Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician

The Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician program at Iowa Western Community College is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public institution in Council Bluffs, IA. The program prepares students for careers in aviation maintenance, focusing on the inspection, repair, and overhaul of aircraft engines and related powerplant systems.

This program falls under CIP code 47.0608 in the vehicle maintenance and repair technology field. Iowa Western Community College also offers related programs including Electrician, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. Students can expect training aligned with FAA standards, covering reciprocating and turbine engines, ignition systems, fuel systems, and engine performance testing.