Av Sht Metal Fundamentals-Adv

This Aviation Sheet Metal course provides comprehensive training in aircraft structural fabrication and repair, progressing from foundational skills to advanced techniques used in aviation maintenance and repair operations. Designed for individuals seeking entry-level through advanced competency, the course emphasizes safety, precision, and industry best practices aligned with Department of Defense and FAA-regulated environments.Students develop hands-on proficiency in corrosion control, positive tool control, foreign object damage (FOD) prevention, flight line and shop safety, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Instruction includes safe operation of sheet metal hand and power tools; precision measurement and micrometer care; aircraft hardware identification; basic metallurgy; and proper installation and removal of solid rivets and blind fasteners.Technical coursework covers fuselage stations and structural components (fuselage, wings, and flight controls), blueprint reading, aerodynamics fundamentals, aluminum alloys and temper designations, forming and fabrication methods, rivet layout requirements, and use of aircraft structural repair manuals. Students complete hands-on fabrication and repair projects using college-owned aircraft and structural mock-ups in a controlled lab environment.Training combines classroom instruction with intensive skills-lab application to ensure job-ready competency. Students also earn OSHA 10 General Industry Certification, demonstrating foundational knowledge of workplace safety standards and strengthening employability in regulated aviation and industrial settings.Upon successful completion, students will be prepared to perform the duties of an entry-level Aviation Sheet Metal Technician. Graduates possess highly marketable skills in demand at Department of Defense installations, aviation repair stations, and aerospace manufacturing facilities. Prerequisites: None