Aviation Maintenance Technician
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Get certified to work in an industry with growing demand.
Become an indispensable part of the aviation industry. Our FAA-approved program provides the hands-on training and expert knowledge to become an Aviation Maintenance Technician.
Become an Aviation Maintenance Technician
As a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-certified Part 147 training center, we provide the gold-standard education you need to succeed. Our curriculum is fully aligned with the latest Airman Certification Standards (ACS), ensuring you receive the most current and relevant training available.
Through a powerful blend of expert classroom instruction and intensive, hands-on projects, you'll master the technical skills and procedural knowledge required to excel. Upon completion, you will be fully prepared to pass the FAA written, oral, and practical exams to earn your Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) certifications.
Aviation Maintenance
Technician Program
Aviation Maintenance
Technician Program
Explore and discover the pathways we offer
Airframe Certification
The Airframe certification authorizes you to work on every part of an aircraft except for the engines, propellers, and their related instruments. This includes inspecting, servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting the entire aircraft structure—the fuselage, wings, tail surfaces, and landing gear. You will also be responsible for the complex systems that make flight possible, such as the hydraulic and pneumatic systems, flight controls, cabin pressurization, and environmental controls. An Airframe mechanic ensures the structural integrity and safety of the entire aircraft, from the skin and rivets to the windows and doors.
Powerplant Certification
The Powerplant certification focuses on what is often called the heart of the aircraft: the engine and propulsion systems. This certification authorizes you to inspect, maintain, and repair all types of aircraft engines, including both reciprocating (piston) engines and modern gas turbine (jet) engines. Your expertise will cover everything from the engine's internal components to its fuel, lubrication, ignition, and exhaust systems. A mechanic with a Powerplant rating is responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of the engines that provide the critical propulsive for flight, making this a role of immense trust and responsibility.
Powerplant
Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification
The ultimate goal for an aviation maintenance technician is to achieve both Airframe and Powerplant ratings, becoming an 'A&P Mechanic.' This dual certification makes you a versatile and highly sought-after professional in the industry. Earning your A&P license means you have achieved the highest level of versatile expertise as an aircraft mechanic, making you an invaluable asset to any aviation employer. At Miami Dade College, our programs specifically structured to guide you toward this comprehensive, dual certification.
Florida Labor Data
4,600
Jobs in 2025
3.9%
Annual growth in the area
$79,000
Earnings in the area
Aerotek, Bombardier, VXX Limited, AAR, Amentum, Signature Aviation
Why choose MDC's
AMT Program
Why choose MDC's
AMT Program
FAA-Approved
Our curriculum is fully approved by the Federal Aviation Administration and aligns with the Airman Certification Standards (ACS), ensuring you receive a top-tier education recognized by employers nationwide.
Hands-On Training
Move beyond the textbook and get your hands on real aircraft components. Our program combines essential aviation theory with practical, project-based training in our state-of-the-art labs.
AMT Core Mastery
Develop a complete skill set by mastering the three pillars of aircraft maintenance required for FAA licensure: General, Airframe, and Powerplant systems.
Certification & Career Readiness
Get deep technical knowledge and procedural confidence to succeed in all FAA written, oral, and practical exams, leading directly to your Airframe and/or Powerplant Mechanic certifications.
Who is this
program for
This program is for anyone seeking to become a highly skilled, licensed professional in a critical industry. No prior aviation experience is required, just a strong work ethic, a high degree of responsibility, and the drive to succeed.
Adults looking to transition from their current job into a stable, high-demand skilled trade. If you're seeking a career with excellent growth potential that doesn't keep you behind a desk, this is a perfect fit.
Young adults who want a direct path to a professional career without the time and expense of a traditional four-year university degree. It's an ideal choice for those who excel at hands-on learning and are interested in STEM fields.
Service members transitioning to civilian life, especially those with experience in mechanical, electronics, or aviation fields. Your discipline, technical aptitude, and commitment to procedure are highly valued and directly transferable to this career.
Individuals who have always enjoyed taking things apart, understanding how they work, and fixing them. If you get satisfaction from diagnostics and precision, hands-on work, you will thrive in this program.
Anyone with a passion for aircraft and the aviation industry who wants to play a crucial, hands-on role in keeping them safe and operational.
Looking for more
information?
To receive more information about the Aviation Maintenance Technician program, please contact the School of Continuing Education and Professional Development at Miami Dade College by completing the form below or visiting our offices at the North Campus.
305-237-1019
11380 NW 27th Avenue, Room 1125 Miami, FL 33167
