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Career Area: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 31-486-2
Approximately 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
Most credit programs are eligible for financial aid, while most non-credit certificates provide valuable work-related skills on a short timeline. Check with the college offering the program to determine if it is eligible for financial aid.
Average Annual Tuition: $4585.5
This is based on one year of full-time enrollment for in-state students. WTCS tuition is set by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board in March for the following year. It does not include books, materials or program/college-related fees.
Aviation Power Plant Mechanics

Aviation Technician Powerplant Technician Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

Aviation Technician
Powerplant Technician

Median Starting Salary

$81894

Aviation Technician Powerplant Technician Programs

This specialized, high-demand training program concentrates on aircraft engine and propeller systems. Completion requires 750 class hours plus a General Component sequence. You must have high mechanical aptitude and the ability to remain organized and meticulous under deadline pressure. The Federal Aviation Administration governs this program; a companion diploma program in Airframe maintenance is also offered.

Aircraft propulsion mechanics remain in high demand and work for airlines, corporations and commuter lines. Completing both the Powerplant and Airframe Aviation Technician diplomas boosts earnings considerably.

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