearby Lowell, Massachusetts. Called the Edge Merrimack River, the housing offers roommate matching services and a choice of individually leased one, two, and four-bedroom floor plans with separate keyed bedrooms, modern stylistic finishes, and gourmet kitchens. Apartments are fully furnished and include all utilities except electricity. Edge Merrimack River also has amenities on site such as private study rooms, a clubhouse with games, and fitness center.

Program of Study

Total Credits:
87

Course Sequencing

First Year – Fall Semester

Item #
Title
Credits
AVTN115N
General Module
12
ENGL101N
College Composition
4
Quantitative Literacy +
3 – 4

Quantitative Literacy

Total Credits: 3 – 4

General Education

View the comprehensive  General Education Core Electives and General Education Electives   from the  Elective Requirements main page.

General Education Requirements

MATH106N, MATH110N or MATH115N is recommended.

MATH106N or MATH115N is recommended for Certificates in Accounting and Spreadsheets

MATH103N recommended for Associate in Arts Degree in Communications 

Includes CSCN, ELET MATH or BCPT courses for Associate in Science Degree in Computer Networking. 

ECON201N/202N will satisfy the Quantitative Literacy elective for Associate in Arts Degree in English.

MATH106N or ECON202N is recommended for Associate in Arts Degree in Humanities.

MATH106N recommended for Associate in Science Degree in Nursing.

MATH106N, MATH110N, or MATH115N are recommended. HUMA230N, or HUMA109N recommended for Associate in Science Degree in Paralegal Studies. 


First Year – Spring Semester

Item #
Title
Credits
AVTN125N
Airframe Module 1
12
HIST220N
History of Aviation in America
3
English/Communications Core and Elective Requirements +
3

English/Communications Core and Elective Requirements

Total Credits: 3

General Education

View the comprehensive  General Education Core Electives and General Education Electives    from the  Elective Requirements main page.

General Education Requirements


Summer Semester (9 Weeks)

Item #
Title
Credits
AVTN205N
Powerplant Module 1
11

Second Year – Fall Semester

Item #
Title
Credits
AVTN215N
Airframe Module 2
16
PHYS101N
Physical Science I
4

Second Year – Spring Semester

Item #
Title
Credits
AVTN225N
Powerplant Module 2
16
Humanities/Fine Arts/Philosophy or Global Awareness +
3

Humanities/Fine Arts/Philosophy or Global Awareness

Total Credits: 3

General Education

View the comprehensive  General Education Core Electives and General Education Electives   from the  Elective Requirements main page.

General Education Requirements

Students are advised to meet with their advisor to make appropriate elective selections based on their career goals and to facilitate the broadest range of transferability.


Total Credits:
87

Program Outcomes
 

Upon the completion of the degree in Aviation Technology, graduates will be able to:

  1. Perform maintenance and inspections on aircraft using FAA and manufacturers’ instructions.
  2. Perform maintenance on aircraft structures using FAA and manufacturers’ instructions.
  3. Perform maintenance on aircraft powerplants using FAA and manufacturers’ instructions.
  4. Inspect and repair aircraft composite structures using FAA and manufacturers’ instructions.
  5. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  6. Demonstrate legal and moral judgment when supervising others.
  7. Demonstrate positive work ethics, integrity, and knowledge of work skills.
  8. Exercise a desire to continue professional development and lifelong learning.
  9. Successfully pass the FAA airframe and powerplant certification examination.
  10. Find employment directly related to the field of study.

In addition, the graduate will be able to demonstrate competency in the general education outcomes.

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