Associate of Arts in Aviation Maintenance Technician
Become a Certified Aircraft Mechanic with Liberty’s Associate Degree in Aviation Maintenance
Your college degree should help equip you for not just the career you dream of but also the specific job you desire. If that means becoming a certified aircraft mechanic, let us help! Liberty’s Associate of Arts (AA) in Aviation Maintenance Technician can help prepare you for the specific technical position you want within the vast aviation field.
Not only is aviation a large field, but it’s also a growing one! Within the next 20 years, there will be a worldwide need for over 716,000 new maintenance technicians.* This is a huge gap to fill, and as a nonprofit, Christian university, we want to train the next generation of men and women as Champions for Christ ready to fill the need with integrity and vision.
It’s your time to make a difference. Partner your excitement for aircraft maintenance with our mission to bring Christ into all areas of the workplace. Fulfill the calling God has placed on your life. Earn a degree that takes your goals to the next level with Liberty.
*Boeing, at Pilot and Technician Outlook (viewed online May 5, 2025). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee job growth.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our AA in Aviation Maintenance Technician Degree
Credit for Life and Work Experience
Another great plus at Liberty is the ability to take your experience and have it count toward class credits. You’ve worked hard, and we offer numerous opportunities for you to gain credit hours for the experience or licenses you have.
Already have your Mechanic’s License?
(Aviation Experience Plus)
State-of-the-art Flight Simulators
This program gives you access to state-of-the-art flight simulators, providing a hands-on environment designed to enhance technical proficiency and understanding of aircraft systems.
These simulators can help bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, helping to prepare you to address real-world aviation challenges with confidence.
Hands-on Experience
You can investigate real-world aviation issues in our cutting-edge research lab while pursuing top-line internships with major airlines and aviation companies.
These opportunities provide invaluable industry exposure and the potential to travel worldwide, helping to equip you with practical skills and a global perspective on aviation maintenance.
Prepare for Licensure
The AA in Aviation Maintenance Technician program at Liberty is designed to help prepare you for the FAA’s Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.
This highly sought-after credential demonstrates technical expertise and is valued by employers across the aviation industry, making it a crucial step toward a successful career as an aviation mechanic.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with an Aviation Maintenance Technician Associate Degree?
Liberty University’s Associate of Arts in Aviation Maintenance Technician can help prepare you for the following occupations:
- Airline mechanic
- Aviation maintenance technician
- Licensed aircraft mechanic
- Maintenance manager
- Military aircraft mechanic
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Aviation Maintenance Technician Associate Degree?
Our Associate of Arts in Aviation Maintenance Technician degree is designed to help equip you with the skills and Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license to pursue a job in the growing aviation industry.
As an aviation associate degree student, you can advance in your understanding of how to use mathematics and physics in your maintenance work. Our courses focus on a variety of systems you will need to be familiar with, including aircraft electrical, airframe auxiliary, hydraulic and pneumatic, engine electrical, and propeller systems.
We can provide you with hands-on experience checking and troubleshooting systems as well as making sure you are aware of proper operational and construction components vital to aircraft safety.
Featured Aviation Maintenance Tech Courses
AVMT 202 – Aircraft Electrical Systems
AVMT 208 – Airframe Assembly and Inspection
AVMT 209 – Landing Gear Systems
AVMT 221 – Propeller Systems
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Aeronautics
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Aviation Maintenance Technician Degree?
Pursue an Associate Degree That Equips You for More
Liberty’s Aviation Maintenance Technician program is designed to help prepare you for Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification – a vital license required by most employers in the field.
Credit for Life and Work Experience
Another great plus at Liberty is the ability to count your experience toward class credits. We offer numerous opportunities for you to gain credit hours for the experience or licenses you have. Already Have Your Pilot’s or Mechanic’s License? Check out our Aviation Experience Plus page for more information.
Seamless Path to a Bachelor’s Degree
Liberty offers a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance that flows directly from this associate program. Thanks to transfer credits, you’ll only need to complete around 30 additional credits to graduate with your bachelor’s – helping you stand out and qualify for higher-level positions.
Unlock Your Full Potential
Gain the certification you need to enter the workforce right away, while also opening doors for continued career development when you’re ready to take the next step.
Admissions
How Do You Become an AA in Aviation Maintenance Technician Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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