Overview
Aviation Maintenance Technology ATA (APTATAPT) Active: W 2023
The Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degree is awarded for completion of a program of study in technical education, the purpose of which is to prepare students for related employment with skills that meet the needs of the business community.
Note: To work as an aviation maintenance technician, students must possess a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic certificate with Airframe and/or Powerplant ratings. This certificate (license) is granted to students who complete the 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 147 program and pass the FAA written and practical & oral exams for each rating.
- Courses may be subject to prerequisites.
- This degree is designed for students with an interest in earning a degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Requirements
- Courses included FAA approved Part 147 curriculum and 30 units of general education courses.
- A minimum grade of 2.0 is required in all classes.
A&P License or Certificate
Students with an A&P License or with an AMT Certificate with A&P Ratings (or Aviation Program Certificate) may be awarded sixty (60) units after completing 30 required units at EvCC.
This is transcribed as course AVA 888, Transferred-In Course, 60 units.
General Education Requirements - 30 units
Required Courses
5 units from MATH/TS 86 or higher (See Quantitative Skills list)
5 units from the DTA Social Sciences Distribution course list
5 units from the DTA Natural Sciences Distribution course list
5 units from any 100-level or higher course
Total Credit Hours: 90
Diversity Course Requirement
Diversity courses focus on perspectives related to cultural diversity in our society, which is defined as including human differences in culture, race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexuality, gender, ability, class, socioeconomic status, language, and religion. Courses are listed in the Class Schedule with a Diversity Class Attribute. They are typically found in the areas of Communications, Humanities, Social Sciences and Transfer Electives. A Diversity course may count toward one of the Distributions listed above, as well as meeting the Diversity Course requirement. Please consult with your advisor.
Completing one diversity class with a grade of D or better is an EvCC institutional requirement and must be completed to receive any degree from Everett Community College.
Required Course
Any course from the Diversity course list
EvCC Residency Units Requirement
To be eligible to earn a diploma at EvCC for any certificate, at least one-third of the units must be earned at Everett Community College and apply towards the credential being earned. These units must be traditionally graded and calculated in the EvCC GPA.
Required Residency Units: 30 minimum
Additional Graduation Requirements
In addition to the applicable Diversity and Residency Units requirements, EvCC has other graduation requirements for all certificates and degrees, including which version of credential requirements should be met, a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, fulfillment of all obligations to the college (financial or otherwise), and filing of an application for graduation. Details can be found in EvCC Graduation Requirements or in the Current Catalog on the EvCC website.
Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate and apply appropriate aviation technical applications, problem solving, and critical thinking skills required in industry while preparing for the FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician certification with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
- Demonstrate multiple communication means specific to aviation maintenance concepts and technical processes using appropriate terms and vocabulary.
- Demonstrate safe work habits and behavior in aviation, reflecting concern, care, and pride in self, others, equipment, aircraft, and facilities.
- Demonstrate and apply industry-required technical skills and data.
- Demonstrate and apply appropriate industry required skills in attendance, character, teamwork, appearance, attitude, productivity, organizational skills, communication, cooperation, respect, and documentary discipline.
Non-Discrimination Statement
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