About
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program is an FAAApproved Part 147 program that prepares students for careers as certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics through comprehensive classroom, laboratory, and hands-on aviation maintenance education. Located at the TCAT Northwest Newbern campus, the program provides instruction in General, Airframe, and Powerplant disciplines, including aircraft systems, structures, engines, hydraulics, sheet metal repair, inspection procedures, and aviation safety practices aligned with FAA standards.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 18 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,944 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $7,435.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $5,287.25 |
Program Credentials
Campus Locations
Main Campus
340 Washington St
Newbern, TN 38059
340 Washington St
Newbern, TN 38059
Curriculum/Courses
First Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Human Factors
Mathematics
Physics
Aircraft Materials, Hardware & Processes
Aircraft Drawings
Cleaning & Corrosion Control
Ground Operations and Servicing
Fluid Lines & Fittings
Weight and Balance
Inspection Concepts and Techniques
Regulations, Maintenance Forms, Recs. & Publications
Fundamentals of Electricity & Electronics
Second Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Rotorcraft Fundamentals
Metallic Structures
Non-Metallic Structures
Flight Controls
Hydraulic & Pneumatic Power Systems
Landing Gear Systems
Environmental Systems
Third Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Aircraft Instrument Systems
Communication & Navigation Systems
Aircraft Fuel Systems
Aircraft Electrical Systems
Ice & Rain Control Systems
Fire Protection Systems
Water and Waste Systems
Airframe Inspection
Fourth Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Reciprocating Engines
Engine Inspection
Engine Instrument Systems
Engine Fire Protection Systems
Engine Electrical Systems
Reciprocating Engine Induction & Cooling Systems
Engine Lubrication Systems
Ignition & Starting Systems
Engine Fuel & Metering Systems
Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems
Propellers
Fifth Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Turbine Engines
Engine Inspection
Engine Instrument Systems
Engine Fire Protection Systems
Engine Electrical Systems
Engine Lubrication Systems
Ignition and Starting Systems
Engine Fuel and Fuel Metering Systems
Turbine Engine Air Systems
Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems
Propellers
Certifications
FAA Part 147
