Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician

Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician is a certificate program of one to two years offered at South Seattle College, a public institution in Seattle, WA. The program falls within the aviation and airframe mechanics field (CIP 47.0608) and is designed to train students in the maintenance and repair of aircraft engines and related powerplant systems. This credential prepares graduates for FAA certification pathways and entry-level employment in aviation maintenance.

South Seattle College offers a range of technical programs alongside this certificate. Related programs at the school include Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, giving students in mechanical and transportation fields several pathways to choose from. Culinary Arts/Chef Training and Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager are also available for those interested in the culinary trades.