The online Composites Maintenance Technology course, offered through the National Center for Aviation Training, will be offered again beginning May 3.
This course is offered in conjunction with Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research and the Wichita Area Technical College. The eight-week course will focus on critical composite materials maintenance and repair safety issues.
Discussion boards are an essential part of the eight-week course and involve experts in the field of composites maintenance. The current course, now in its sixth week, includes the following discussion leaders:
• Peter Smith, Boeing Technical Fellow (retired) with over 50 years of experience in the aerospace industry with focus on stress analysis and composites repair
• Eric Chesmar, Senior Staff Engineer, Component Technical Services – Structures, United Airlines
• Todd Herrington, Principal Engineer (composites) - Delta Airlines
• Hank Offermann, former FAA Engineer with expertise in certification of composite aircraft
The course will be instructed by Charles Seaton, who has more than 30 years of industry experience in composites design and manufacturing. In addition, discussion leaders of a caliber similar to those in the current course will be involved to bring real-world expertise to the discussions.
Prior students have noted that the involvement of experienced practitioners in online discussions brings practical industry perspectives to the class, enriching the learning experience in a unique way. Students participate in these discussions at their own convenience, and at a time which they individually select.
For full details on the online course, visit the NIAR website www.niar.wichita.edu/media/webcourse.asp. To enroll, visit the registration site. Contact Laura Rhoades, NIAR communication coordinator, at 316-978-3873 with questions.
