Program Overview
Prepare for an exciting career in Oklahoma’s growing aviation industry.
Introduction to Aviation Maintenance is a 60-hour program designed for adults interested in aviation, aircraft systems and mechanical careers. Through classroom instruction and practical lab activities, students develop foundational knowledge of aviation safety, FAA regulations, human factors, aircraft systems, and maintenance practices.
Students gain hands-on experience using aviation tools while practicing precision measurement, sheet metal layout, drilling, riveting, safety wiring, and basic soldering. The program also introduces aircraft electrical and hydraulic systems, corrosion control, weight and balance calculations, and blueprint and schematic reading.
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This Program Is Perfect for Students Who:
- Are interested in aviation or aircraft maintenance
- Enjoy hands-on learning and working with tools
- Want to explore aviation before pursuing advanced training
- Are interested in mechanical, electrical or aircraft assembly careers
- Want to build practical skills used in aviation environments
Cost Information
To reserve your seat, the required program down payment must be paid at the time of enrollment.
Complete tuition, fee, and payment details are provided below in the Program Cost Sheet. Students who do not meet payment deadlines may forfeit their reserved seat.
Program Courses
- Aviation safety, ethics and human factors
- FAA regulations and airworthiness concepts
- Hand tools, torque tools and safety-wire techniques
- Precision measuring instruments
- Sheet metal layout, drilling and riveting
- Aircraft electrical systems and basic soldering
- Aircraft blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams
- Aircraft hydraulic systems
- Corrosion inspection, prevention and treatment
- Aircraft weight and balance calculations
Important Info
Introduction to Aviation Maintenance provides introductory training and career exploration. It is not an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School program and does not qualify students for an FAA Airframe or Powerplant mechanic certificate. Additional approved education or qualifying work experience is required to pursue FAA mechanic certification.
Requirements
- Students must be at least 18 years old.
- No previous aviation experience is required.
- ACCUPLACER testing is not required.
Career Opportunities
Aviation Maintenance Apprentice
Aircraft Assembly Assistant
Sheet Metal Technician Trainee
Avionics or Electrical Assembly Technician
Quality Assurance or Inspection Support Helper
Have Questions?
Our Student Services team assists potential students in finding the right program, financial assistance, and also works with local businesses in Bartlesville to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today or visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.
