Aviation Manufacturing Quick Careers Program (AMQCP): Structures Assembly
The Structures Assembly program prepares students to assemble key aircraft structures using precision techniques and industry standards. Training covers assembly processes, fastening systems, and quality control methods essential for aircraft manufacturing.
Structures Assembly Programs
Introduction to Structures (Prerequisite to Structures Assembly course)
This initial course provides an overview of the basics of sheet metal manufacturing techniques, learning to assemble, dismantle, and fabricate aluminum component parts.
The course features a brief outline of the common materials used in aviation and manufacturing to include an understanding of safety, corrosion, the use of common hand and power tools, interpreting engineering drawings, installation and removal of structural fasteners, understanding precision instruments, and other common manufacturing techniques.
Structures Assembly
This course provides students with online and practical elements specializing in assembling and dismantling structural component parts commonly used in the aviation and manufacturing industries.
The course will enhance previous knowledge and introduce many practical structural metallic fabrication techniques produced with local technical data. Supported with the knowledge gained from previous courses, a successful graduate is more readily prepared to face the many challenges presented in the structures environment.
| Course Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Structures | $188.00 |
| Structures Assembly | $188.00 |
Self-paying students may register immediately.
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVI-3009-B06 | Intro to Structures | 01/12 – 02/09/2026 | M-F | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Aviation II Bldg | 124 | Register Now |
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AVI-3009-B08 |
Intro to Structures | 4/27 - 5/22/26 | M-F | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Aviation II Bldg | 126 | Register Now |
Why Choose GTCC’s Structures Assembly Program?
Why Choose GTCC's Structures Assembly Program?
- Assembly-Focused Training for aircraft manufacturing roles.
- Hands-On Experience with real aircraft assembly processes.
- Direct Path to Manufacturing Careers in aviation.
- Cost
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for assembly technician roles with employers including:
- Boeing
- HondaJet
- Honda Aircraft Company
- AAR
- Piedmont Aviation
- Marshall Aerospace
- SpaceX
- JetZero
- Any MRO or aircraft manufacturer
Program Length & Credentials
- Certificate program
- Program length: 6-8 months
Workforce Training Scholarships
GTCC offers a variety of scholarship opportunities. Complete the Workforce Continuing Education scholarship application and let GTCC help you find the best scholarship opportunity for you.
Which courses should I take?
Click your experience level to find out.If you are just beginning your journey in aviation, here's how you get started.
Take classes in this order:
- Introduction to Structures
- Structures Assembly
- Structural Repair
- Composite Technology
If you're a working aviation professional or someone who has spent time in the industry, any of these courses are for you.
- Structures Assembly
- Structural Repair
- Composite Technology
If you're not sure, don't worry. Reach out to us, and we'll help you figure out your pathway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Although the course is not a guarantee of employment, to date, the majority of our graduates are currently successfully employed as Aircraft Assembly Technicians contributing to the manufacture and assembly of new aircraft.
The skills obtained are also transferable to many other types of employment within the Manufacturing and Aviation arena, and we continue to seek many opportunities of employment for our graduates.
$12-$23 per hour plus benefits for entry-level employees.
Local business and industry partners include Honda Aircraft Co., AAR, Cabin Solutions, and externally, Boeing. Typically, several potential employers visit the class before graduation and are ready to hire students upon their completion of the class.
We have all the tools necessary, and you are not permitted to use any personal tools in class. If you choose aircraft maintenance instead of manufacturing as your career path, you may want to consider investing in quality tools. We will provide you with a list of recommended tools.
There are many opportunities for sponsorships and scholarships to cover the cost of the courses
We suggest your start with our Workforce Training Scholarships application for support. Once you complete the application, you will be contacted about funding and options.
For example, this program qualifies for the Metallica Scholarship program, and you will be considered for the scholarship once you've completed this application.
Our address is 819 Radar Road, Greensboro, NC 27410. We are at the Greensboro Airport across from Honda Aircraft Co. and HAECO.
The traditional face-to-face class is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday. The online work requires set goals to be completed at set intervals and permitted to be conducted at any location.
The three-week Introduction to Structures class gives you basic familiarization of aircraft systems and materials. The Core Skills online section continues for four weeks and is completed mostly at your convenience in your home. The eight-week Structures Assembly class is in our lab and includes completing various sheet metal and composites projects. Class hours are 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Credits awarded from completion of the AMQCP Structures Program may be transferred to the Aerostructure Manufacturing and Repair Technology program. Shifts at most companies around the airport complement GTCC’s Aviation Programs. Several companies offer tuition reimbursement as a benefit in support of further education.
You may be eligible for scholarships when taking this training program. Each scholarship has time-sensitive application deadline. Click on the link below to learn if you might meet the requirements for one of these scholarships.
- SECU (State Employees' Credit Union) Continuing Education Scholarship
- Golden Leaf Scholarship Application
- Corporate and Continuing Education Scholarship
These scholarships, if awarded to you, will cover tuition first and then may cover other course-related expenses. Once your application is received, you will be notified by email if it is granted and the amount provided.