Aviation Maintenance Training
Comprehensive FAA Part 147 approved A&P Program that can be completed in just 12 months.
SMAT is one of the few schools to offer a comprehensive course in Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Maintenance training that can be completed in just one year. The program is FAA approved and provides training and preparation for the FAA written, oral, and practical mechanics tests.
- Low student to faculty ratio
- Individual lab workstations
- Spacious new lab facilities
- Hands-on projects
- 60% lab, 40% lecture
- Tool discounts
- Aircraft mockup systems
Maintenance Training Curriculum
Main Courses
General Classes
AVG-140
Fundamentals of Electricity
AVG-141
Aircraft Drawings
AVG-142
Weight & Balance
AVG-143
Fluid Lines & Fittings
AVG-144
Aircraft Materials, Hardware and Processes/Inspection
AVG-145
Ground Operation and Servicing
AVG-146
Cleaning & Corrosion Control
AVG-147
Mathematics
AVG-148
Regulations, Maintenance Forms, Records, and Publications
AVG-149
Physics for Aviation
AVG-150
Human Factors
Airframe Classes
AVA-150
Metallic Structures
AVA-151
Aircraft Covering and Finishes
AVA-152
Welding
AVA-153
Flight Controls and Rotorcraft Fundamentals
AVA-154
Airframe Inspection
AVA-155
Landing Gear Systems
AVA-156
Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power Systems
AVA-157
Environmental, Water and Waste Systems
AVA-158
Aircraft Instrument Systems
AVA-159
Communication, Light Signals, and Runway Light Systems
AVA-160
Aircraft Fuel Systems
AVA-161
Aircraft Electrical Systems
AVA-162
Non-Metallic Structures
AVA-163
Ice & Rain Control Systems
AVA-164
Airframe Fire Protection Systems
Powerplant Classes
AVP-170
Reciprocating Engines
AVP-171
Turbine Engines and Engine Air Systems
AVP-172
Engine Inspection
AVP-173
Engine Instrument Systems
AVP-174
Engine Fire Protection Systems
AVP-175
Engine Electrical Systems
AVP-176
Lubrication Systems
AVP-177
Ignition and Starting Systems
AVP-178
Fuel Metering Systems
AVP-179
Engine Fuel Systems
AVP-180
Reciprocating Engine Induction and Cooling Systems
AVP-181
Engine Exhaust and Reverse Systems
AVP-183
Propellers
Academic Calendar
2024-25
- First Day of Classes/Orientation – August 23, 2024
- Labor Day (No Class) – September 2, 2024
- Thanksgiving – November 27-29, 2024
- Christmas Break/New Year – Dec 23, 2024 – Jan 1, 2025
- Classes Resume – January 2, 2025
- Winter Break – February 27-28, 2025
- Easter Break (No Class) – April 18-21, 2025
- Memorial Day Weekend (No Class) – May 23-26, 2025
- Independence Day (No Class) – July 3-4, 2025
- EAA Airventure Break – July 23-25, 2025
- Last Day of Classes – August 14, 2025
- Graduation – August 14, 2025
Cost
Maintenance Program tuition and lab fees cost $32,000 ($17.31 per clock hour). Additional costs will be incurred for tools and FAA testing. Payments are due and payable on the first day of each period as stated below. On individual basis, students may be afforded the opportunity to make payments throughout the billing periods. However, a student may be asked to withdraw from the program if a delinquency in payment persists. Students are responsible for their individual room and board.
Apply to the Maintenance Training Program
We encourage individuals who are willing to meet high academic standards and desire a mission-focused education to submit an application to our Maintenance Training Program. We evaluate every applicant for the potential to be successful in mission aviation and we hope you’ll be the next to join us!