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Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course

Name: Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course
Price: 1499 ZAR

Launch your career as a certified Aircraft Maintenance Technician with a programme built on real-world procedures, regulatory standards, and hands-on technical knowledge. From powerplant systems to avionics and structural inspection, this course covers everything you need to work on modern aircraft with confidence and precision.

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What you will learn:

This course takes you through every major system on an aircraft, starting with aviation regulations and human factors, then moving into airframe structures, piston and turbine engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, and flight controls. You will learn how to read and apply approved maintenance data, perform scheduled inspections, and use non-destructive testing methods to find hidden defects. You will also study fuel systems, ice protection, propeller maintenance, and hangar safety procedures. By the end, you will know how to complete a full maintenance package and sign off work to regulatory standards. The curriculum also covers digital maintenance management systems and professional skills that employers expect from qualified technicians.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 39 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Aviation Fundamentals and Regulatory Framework

Lesson 1 • Principles of Flight and Aerodynamics
Covers lift, drag, thrust, and weight as they apply to fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. Provides the physical context technicians need to understand structural and system functions.
Lesson 2 • Maintenance Documentation and Records
Explains required maintenance records, logbooks, and airworthiness directives. Accurate documentation is the legal and safety backbone of every maintenance action.
Lesson 3 • Aviation Regulatory Authority Overview
Introduces the structure of civil aviation authorities and their role in certifying aircraft and technicians. Connects regulatory knowledge to daily maintenance decision-making.
Lesson 4 • Aviation Safety Culture and Human Factors
Addresses human error models, fatigue, and communication breakdowns in maintenance environments. Builds the safety mindset required throughout the entire course.

Chapter 2See details

Aircraft Structures and Materials

Lesson 1 • Metallic Materials in Aviation
Covers aluminium alloys, steel, and titanium used in airframes, including temper designations and corrosion behaviour. Material selection directly affects structural repair decisions.
Lesson 2 • Structural Fasteners and Joining Methods
Details rivets, bolts, and adhesive bonding used to join aircraft structures. Correct fastener selection and installation prevent structural failure.
Lesson 3 • Structural Inspection and Damage Assessment
Applies visual and tactile inspection methods to detect cracks, corrosion, and deformation. Connects material knowledge to practical airworthiness determination.
Lesson 4 • Composite and Non-Metallic Materials
Introduces fibreglass, carbon fibre, and Kevlar composites used in modern aircraft structures. Technicians identify composite damage modes and safe handling procedures.
Lesson 5 • Airframe Construction Methods
Examines truss, monocoque, and semi-monocoque construction and their load-bearing characteristics. Understanding construction type guides inspection and repair approaches.

Chapter 3See details

Powerplant Systems: Piston Engines

Lesson 1 • Reciprocating Engine Operating Principles
Explains the four-stroke cycle, engine configurations, and power output factors. Establishes the mechanical foundation for all piston engine maintenance tasks.
Lesson 2 • Fuel and Induction Systems
Covers carburettor and fuel-injection systems, mixture control, and induction air filtration. Proper fuel system maintenance ensures reliable engine starting and performance.
Lesson 3 • Ignition and Electrical Starting Systems
Details magneto operation, spark plug inspection, and timing procedures. Correct ignition timing is critical to engine efficiency and preventing detonation.
Lesson 4 • Engine Components and Assembly
Identifies crankcase, crankshaft, cylinders, pistons, and valve train components. Component knowledge enables accurate inspection and correct reassembly procedures.
Lesson 5 • Engine Lubrication and Cooling Systems
Explains wet-sump and dry-sump lubrication circuits and air-cooling baffle systems. Lubrication and cooling maintenance prevents premature engine wear and overheating.

Chapter 4See details

Powerplant Systems: Turbine Engines

Lesson 1 • Turbine Engine Inspection and Borescope Use
Applies on-wing inspection techniques including borescope examination of hot-section components. Borescope findings drive maintenance decisions without full engine removal.
Lesson 2 • Gas Turbine Operating Principles
Covers the Brayton thermodynamic cycle, engine station numbering, and thrust generation. Provides the theoretical basis for all turbine engine maintenance and troubleshooting.
Lesson 3 • Turbine Fuel and Control Systems
Explains hydromechanical and electronic fuel control units, fuel nozzles, and flow dividers. Fuel control accuracy directly affects engine performance and safety margins.
Lesson 4 • Engine Performance Monitoring and Troubleshooting
Uses engine trend monitoring data and fault codes to diagnose performance degradation. Systematic troubleshooting reduces unscheduled removals and maintenance costs.
Lesson 5 • Turbine Engine Major Components
Identifies compressor, combustion, turbine, and exhaust sections and their sub-components. Component identification is prerequisite to inspection and removal procedures.

Chapter 5See details

Aircraft Electrical and Avionics Systems

Lesson 1 • Lighting and Warning Systems
Covers navigation, landing, and anti-collision lighting plus cockpit warning annunciators. Functional lighting and warnings are mandatory airworthiness items.
Lesson 2 • Wiring, Connectors, and Circuit Protection
Details wire gauge selection, connector types, and circuit breaker and fuse ratings. Correct wiring practices prevent electrical fires and intermittent faults.
Lesson 3 • Aircraft Electrical System Architecture
Covers DC and AC bus structures, power generation, and load distribution. Understanding bus architecture is essential for tracing faults and restoring power.
Lesson 4 • Avionics Installation and Interference Control
Explains avionics rack installation, antenna placement, and electromagnetic interference mitigation. Proper installation ensures communication and navigation accuracy.
Lesson 5 • Electrical Fault Diagnosis and Testing
Applies multimeter, oscilloscope, and built-in test equipment to isolate electrical faults. Systematic diagnosis minimises aircraft downtime and repeat defects.

Chapter 6See details

Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Landing Gear Systems

Lesson 1 • Hydraulic System Fundamentals
Covers Pascal's law, hydraulic fluid types, and open- versus closed-centre system design. Fluid mechanics knowledge underpins safe hydraulic maintenance practices.
Lesson 2 • Pneumatic Systems and Air Supply
Explains engine bleed air and ground air supply used for brakes, pressurisation, and de-icing. Pneumatic system knowledge complements hydraulic system maintenance.
Lesson 3 • Landing Gear Construction and Operation
Covers tricycle and tailwheel gear configurations, retraction mechanisms, and shock absorber types. Gear system knowledge is required for safe ground operations and inspections.
Lesson 4 • Hydraulic Components and Servicing
Identifies pumps, actuators, valves, and seals and explains their maintenance requirements. Component-level knowledge enables accurate fault isolation and replacement.
Lesson 5 • Brakes, Tyres, and Gear Rigging
Details disc brake inspection, tyre condition assessment, and wheel alignment procedures. Correct rigging and brake adjustment are critical to safe takeoff and landing.

Chapter 7See details

Flight Control and Environmental Systems

Lesson 1 • Primary Flight Control Systems
Covers aileron, elevator, and rudder cable and push-rod systems and their rigging requirements. Correct rigging ensures pilot control authority and aircraft handling qualities.
Lesson 2 • Pressurisation and Cabin Altitude Control
Covers outflow valves, differential pressure limits, and pressurisation controller operation. Pressurisation maintenance directly affects passenger and crew safety.
Lesson 3 • Air Conditioning and Oxygen Systems
Explains air cycle machine operation, refrigeration packs, and portable and fixed oxygen systems. Environmental system serviceability is mandatory for passenger-carrying operations.
Lesson 4 • Fly-by-Wire Control System Basics
Introduces electronic flight control computers, actuator control electronics, and envelope protection. Provides foundational awareness for maintaining modern fly-by-wire aircraft.
Lesson 5 • Secondary and High-Lift Control Systems
Explains flap, slat, spoiler, and trim tab systems including electric and hydraulic actuation. Secondary controls directly affect takeoff and landing performance.

Chapter 8See details

Scheduled Maintenance and Return to Service

Lesson 1 • Non-Destructive Testing Methods
Covers dye penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, and ultrasonic inspection techniques. NDT methods detect hidden defects without disassembling or damaging components.
Lesson 2 • Maintenance Programme Structure and Planning
Explains MSG-3 logic, maintenance intervals, and task card development. Structured planning ensures no required task is missed during scheduled maintenance events.
Lesson 3 • Airworthiness Release and Return to Service
Covers maintenance release statements, duplicate inspections, and certifying staff responsibilities. Proper release procedures confirm the aircraft is safe and legally airworthy.
Lesson 4 • Component Removal, Replacement, and Rigging
Applies approved data to remove and install line-replaceable units and perform post-installation rigging. Correct procedures prevent damage and ensure system functionality.
Lesson 5 • Corrosion Control and Prevention Programmes
Details corrosion inspection zones, treatment methods, and protective coating application. Proactive corrosion control extends airframe service life and reduces repair costs.

Certification

Your valid completion certificate

This course is for you:

Career changer: wants a skilled trade with strong long-term employment prospects.
Military veteran: transitioning aviation experience into a civilian maintenance credential.
Ground crew member: ready to move into a licensed technician role.
Technical school graduate: seeking structured knowledge to complement hands-on training.
Aviation enthusiast: committed to turning a lifelong passion into a professional career.
Apprentice mechanic: building the theoretical foundation to support workshop experience.

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