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University of Phoenix
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University of Phoenix is the largest private university in North America.
One university understands how you live today. And where you want to go tomorrow. University of Phoenix. Thinking ahead.
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The Art Institute Online
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Higher Education
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Higher education is education provided by universities, vocational universities (community colleges, liberal arts colleges, and technical colleges, etc.) and other collegial institutions that award academic degrees, such as career colleges following the completion of a school that provides
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Aviation Programs
If you are thinking of retraining for a new career, why not consider the benefits of following a college training program to become an Aircraft Powerplant Technician? The Bureau of Labor predicts that opportunities should be excellent for Aircraft Technicians (also called Aircraft Powerplant Technologists). There are approximately 200 trade schools offering an educational program certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Your main role as a qualified Aircraft Powerplant Technician would be to inspect aircraft engines and carry out preventive maintenance. Inspections take place at regular intervals based on the number of flight hours the aircraft has traveled, calendar days since the last inspection or a combination of the two. These are strictly controlled and enforced by the FAA. To inspect an engine, you would need to work through specially designed openings while standing on ladders or scaffolds, or use hoists or lifts to remove the entire engine from the craft. After dismantling an engine, you would use precision instruments to measure parts for wear and use x-ray and magnetic inspection equipment to check for invisible cracks. Worn or defective parts are repaired or replaced. An aircraft which is grounded for maintenance is not earning the business any money; you may experience pressure to achieve airworthiness in the shortest possible time. You may find that the time pressure and the obvious need for high standards may lead to very stressful situations.
Professional certification by the FAA is required to work on aircraft engines. However, an equal amount of time spent learning on the job under the close supervision of a qualified Technician can be substituted for the certificate. The FAA requires at least 18 months of work hands-on experience for the equivalent in a Powerplant Technician's Certificate.
Online Aviation Programs
Online Schools and Colleges Featuring Aviation Programs
International Career School
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Get the skills you need to prepare for a new career in one of today's hottest career fields with a diploma or certificate from Penn Foster Career School. Choose from over 80 quality distance education programs in areas like health services, business, legal studies, education, engineering, technology, trade, automotive, creative and design, or high school. Our expert faculty and friendly support staff are dedicated to helping you succeed. |
Vaughn College - Online
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Are you looking to reach the next level of career success? Earn an online degree that employers will respect at Boston University, George Washington University or Norwich University. These well-known schools are renowned for their nationally-ranked programs in a variety of academic fields. Get started today by requesting more information. |
Everglades University - Online
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Everglades University's bachelor's and master's degree programs can be completed in less time than you may think�master's degree programs in as little as 14 months. Our unique class schedule allows students to take one class at a time and complete it in one month. This concentrated approach permits students to focus on each subject and enhance the overall learning experience. In addition, our policy of accepting qualified prior educational experiences places students on a fast track to degree completion. |
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