{"id":3171,"date":"2025-05-13T14:27:26","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T18:27:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/?page_id=3171"},"modified":"2026-03-11T14:55:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T18:55:54","slug":"ccp-pathway-aviation-maintenance-technician","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/ccp-pathway-aviation-maintenance-technician\/","title":{"rendered":"CCP PATHWAY: Aviation Maintenance Technician"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>An aviation maintenance technician (AMT), also known as an aircraft mechanic, is a professional who inspects, maintains, and repairs aircraft to ensure their safe and efficient flight operation.<\/p>\n<h4>PROGRAM LOCATION<\/h4>\n<p>Classes are held at our North Campus.<\/p>\n<h4>Why Pursue a Career in Aviation Maintenance?<\/h4>\n<p>According to Boeing Pilot and Technician Outlook (2023), the global aviation industry will need 690,000 new aviation mechanics over the next 20 years.<\/p>\n<h6>Strong Job Demand<\/h6>\n<p>The aviation industry is experiencing significant demand for skilled technicians, with projected job growth in North Carolina at 16% over the next 10 years.<\/p>\n<h6>Competitive Salaries<\/h6>\n<p>The average starting salary for an FAA-certificated mechanic is $46,508 per year, reflecting the essential role these professionals play in keeping aircraft safe and operational (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2022). <\/p>\n<h6>Diverse Career Paths<\/h6>\n<p>Aviation maintenance careers span sectors such as cargo and passenger airlines, corporate aviation, and cutting-edge fields like drones, electric propulsion, and commercial space travel.<\/p>\n<h6>Certificates Available<\/h6>\n<p>CFCC course completion certificate and ATEC General Aviation Maintenance Credential. In partnership with Choose Aerospace, ATEC facilitates an industry-recognized certification that verifies a student\u2019s knowledge of the general subject areas outlined in the FAA Mechanic Airman Certification Standards.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atec-amt.org\/atec-credential\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Click here to visit the ATEC website <\/a> to learn more about the credential.<\/p>\n<p class=\"h6 mb-2\">COURSES OFFERED<\/p>\n<hr> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <h3 class=\"h6\">Aviation Maintenance-General I<\/h3>\n<p><P><strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> None<\/p>\n<p>This course introduces students to the basic principles of aviation maintenance and describes the tasks that technicians perform on the job. Topics include Safety, Ground Operations, &#038; Servicing, Hand Tools &#038; Measuring Devices, Maintenance &#038; Inspection Regulations, Physics for Aviation, Mathematics, and Weight &#038; Balance. Upon completion, students should understand fundamental aviation maintenance concepts and regulations and be able to perform tasks using the proper tools and equipment.<\/p> <\/div> <hr> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <h3 class=\"h6\">Aviation Maintenance-General II<\/h3>\n<p><P><strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> Aviation Maintenance-General I<\/p>\n<p>This course introduces students to the basic principles of aviation maintenance and describes the tasks that technicians perform on the job. Topics include Aircraft Drawings, Fundamentals of AC &#038; DC Electricity, Fluid Lines &#038; Fittings, Cleaning &#038; Corrosion Control, and Materials, Hardware, &#038; Processes. Upon completion, students should be familiar with aircraft materials and how to prevent corrosion. They should also be familiar with AC and DC electric circuits and have the ability to read aircraft drawings and diagrams.\n<\/p> <\/div> <hr>\n<h4 class=\"problem-titles\">THE CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION\/WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY (CTE\/WCEP)<\/h4>\n<p>Tuition free course hours that lead to technician education certificate, State, or Industry Recognized Credential aligned with a high school career cluster. Students are responsible for the following CFCC fees in each course:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Parking &#038; Security- $5.00.<\/li>\n<li>Technology Fee \u2013 $5.00.<\/li>\n<li>Materials Fee &#8211; $200.00.<\/li>\n<li>Textbook(s) &#8211; based on course.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>ELIGIBILITY &#038; ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a high school junior or senior.<\/li>\n<li>Have an unweighted GPA of 2.8 on high school courses or your principal\u2019s approval.<\/li>\n<li>If GPA is lower than 2.8, assessment testing is required.<\/li>\n<li>For details on eligibility and admissions requirements, please speak to your high school career counselor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"px-3\">\n<li class=\"border-bottom border-top py-4 my-4\">Complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/auth.cfnc.org\/Identity\/Account\/Login?returnUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fapply.cfnc.org%2Fapplication%2FCapeFCC%2FNCCCSCCP%2FCapeFCCAppCCP\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> CTE WCEP Online Application <\/a> .<\/li>\n<li class=\"border-bottom pb-4 mb-4\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2025\/01\/CFCC-CCP-CTE_WCEP-Docusign-Instructions-Updated-1.30.25.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Read Approval Form DocuSign Instructions <\/a> before proceeding to next step.<\/li>\n<li class=\"border-bottom pb-4 mb-4\">Complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/na2.docusign.net\/Member\/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=e5171da4-1cd9-4ce7-abdc-34a0fdef7bbc&#038;env=na2&#038;acct=a9fa5465-8c85-4926-94f5-7851b85bee24&#038;v=2\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Career Technical Approval Form <\/a> (If you are a Home School or Private School Student complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/na2.docusign.net\/Member\/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=bec75da8-2820-49a4-b809-2f381c1406ae&#038;env=na2&#038;acct=a9fa5465-8c85-4926-94f5-7851b85bee24&#038;v=2\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Homeschool CCP Approval Form <\/a> instead)<\/li>\n<li class=\"border-bottom pb-4 mb-4\">Note: If your school is not listed, please contact Aaron Holderby at <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> .\n<ul>\n<li>Ashley High School<\/li>\n<li>Heide Trask Senior High School<\/li>\n<li>Hoggard High School<\/li>\n<li>Laney High School<\/li>\n<li>Mosley Career Readiness Academy<\/li>\n<li>New Hanover High School<\/li>\n<li>Pender Early College<\/li>\n<li>Pender High School<\/li>\n<li>SEA Tech \u2013 Southeast Area Technical High School<\/li>\n<li>Topsail High School<\/li>\n<li>Wilmington Early College High School<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"border-bottom pb-4 mb-4\">Students MUST have their parent\u2019s name and email address before clicking to complete the approval form.<\/li>\n<li class=\"border-bottom pb-4 mb-4\">Please contact a Workforce Development Coordinator at <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> or <a href=\"tel:9103627982\" class=\"contact-link\"> 910-362-7982 <\/a> with questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Next Steps<\/h4>\n<p>Once you have completed your application process (see above*), please contact <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> to express your intent to enroll in the CTE\/WCEP Pathway.<\/p>\n<h4>REGISTRATION DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS<\/h4>\n<p>Once you have emailed <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> s&#97;h&#111;ld&#101;rby103&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> to express intent to enroll in the Aviation Maintenance Technician pathway, you will receive an email with additional registration instructions. Below outlines the required documentation required to complete your registration:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>CTE WCEP Acceptance Email.<\/li>\n<li>Copy of current High School Transcript must be provided.<\/li>\n<li>Other documentation may be required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"problem-titles\">ELIGIBILITY FOR CONTINUED ENROLLMENT IN CCP (CTE\/WCEP PATHWAY)<\/h4>\n<p>To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Continue to make progress toward high school graduation.<\/li>\n<li>Continue to make progress toward successful completion of the Workforce.<\/li>\n<li>Continuing Education pathway as defined by the pathway syllabus.<\/li>\n<li>A student who doesn\u2019t meet these criteria will be subject to the college\u2019s policy for unsatisfactory progress.<\/li>\n<li>For more information about this CCP Pathway application process, available programs, enrollment, and eligibility, please visit your High School Career Counselor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An aviation maintenance technician (AMT), also known as an aircraft mechanic, is a professional who inspects, maintains, and repairs aircraft to ensure their safe and efficient flight operation. 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