Aircraft Mechanic Program

The aircraft mechanic program at San Diego Miramar College prepares students for careers in aircraft inspections, aircraft maintenance, and avionics. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all aircraft components other than engines, propellers, avionics, and instruments. Program courses include: layout and fabrication of sheet metal and other materials into structural members, parts, and fittings, and replacement of damaged or worn parts such as control cables and hydraulic units. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer aircraft mechanic program.

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San Diego Miramar College

7250 Mesa College Dr, San Diego, CA

Were you aware that people who have an Associate degree earn on average $8,000 more than high school graduates? San Diego Miramar College is an excellent choice for starting your education. If your goal is to increase your earning potential, then a degree from San Diego Miramar College is an excellent place to start. Technical as well as academic degree programs are offered. The college has established transfer agreements with the University of California and other universities.

San Diego Miramar College is located on a Mira Mesa/Scripps ranch suburban area of San Diego along the I-15 corridor. The area is very safe and beautiful. Originally, it was used to train police officers and firefighters. The college now offers over 120 programs.

San Diego Miramar College offers outstanding degree programs in Administration of Justice, Art, Automotive Technology, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Aviation Operations, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Child Development, Diesel Technology, English, Exercise Science and many other fields. At San Diego Miramar College you will get an outstanding education without spending a lot. Tuition is only $46 per unit.

Many outstanding services are available to students. The school offers health care and child care. Veterans are welcome at San Diego Miramar College. The college is approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education and the Department of Veteran Affairs Regional Office.

The college fields athletic teams in several sports. San Diego Miramar College has an outstanding basketball, soccer, and men’s and women’s water polo team.

Students Enrolled in the Aircraft Mechanic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. San Diego Miramar College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree
• Less Than Four-Year Award

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

Description

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Includes helicopter and aircraft engine specialists.

Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers

Description

Assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts of airplanes, space vehicles, or missiles, such as tails, wings, fuselage, bulkheads, stabilizers, landing gear, rigging and control equipment, or heating and ventilating systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, aircraft structure, surfaces, rigging, and systems assemblers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -4.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $43760

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).