Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician

Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician is a one- to two-year certificate program offered at Snead State Community College, a public school located in Boaz, Alabama. The program covers the maintenance, inspection, and repair of aircraft engines and powerplant systems, preparing students for entry-level positions in aviation maintenance.

This program is part of the aircraft powerplant technology field (CIP 47.0608) and is structured to support preparation for FAA powerplant certification. Snead State also offers a two- to four-year certificate in Aircraft Powerplant Technology, as well as programs in Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology and Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology at multiple certificate levels, providing students with flexible pathways in aviation and industrial maintenance.