Aviation Maintenance Technology

No Aviation Maintenance courses are being offered in Summer 2025.  Many general education courses are still being offered, see the online schedule here.  

New students: Fall 2025 entry level courses are CLOSED.  There are over 140 students on the waitlist for the Fall 2025 semester.  There are only 40 seats available (20 day and 20 night).  For more information about the program and instructions for joining the waitlist, see 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. Flexible course selection and a variety of degrees and certificates are available to enable students to prepare for a variety of occupational goals.

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." The units granted with a grade of CR will be posted to the student’s transcript on completion of the remaining Associate of Science Degree requirements. Submit all FAA certificates and ratings to the Department Chair for evaluation and approval.  Contact the Counseling Department for more information.  

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 the Counseling Department for more information.  

Credit for Work Experience

Students who have valid work experience in the aviation industry may challenge a maximum of 15 units. (See Challenge Procedure on page 25).  Contact the Counseling Department for more information.