The Aviation Technology programs at OCC are divided into two areas: Aviation Maintenance Technology and Aviation Pilot Training. The Aviation Maintenance Technology and Aviation Pilot Training programs can be completed in approximately four semesters.

Students must complete the required courses for the specific program in which they are enrolled to qualify for that program’s Certificate of Achievement.

The curriculum was developed by educators and industry representatives to ensure that course offerings accurately reflect current industry standards.

The Aviation Maintenance Technology program is divided into five areas: Airframe, Powerplant, Airframe and Powerplant, Avionics, and Helicopters.

The Aviation Maintenance Technology fields are of continuing growth and opportunity. The opportunities vary from field to field depending on the population’s need for travel, business, and pleasure. Overall, the opportunities and availability outlooks are good to excellent. Each program prepares students in a specific area of aviation and will enable them to seek entry-level or higher levels of employment in the aviation industry.

The following job titles include senior positions earned after beginning in an entry-level position and advancing upward:

Airframe & Powerplant Technician

Airframe Mechanic

Powerplant Mechanic

Avionics Technician

Airline Maintenance Mechanic

General Aviation Maintenance Mechanic

Aircraft Manufacturer Flight Test Mechanic

Civil Defense Aircraft Mechanic

U.S. Military Aircraft Mechanic

FAA Repair Station Technician

Helicopter Mechanic

Executive Aviation Mechanic

Aircraft Inspector

Engine Overhaul Mechanic (Turbine or Recips.)

Aircraft Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electrical Technician

Note: Although the courses are sequenced, they may be started at any time.

This program provides training for the student who desires to be only an Airframe Technician. The training received enables the technician to return to service an airplane, related part, and appliance after performing, supervising or inspecting its maintenance or alterations. This Certificate of Achievement can be acquired in two semesters, one intersession, and one summer school session.

This certificate would enable a student to achieve employment at local aircraft manufacturing and repair facilities.

The Avionics program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions as installation, maintenance, and repair technicians for avionic equipment in private, corporate, and commercial aircraft.

The aircraft industry is quickly evolving its level of sophisticated navigational and communications systems to include microprocessor-based systems in all areas of the airframe. This requires a new competent work force capable in the state-of-the-art technology of the future.

This two-semester certificate program combines theory and laboratory practices with hands-on application in actual aircraft. Upon completion, the student will be ready for employment in this fast growing and exciting field.

AVIATION PILOT TRAINING

This program offers training in areas such as corporate piloting, commuter airline piloting, aerial photography, and flight instruction. The curriculum also exposes students to space systems and employment opportunities in local aerospace corporations.

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

ASSOCIATE DEGREE