Program Map for Avionics Certificate
Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs), also known as aircraft mechanics, are responsible for keeping aircraft in airworthy condition. They perform regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance, as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Avionics Technicians or Aircraft Electronic Technicians (AETs) are AMTs with advanced avionics training and certification.
Besides routine maintenance and inspections, work for Technicians involves repairs, replacement of parts, use of precision tools, troubleshooting for problems and testing of equipment following repairs to ensure that work has been done properly and within prescribed safety limits.
The commercial airlines or smaller facilities require technicians to work on many types of aircraft and perform all phases of the maintenance process. In other larger facilities, technicians may specialize in preventative maintenance and in specific parts of the maintenance process.
Technicians are FAA certified requiring hands-on training as well as classroom hours in appropriate programs. Avionics Bench Technicians (Bench Techs) only perform avionics manufacture, troubleshooting, and repair of components and do not require FAA certification.
Though there is high demand for AMTs, industry indicates the highest demand for employees is the AET.
EvCC’s Aviation Maintenance Technology program has been operating on Paine Field in Everett, Washington for 50 years and is an FAA Part 147 operating under Air Agency Certificate EU9T125R. It provides education and training necessary to qualify for the FAA AMT Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A & P) ratings. The curriculum meets or exceeds the minimum number of hours required by 14 CFR Part 147.
The Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS) is eight quarters, including Summer Quarters, and the Advanced Avionics program is two quarters. Courses in the AMTS provide experience in reciprocating and turbine engines, airframe repair, maintenance, and inspection procedures. Courses in the Advanced Avionics program provide experience with electronics, wiring, fiber optics, aircraft avionics systems, and FCC license preparation.
Note: in order to work in an FAA-authorized repair station as an avionics technician, students must possess either a National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certificate, or a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL). Both the certificate and license are granted to students who complete the two-quarter Avionics program, and pass the exams.
Faculty advisors for the Aviation Maintenance Technology Certificate are listed below. If you have been assigned an advisor please work with them, otherwise you can choose any of the advisors below.
Dale Lerback dlerback@everettcc.edu
Kenneth Andreason kandreason@everettcc.edu
Shay Mohn smohn@everettcc.edu
Steven Tuggle stuggle@everettcc.edu
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Notes on using this map:
* indicates an elective course that is recommended but not required and could be substituted with another appropriate course. For example, ENGL& 102* on a map means that ENGL& 102* is recommended, but any 5-credit course from the Basic Communication Skills list on the DTA would also be acceptable.
→ indicates a pre-requisite relationship. For example, MATH&141→ MATH&142 on a map indicates that a student must pass MATH& 141 before taking MATH& 142
(F, W, Sp, Su) indicates the quarters in which a course is offered, if not offered every quarter. For example, ART 116 (W) means that ART 116 is only offered during Winter quarters
TS stands for Transitional Studies. Courses taken through the Transitional Studies department do not qualify for financial aid but cost only $25 per quarter. To see if you qualify, contact the Advising Center at advising@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9339.
& as part of a course number (e.g. ACCT& 202) indicates that the course is part of the Common Course Numbering System
D as part of a course number (e.g. ENGL& 102D) indicates that the course fulfills the Diversity Course requirement for the AAS-DTA degree
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The learning objectives of this course are the foundation of future courses in this pathway. Success in critical courses positions you to be successful in later courses in this pathway.
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Before you can take your college-level courses, you may need to complete prerequisites.
Attend an AMTS/Avionics Information Session
Schedule an Aviation entry advising appointment by calling 425-388-9533 or emailing aviation@everettcc.edu. This appointment will take place at the Paine Field Aviation Facility.
See your faculty program advisor for self-paced or accelerated alternatives in Math and English to prepare for college-level classes. Want to move further faster? Learn about EvCC's I-BEST classes.
Prepare for college-level math
To start AVIO (Avionics) you should see your faculty program advisor for your math course planning. Contact Gwen Holt gholt@everettcc.edu for possible exemption.
Prepare for college-level English
If your English placement is below ENGL& 101, you’ll need to take following sequence of courses, starting from the level you placed into:
- ENGL/TS/AEP 97 → ENGL/TS/AEP 98
Note: English language learners may need additional courses before ENGL/TS 97 depending on their placement.
Before registering each quarter, check your Degree Planner to see what classes you should take to stay on track. See your faculty program advisor with any questions you have.
Recommended Actions
- Looking for more support and resources by phone, tablet, or computer? Visit the Online Student Support and Resources page.
- Do you qualify for Financial Aid? Fill out a FAFSA or WASFA and visit the Financial Aid Office to begin talking about how to pay for college.
- Visit the Tutoring Center, Writing Center, and the Library.
- Consider registering for a study skills class offered by DEVED department.
- Get involved with Student LIFE and join a campus club, such as such as EvCC Aviation Maintenance
- See if you qualify for TRiO and/or MESA.
Complete first quarter courses within Avionics.
AVIONICS QUARTER 1
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AVIO& 101 - Aircraft Electrical Fundamentals - AVIO& 102 - Aircraft Electronic Fundamentals
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AVIO& 103 - Aircraft Wiring Systems
- AVIO& 104 - Aircraft Fiber Optic Systems
Recommended Actions
Check back in with your faculty program advisor to discuss if this is the right program for you and update your plan of study as needed.
- If you haven't already, join a club that aligns with your interest, such as EvCC Aviation Maintenance Club.
Complete second quarter courses within Avionics.
AVIONICS QUARTER 2
- AVIO& 201 - Aircraft Digital Electronic Instrument Systems
- AVIO& 202 - Avionics Systems for Airframe and Powerplant
- AVIO& 203 - Avionics Communications
- AVIO& 204 - Principles of Avionics Troubleshooting
Recommended Actions
Check back in with your faculty program advisor to make sure all degree/certificate requirements are met.
- Schedule your Avionics Certification Examinations. There are two possible licenses you can schedule, depending on where in industry you wish to go. Check with your faculty program advisor for advice and scheduling.
Confirm that all requirements are met.
Apply for graduation at least one quarter in advance.
Recommended Actions
Meet with your faculty program advisor to make sure all degree/certificate requirements are met