Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician

Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician is a one- to two-year certificate program offered at Chaffey College, a public institution located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. The program provides students with the technical training needed to work on aircraft engines and related powerplant systems, preparing them for entry-level roles in aviation maintenance.

This program falls within the aviation maintenance technology field (CIP 47.0608). Chaffey College also offers a range of other certificate programs, including Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects, Network and System Administration/Administrator, and Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager. Students in the aircraft powerplant program can expect hands-on technical coursework aligned with FAA training standards for powerplant mechanics.