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The Aerospace Resource Center has currently developed 10 curricula for the aviation and space communities. Information on the individual programs can be found below.

Aviation Sheet Metal Technician
This program consists of three different 80-hour courses - Sheet Metal Fabricator, Assembly Riveter, and Sheet Metal Repair. By taking all three, the student can become a Sheet Metal Technician.

Depending on the job market in various regions, successful completion of one of the 80-hour courses may qualify a student for an entry-level position.

In Jacksonville, for example, local industry can hire entry-level Sheet Metal Helpers upon completion of the 80-hour Assembly Riveter course.

The program and courses consists of various individual modules - such as Blueprint Reading - that can also be taught as stand-alone classes on an as-needed basis.

To view a copy of the complete Sheet Metal Technician program outline, click here.

Overview of Structural Composites I
This 16-hour class provides a basic overview of composites technologies and their uses including aerospace, aviation, and other industries such as boat and automobile manufacturing.

Students will also complete a short, hands-on, lab exercise where they fabricate a clipboard using fiberglass and resin with basic wet lay-up and vacuum bagging techniques.

To see a copy of the Overview of Composite Technologies course outline, click here.

Overview of Structural Composites II
This 16-hour class provides a follow-up to the Overview of Structural Composites I class, giving students the opportunity to work with carbon-fiber construction as well as inspection and repair of damage to a composite structure.

Students will also fabricate a sample part using a foam core with wet lay-up and vacuum bagging techniques. This part will then be damaged and students will fabricate a scarf repair.

To see a copy of the Overview of Structural Composites II course outline, click here.

Boeing 757 General Familiarization
This 5-day, 40-hour course provides students with a basic understanding of the layout, systems, and components on the Boeing 757 airliner - including both the PW2000 and RB211 powerplant choices, and is structured to meet the ATA Spec 104 guidelines for Level 1 Gen Fam.

This course is aimed at incumbent workers needing the specific airframe familiarization, as well as entry-level workers seeking to add airframe-specific knowledge to their resume prior to entering the workforce.

To see a copy of the 757 Gen Fam course outline, click here.

Maintenance Human Factors
"Human Factors" is a broad term which can describe working conditions and how humans interact with those conditions, as well as how outside influences can play a role in work effectiveness, quality, and attention to detail.

This course in Maintenance Human Factors examines how conditions and outside influences affect various maintenance tasks and job interactions, studies real-world incidents where Human Factors played a role, and examines various ways to reduce errors and accidents by controlling these factors.

From Line Mechanics to Team Leads, and all the way to Upper Management, this course is offered at various levels depending on the audience. 16- to 40-hour classes are available.

To see a copy of the Maintenance Human Factors course outline, click here.

J-STD-001 Through-Hole Soldering
This is a 16-hour course which provides the theoretical learning, hands-on skill training and required testing needed to obtain a J-STD-001 through-hole soldering (Module 3) certification.

Students will learn the requirements and specifications set forth by J-STD-001, gain the requisite soldering skills through prepared exercises, and learn to inspect their work to ensure compliance with the standard. The class closes with the J-STD-001 Module 2 certification exam and successful completion will give the student an industry recognized certification.

To see a copy of the J-STD-001 Through-Hole Soldering course outline, click here.

Introduction to Non-Destructive Testing
This 16-hour course is designed to provide a high-level overview of the various methods and uses of non-destructive testing in the aerospace industry. Methods discussed include Visual, Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Ultrasound, Eddy Current, and X-ray.

During lab exercises, students will be given the opportunity to perform example inspections using Visual, Dye Penetrant and Magnetic Particle techniques.

To see a copy of the Introduction to NDT course outline, click here.

Principles of Troubleshooting
This 16-hour course is designed to present the student with the theory and logic behind successful troubleshooting procedures.

While many systems include BIT checks that can greatly speed the troubleshooting process, having an understanding of the principles behind troubleshooting complex systems can play a key role where the BIT check falls short. By covering system troubleshooting in general terms, the principles learned here can be applied across numerous systems and components of all types - fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical.

To see a copy of the Principles of Troubleshooting course outline, click here.

Introduction to the Aerospace Industry
This course is suitable (pending curricula review) for college-level credit and is designed to offer interested students a broad overview of both aviation and space operations, manufacture and repair, and applications. This can provide younger students with the knowledge needed to successfully pursue aerospace career goals, or give a solid understanding of the industry and its processes to older students transitioning into the field.

Longer term this course will become a "core" class in a "1+1" model - where students can take "core" courses at their local community college or high school prior to transferring to a college which offers upper-level, specialized classes in the field.

To see a copy of the Introduction to the Aerospace Industry course outline, click here.

Introduction to Fiber Optics
In some applications, fiber optics have taken over the role of copper wires in data transmission. This 16-hour course aims to provide an overview of fiber optic theory, uses, connections and repair.

Students will learn about fiber optic transmission theory, connectorization, splicing, optical link budgets, tests and measurements using power meters and the Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR), and installation. Hands-on laboratory activities will give the student an opportunity to experience cable construction, mechanical and fusion splicing, and test and measurements.

To see a copy of the Introduction to Introduction to Fiber Optics course outline, click here.