Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

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RVC competes in NJCAA Division III in football, men's and women's basketball, women's volleyball, golf, baseball, softball, and men's and women's tennis. Not to brag, but we're pretty good at it. Our teams have won seven national championships and we have had more than 100 All-Americans.

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Have fun. Try stuff. RVC gives you opportunities to get involved. There are lots of student activities to choose from. We offer more than 20 clubs and organizations. Try your hands at student government. Join the staff of our campus newspaper. What's it going to be?

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Whether your plan is to take classes and transfer to a four-year university or enter one of our career programs designed to get you into the workforce right away, Rock Valley College has what you are looking for. Select from one of our more than 60 transfer areas or more than 20 career programs.

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At Rock Valley College, you're not just a number. Our highly respected faculty have master's degrees, doctorates and real-world experience. You won't be competing for attention in a huge lecture hall. Our average class size is 21, so you'll get a chance to interact, challenge and be challenged by your instructors.

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The Estelle M. Black Library at Rock Valley College features nearly 75,000 volumes and more than 650 periodicals, and access to the interlibrary loan system. It also features spaces for individual and group study, and if you get thirsty, there's a coffee shop in the lobby!

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Aviation Maintenance Technology

engine turbineDegree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 81 credits

Program contacts: Division of Technical Programs Office, (815) 921-3000 or Aviation Maintenance Technology program, (815) 921-3014

 



Program overview

Federally-licensed graduates of this program are prepared to assume positions as airline or general aviation engine and/or airframe mechanics. The program is certified to provide approved instruction leading to FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate examinations. Currently, 2,000 hours of instruction are offered in the areas of airframe and powerplant, which translates to 11 months of instruction in each year of the two-year program.

Work and employment

In addition to the general aviation engine and/or airframe mechanic, graduates have also found work in other job-related areas, such as sheet metal construction and repair, reciprocating and turbine engine repair and overhaul, engine accessory overhaul and repair, air conditioning systems, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems maintenance.

Transfer opportunities

The program provides the first two years of a baccalaureate program for those who wish to pursue a four-year degree. Graduates also receive preferential admission status when they apply to the B.S. in Aviation Management or Aviation Technologies programs at Northern Illinois University and/or Southern Illinois University.

Previous College Credit

The RVC/AVM program does not accept transfer credits for aviation courses completed at any other institution.

Applying for the program

A special application is required for admission to the program. Students are urged to apply as soon as possible prior to the fall term in which they wish to enroll. Contact the program office for an application.

Certificates available
–    Aviation Maintenance
–    Airframe Technician
–    Powerplant Technician

Aviation Maintenance Course Requirements:        (75 credits)
    AVM    101    Materials and Processes            (3)
    AVM    102    Basic Electricity                (3)
    AVM    103    Aviation Mathematics and Physics        (2)
    AVM    104    Records and Publications            (3)
    AVM    105    Aircraft Drawing-Weight and Balance    (3)
    AVM    106    Cleaning and Corrosion Control        (3)
    AVM    160    Fuel and Lubrication Systems        (6)
    AVM    161    Engine Support Systems            (3)
    AVM    162    Basic Powerplants                (6)
    AVM    163    Ignition Systems                (3)
    AVM    164    Advanced Powerplants            (6)
    AVM    165    Engine Electrical Systems            (2)
    AVM    166    Propeller Systems                (3)
    AVM    241    Aircraft Finishing and Covering        (3)
    AVM    242    Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems        (2)
    AVM    243    Aircraft Welding                (1)
    AVM    244    Aircraft Auxiliary Systems            (1)
    AVM    245    Aircraft Electrical Systems        (3)
    AVM    246    Aircraft Instruments and Communication Systems            (2)
    AVM    247    Aircraft Metal Structures            (6)
    AVM    248    Hydraulic and Pneumatic Control Systems    (3)
    AVM    249    Aircraft Fuel Systems            (1)
    AVM    250    Assembly and Rigging            (3)
    AVM    251    Landing Gear Systems            (2)
    AVM    252    Airframe Inspection                (2)

General Education Course Requirements:            (6 credits)
*    ENG    101    Composition I                    (3)
*    ENG    110    Introductory Technical Writing or
*    SPH    131    Fundamentals of Speech or
*    ENG    103    Composition II, or
      SPH    141    Business and Professional Speech        (3)

*Course has a prerequisite—refer to course descriptions.