| College or Training Provider |
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC
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| Program Title |
Aviation Manufacturing: Aircraft Structural Repairs
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| Program Description |
This course is designed to provide entry-level aircraft structural repair training. The course introduces the fundamentals for common sheet metal structural repair and practices used to assess and restore structure back to a serviceable condition. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the various structural repair techniques and applications.The course will consist of:Assessment of damage using ultrasonic thickness gauge and precision instruments.Removal of damage.Typical repairs to include Doubler, Flush, and ,Stringer, repairs.Sheet metal bend calculations.The importance of time management.Use of tool shop equipment to produce a metal curve or bend.Removal of damaged fasteners.Upon completion, the graduate will be conversant with any typical sheet metal repair employed when restoring an aircraft back to its original condition. Prior sheet metal fabrication experience is highly recommended.
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| Length |
3 weeks (100 hours)
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| Degree or Credential |
Certificate, less than 12 weeks
Occupational Skills certificate or credential
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| Program website |
https://www.gtcc.edu/academics/academic-programs/programs/manufacturing-transportation-construction/amqcp-aircraft-structural-repairs.php |
| Online or in-person |
Mix of in-person and online
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| May prepare students for these careers |
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
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