Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician at Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ
Total Graduates
62
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
89%
55 of 62
Female Graduates
11%
7 of 62
Annual Tuition & Fees
$2,370
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Pima Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Technology AAS Degree | 5% | 100% | 76% | $6,816 |
| Automotive Mechanics - Certificate | 16% | 100% | 72% | $6,083 |
| Aviation Tech: Aircraft Airframe Mechanics-Cert | 46% | 100% | 69% | $6,008 |
| Aviation Tech: Aircraft Powerplant Mechanics-Cert | 68% | 100% | 80% | $8,844 |
| Aviation Tech: Aircraft General Mechanics-Cert | 29% | 100% | 68% | $5,220 |
| Aviation Technology-Aircraft Airframe AAS Concentration | 28% | 100% | 72% | $2,647 |
| Aviation Technology-Aircraft Powerplant AAS Concentration | 28% | 100% | 72% | $2,647 |
| Aviation Technology- Structural Repair AAS Concentration | 28% | 100% | 72% | $2,647 |
| PimaFastTrack: Automotive | 19% | — | — | — |
| Aviation: Part 65- FAA Airframe and Power Plant Exam Prep | 92% | — | — | — |
In the Automotive Technology AAS Degree program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 5% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,816 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Automotive Mechanics - Certificate program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 16% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,083 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Tech: Aircraft Airframe Mechanics-Cert program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 46% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,008 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Tech: Aircraft Powerplant Mechanics-Cert program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 68% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,844 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Tech: Aircraft General Mechanics-Cert program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 29% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,220 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Technology-Aircraft Airframe AAS Concentration program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 28% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $2,647 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Technology-Aircraft Powerplant AAS Concentration program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 28% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $2,647 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Technology- Structural Repair AAS Concentration program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 28% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $2,647 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the PimaFastTrack: Automotive program at Pima Community College, 19% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation: Part 65- FAA Airframe and Power Plant Exam Prep program at Pima Community College, 92% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$78,680
10-Year Job Growth
+4%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
SOC: 49-3011 | $62,944 | +4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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| $49,344 | -14.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$59,010
Peak Salary
$98,350
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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