AVT 101 - Aviation Fundamentals and Federal Aviation Regulations

3 CR

Introduction to aviation concepts pertinent to maintenance of aircraft operated in the national airspace system.  Subjects include aircraft maintenance manuals, drawings, weight and balance, aircraft inspection fundamentals, safety, ground operations, aircraft servicing, mechanic certificates, and human factors.  Federal Aviation Regulations governing aircraft maintenance, repair, alterations, airworthiness, and record keeping are covered.

Prerequisite(s): Students must be willing to learn aviation concepts and regulations (FARs).

Students must be able to read and write the English language to at least the eighth-grade level (average US level).

Students must have and be able to operate a Windows, Apple, or Chromebook based computer with a Chrome browser.