Gain the skills, knowledge, and practical experience required to enter this lucrative profession that is in high demand. Qualify for the FAA, Federal Aviation Administration Examinations. Visit www.faa.gov for more information. Acquire the airframe and powerplant licenses required to repair high-tech aircraft. View PowerPoint by clicking here. This program is accredited by North Central Association, www.ncacasi.org.
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Campus location: Laurel Oaks Career Development Campus, 300 Oak Drive, Wilmington, Ohio 45177. Click here for a map.
Length of course: General/Airframe: 1200-hours, 14 months
Powerplant: 775-hours, 10 months
Days/Times: Monday - Thursday, 4:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Start date: September 2, 2008 End date: September 15, 2010
Tuition: General/Airframe: $8,050.00
Powerplant: $5,450.00
Tools & Books: $1,000.00 (estimated)
Total: $14, 500.00 (estimated)
Job Outlook for Aviation Maintenance Technicians, according to the Department of Labor, is "employment is expected to increase by 10% during the 2006-2016 period, about as fast as average fro all occupations. Most job openings for aircraft mechanics through the year 2016 wills tem from the need to replace the many mechanics expected to retire in the next decade. In addition, some mechanics will work in related fields, such as automotive repair, as their skills are largely transferable to other maintenance and repair occupations."
Wages for Aviation Maintenance Technicians, according to the Department of Labor, is "median hourly earnings is about $22.95 in May 2006. The middle 50% earned between $18.96 and $28.12.
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