Aviation Maintenance Technology
Overview
The Aviation Maintenance Technology Associate in Science, Liberal Studies program
is jointly offered by Middlesex Community College and National Aviation Academy (NAA),
located at nearby Hanscom Air Field in Bedford. In order to have NAA certification
credits apply to the Aviation Maintenance Technology, A.S. degree program, students
must have a current FAA certification. Students without a current FAA certification
will have their NAA credits applied to the Liberal Studies, A.S. degree program. For
specific information about the National Aviation Academy courses, go to www.naa.edu.
The Program prepares students for employment with major and commuter airlines, airplane
and helicopter engine manufacturers, and many other nonaviation-related companies.
Training provides the background for advancement to supervisory and managerial positions
in these industries. The hands-on aircraft maintenance instruction and training at NAA
is the first component of the program. Students complete the requirements for the
associate in science degree at MCC. The general education and business courses strengthen
communications, computer and management competency.
Career and Transfer Outlook
Graduates of the program find work as aviation mechanics for airlines and the aviation industry. Job opportunities exist locally and throughout the world. An associate degree graduate with experience may be more quickly promoted into management or into more responsible positions, such as maintenance controller or field service technician.
Program Sheets
For more information
Contact the Division Dean: Judy Hogan, 781-280-3816, hoganj@middlesex.mass.edu
or the Assistant Dean: Deborah Walsh, 978-322-8406, walshd@Middlesex.mass.edu.