Advanced Aviation Sheet Metal

This 124-hour program will take a thorough look at the following aviation sheet metal fabrication skills:

• Corrosion Control
• Positive Tool Control
• Foreign Object Damage
• Flight Line and shop safety
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Sheet Metal hand tools safety and use
• Fuselage stations
• Sheet metal power tools safety and use
• Micrometer care and readings
• Aircraft hardware identification and use
• Proper installation and removal of solid rivets and blind fasteners
• Sheet metal repair

Training includes the opportunity to take the Career Readiness Certification exam and receive bronze, silver, or gold certification. The course will be taught by lecture and hands-on skills lab training on college-owned aircraft. At the conclusion of the course, you should be competent in the duties assigned to an entry-level Aviation Sheet Metal worker position.

Course Requirements

You are responsible for bringing the following to class:

• 3-ring binder with paper
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Shoes that fully cover the foot
• Cut-resistant gloves