Bachelor of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (2.5+2)

Program Overview

The aviation business is dynamic, integrated, automated, and complex. Providing a safe, reliable, and best-in-class service has become a strategic issue for air carriers to meet customer requirements and gain a global competitive advantage. Aircraft are crucial assets, and their functional performance directly affects flight safety, fleet performance, operational readiness, and economic sustainability. These factors are vital for achieving operational excellence and maintaining a competitive position in the global aviation market.

Aligning with Kuwait’s Vision 2035, our BSc in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering program is designed to equip participants with the cutting-edge engineering knowledge and expertise needed to meet the evolving demands of aircraft performance and health management in the air transport business, both nationally and internationally. This program emphasizes the highest level of safety, superior fleet performance, and cost minimization, preparing graduates to excel in the global aviation industry.

Curriculum Highlights and Learning Outcomes

Our comprehensive curriculum, designed as a 2+2 program, allows students to earn their BSc in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering within two years after completing the AU School of Aviation’s diploma program, which is approved by the Private Universities Council. The program includes 20 courses, totaling 60 credit hours, distributed across four academic semesters. Key areas of study include:

    • Foundational principles of calculus and statistical methods for engineering applications.
    • Theories and practices of management, with a focus on leadership and organizational behavior in aviation contexts.
    • Essential computer applications and advanced business software relevant to aviation management and operations.
    • Effective communication, technical writing, and presentation skills tailored for aviation professionals.
    • Safety and security principles, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and promote safety in maintenance operations.
    • Study of human factors affecting safety and techniques for error management in aviation.
    • Fundamentals of project planning, execution, and control within the aviation sector.
    • Properties and applications of materials used in aerospace, including material selection and understanding material properties.
    • Principles of reliability engineering, data-driven analytics, and failure management strategies.
    • Analysis of aircraft structures, stress factors, and maintenance measures for structural integrity.
    • Operations and performance analysis of gas turbine engines, with a focus on fault diagnosis and prognosis techniques.
    • Development and optimization of aircraft maintenance programs to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Integrative project that allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world challenges in aircraft maintenance engineering.

By successful completion of the program, graduates will develop skills and competence in:

    • Developing and implementing effective reliability programs using data-driven analytics to monitor and enhance aircraft fleet operational and maintenance performance, , and identify the solutions for refining maintenance schedules to improve fleet reliability and efficiency.
    • Evaluate and revise air carrier maintenance programs to achieve greater effectiveness tailored to specific fleet needs, ensuring compliance with airworthiness, operational, and economic requirements.
    • Develop a deep understanding of aircraft structural health, material degradation processes, and susceptibility to damage to formulate inspection and maintenance measures for aircraft structures.
    • Gain skills to assess engine performance and efficiency by applying principles of thermal physics and thermodynamics. In turn they will gain understanding of engine condition trends monitoring for detecting potential failures and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
    • Develop strategic thinking abilities necessary for effective maintenance project planning and scheduling to reduce turnaround time and maximize fleet availability.
    • Acquire leadership skills tailored to maintenance engineering teams and crews to lead projects, and drive productivity while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
    • Apply safety regulations and compliance standards in maintenance operations. Excel at conducting risk assessments and implementing safety measures to mitigate hazards associated with aircraft maintenance.
    • Communicate complex technical and safety-related information to stakeholders, including manufacturers, corporate management, regulatory bodies, and maintenance teams, ensuring clarity and efficient information flow.
    • Make effective decisions, demonstrate strong teamwork skills, and understand the global, ethical, and social implications of the aviation industry and engineering profession.
    • Cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, preparing to adapt to evolving technologies and environmental/sustainability considerations in aircraft maintenance.
    • Competently pursue higher education or entrepreneurship to further enhance expertise and career prospects.
    • Recognize the impact of aircraft maintenance engineering expertise in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
Overview

Our comprehensive curriculum, designed as a 2+2 program, allows students to earn their BSc in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering within two years after completing the AU School of Aviation’s diploma program, which is approved by the Private Universities Council. The program includes 20 courses, totaling 60 credit hours, distributed across four academic semesters. Key areas of study include:

    • Foundational principles of calculus and statistical methods for engineering applications.
    • Theories and practices of management, with a focus on leadership and organizational behavior in aviation contexts.
    • Essential computer applications and advanced business software relevant to aviation management and operations.
    • Effective communication, technical writing, and presentation skills tailored for aviation professionals.
    • Safety and security principles, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and promote safety in maintenance operations.
    • Study of human factors affecting safety and techniques for error management in aviation.
    • Fundamentals of project planning, execution, and control within the aviation sector.
    • Properties and applications of materials used in aerospace, including material selection and understanding material properties.
    • Principles of reliability engineering, data-driven analytics, and failure management strategies.
    • Analysis of aircraft structures, stress factors, and maintenance measures for structural integrity.
    • Operations and performance analysis of gas turbine engines, with a focus on fault diagnosis and prognosis techniques.
    • Development and optimization of aircraft maintenance programs to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Integrative project that allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world challenges in aircraft maintenance engineering.
Developing Skills

By successful completion of the program, graduates will develop skills and competence in:

    • Developing and implementing effective reliability programs using data-driven analytics to monitor and enhance aircraft fleet operational and maintenance performance, , and identify the solutions for refining maintenance schedules to improve fleet reliability and efficiency.
    • Evaluate and revise air carrier maintenance programs to achieve greater effectiveness tailored to specific fleet needs, ensuring compliance with airworthiness, operational, and economic requirements.
    • Develop a deep understanding of aircraft structural health, material degradation processes, and susceptibility to damage to formulate inspection and maintenance measures for aircraft structures.
    • Gain skills to assess engine performance and efficiency by applying principles of thermal physics and thermodynamics. In turn they will gain understanding of engine condition trends monitoring for detecting potential failures and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
    • Develop strategic thinking abilities necessary for effective maintenance project planning and scheduling to reduce turnaround time and maximize fleet availability.
    • Acquire leadership skills tailored to maintenance engineering teams and crews to lead projects, and drive productivity while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
    • Apply safety regulations and compliance standards in maintenance operations. Excel at conducting risk assessments and implementing safety measures to mitigate hazards associated with aircraft maintenance.
    • Communicate complex technical and safety-related information to stakeholders, including manufacturers, corporate management, regulatory bodies, and maintenance teams, ensuring clarity and efficient information flow.
    • Make effective decisions, demonstrate strong teamwork skills, and understand the global, ethical, and social implications of the aviation industry and engineering profession.
    • Cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, preparing to adapt to evolving technologies and environmental/sustainability considerations in aircraft maintenance.
    • Competently pursue higher education or entrepreneurship to further enhance expertise and career prospects.
    • Recognize the impact of aircraft maintenance engineering expertise in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
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