Aircraft Electronics is an Associate Degree program offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Oshkosh, WI. Tuition is $11,600 total.
Program Overview
- Please Note: We are currently not accepting applications for the Aircraft Electronics program. Applications will be closed through at least 2026. You may sign up for updates below.* **
If you love airplanes and electronics, this is the degree program for you. As an aircraft electrician, you'll install, inspect, test, repair, and align communication, navigation and flight control systems. You’ll learn the theory and practice of avionics and gain the skills necessary for a career as an entry-level avionics technician. Spend more than half of your time in hands-on experience with modern avionic systems and associated test equipment. When you're done, you'll be ready for certification by the National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies. Once you earn the Aircraft Electronics degree, with only one additional year of instruction, you can also complete the Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics program. (Transfer students, please see Additional Information tab below for FAA requirements.)
- Due to program demand, licensure and certification requirements, and Wisconsin laws relating to residency, this program is currently not accepting out-of-state applicants. Learn more about [professional licensure](www.fvtc.edu/about-us/facts/student-consumer-information/professional-licensure-and-certification-disclosure) or details about [program demand and waitlists](https://www.fvtc.edu/admissions/high-demand-programs).* **
School Information
Campus
Career Opportunities
- Avionics Systems Installation Technician
- Avionics Systems Repair Technician
- Quality Assurance Technician
Admissions Requirements
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR Accuplacer to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at
www.fvtc.edu/Assessment
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Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Studies | 44 |
| General Studies | 18 |
| Electives | 2 |
Program total: 64 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $11,600 based on current tuition and fees, plus $2,440 additional materials and supplies and $1,795 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.