Overview

The Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) AAS degree trains students in the repair and scheduled maintenance of aircraft. This fully approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) program prepares graduates to repair and maintain commercial and general technically advanced aircraft found in today’s market. Training includes classroom and hands-on experiences. You’ll learn to:

• Read and comprehend aircraft manuals.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions using electrical schematics.
• Analyze and repair powerplant malfunctions.
• Repair airframe structures and return aircraft to service.
• Maintain aircraft powerplant subsystems and determine their airworthiness in accordance with applicable FAA and manufacturer specifications.

Career Information

Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the MN Dept of Employment & Economic Development, and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to gather valuable career information such as wage reports, career outlook, job prospects, industry trends, and career opportunities. These tools are available to help empower students to make informed decisions about their educational and professional paths.

Plan Your Education

The Program Guide is a tool to help you map out how to successfully get your degree at Lake Superior College.

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Program Features

• The program may be completed in 2 years if prerequisites are complete.
• Located at LSC’s Center for Advanced Aviation, in the thriving aviation hub of Duluth, Minnesota.
• Selected by Delta Air Lines as an approved partner college in training future aviation maintenance technicians.
• Maintains strong partnerships with local aviation leaders including AAR and Cirrus who hire LSC graduates.

Skills & Knowledge

• Pass the required FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic test
• Read and interpret technical information found in the aircraft records
• Perform aircraft maintenance
• Document maintenance tasks according to FAA Regulations
• Maintain an aircraft in airworthy condition