Aviation Maintenance Technology
Spring 2026: Enrollment for the SPRING 2026 semester will follow the standard student registration process with access based on your registration date and time. These dates should be viewable in your SDCCD Student Portal October 22nd. Registration by appointment takes place November 3rd – November 14th. You are advised to have completed an application and have met with a counselor prior to October 16th for a registration appointment, otherwise you are considered new and subject to Open Registration, beginning November 17th. If Aviation 101G is full, please be advised to waitlist if there are spots available to waitlist. Otherwise, you will need to try again the following semester.
Aviation Maintenance Technology
SPRING 2026: Enrollment for the SPRING 2026 semester will follow the standard student registration process with access based on your registration date and time. These dates should be viewable in your SDCCD Student Portal October 22nd. Registration by appointment takes place November 3rd – November 14th. You are advised to have completed an application and have met with a counselor prior to October 16th for a registration appointment, otherwise you are considered new and subject to Open Registration, beginning November 17th. If Aviation 101G is full, please be advised to waitlist if there are spots available to waitlist. Otherwise, you will need to try again the following semester.
For more information about the program, see below and check out the FAQs.
Miramar College maintains a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 147 approved Aviation Maintenance Technician Program. The program represents 78 units and takes five semesters to complete. Upon completion of the program, students will meet the experience requirement of 14 CFR 65.77, eligibility to test for the Airframe and/or Powerplant Mechanic Certificate and Ratings. To test for the Mechanic’s Certificate with Airframe and/ or Powerplant Ratings, arrangements are made with the local FAA Flight Standards District Office to take the appropriate written examinations followed by the appropriate oral/practical examinations. This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of aviation maintenance.
Credit For Aviation Maintenance Technician– Airframe or Powerplant Rating
Students who hold a valid FAA Airframe or Powerplant Rating may apply to the Aviation Maintenance Technology Department for "Credit for Prior Learning" (CPL). Contact Counselor Lisa Clarke lclarke@sdccd.edu to create an “education plan” and for assistance in applying for CPL.
Credit for Military Schools and Experience
Pending Aviation Department review and approval, students who have completed military technical schools recognized by the FAA may apply to the Aviation Maintenance Technology Department for "Credit for Prior Learning." Contact Counselor Lisa Clarke lclarke@sdccd.edu to create an “education plan” and for assistance transferring military experience and/or credit from other schools. Include your student ID number in all communications.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to research, inspect, repair, and maintain aircraft in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration and the aeronautical manufacturers and maintenance organizations of the aviation industry.
This program’s Academic & Career Pathways:
Careers in this field
This program is primarily intended for students interested in aviation maintenance careers. The program also provides training for aircraft owners and operators who are interested in maintaining aircraft; experimental aircraft builders seeking to develop the skills required to meet FAA recognized construction standards; and those already employed in this industry seeking to upgrade their job skills.
California Resident = $46 per unit
Non-resident = $304 per unit
78 units for the Certificate
+ GE courses for the AS Degree