5 courses with the subject AF, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
AF 312Flight Controls, Landing Gear, and Rotorcraft () (120 contact hours)4.5
This course examines aircraft control surface theory, rigging, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Students also study basic rotary-wing concepts and landing gear systems, including brakes, steering, shock absorption, and anti-skid components, developing proficiency in general aviation aircraft rigging.
AF 313Environmental and Fuel Systems () (120 contact hours)4.5
This course covers the inspection, checking, troubleshooting, service and repair of heating, cooling, air conditioning, pressurization systems, air cycle machines, and fuel systems. The student will learn to inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair oxygen systems. This course also covers the study of various aircraft fire protection, detection, and extinguishing systems. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to understand the operation and repair of aircraft environmental, fuel, and fire protection systems. Catalog/Student Handbook: PIA Pittsburgh Campus 2026-2027 pg 58
AF 421Aircraft Metallic Structures () (120 contact hours)4.5
This course introduces the learner to metal working tools and equipment, the art of forming metal, riveting, and the use of special fasteners. A discussion of bonded structures, and the various properties of metals are also included. This course expands upon the practical aspects of sheet metal construction and repairs. Components are laid out and built by the learner; structural repairs are performed, and the effects of metal fatigue and corrosion are studied.
AF 422Aircraft Non-Metallic Structures () (90 contact hours)3.5
This course focuses on the principles and techniques involved in the construction, inspection, and repair of aviation non-metallic structures. Students will explore materials such as composites, plastics, wood, and fabric, learning their properties, applications, and repair methods. Emphasis is placed on hands-on training in fabricating, bonding, and restoring non-metallic components to meet aviation industry standards for safety and performance.
AF 423Airframe Inspections () (60 contact hours)2.0
This course covers the fundamentals of airframe inspection, including the purposes, requirements and type of inspection, inspection records and suggested methods for performing systematic inspection procedures. The student will be required to perform airframe conformity and airworthiness inspections including 100 hour and annual type. The process will include the proper completion of all of the required records and forms.
