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The Annual Conference: A Venue for Building Partnerships
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By: Amy Kienast, Director of Career Services, MIAT College of Technology & ATEC Conference Planning Committee Chair
More studies and reports are confirming what we already know: the aviation industry is on the verge of a skilled technical personnel shortage. In response to that challenge, this year’s annual conference theme is pipeline development. An entire day of general sessions and networking events will be dedicated to the creation and cultivation of relationships both “upstream” and “downstream,” and ensuring a continuous flow of maintainers to support the next generation of aircraft.
A vital piece of the workforce pipeline will depend on AMTS-employer partnerships. ATEC leadership decided the council had a role to play, and is happy to announce our first-ever Employer Expo. The reception will take place on April 2 from 4:00 to 7:00, in conjunction with our annual conference in Seattle.
The event's purpose is to provide a networking opportunity for educators and recruiters to explore partnership possibilities. For aviation companies, it is a one-stop shop for management and human resource representatives to meet with more than 140 instructors, administrators and career development personnel from A&P schools across the U.S. For AMTS, it means additional avenues and opportunities for students looking for a career in aviation.
The employer expo is included in conference attendee registration. Sponsorship opportunities are available to employers that would like to provide materials on their company and hiring needs. A special thanks to the first two companies to commit support for the event:
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We are excited to provide this opportunity and hope it will facilitate new relationships and ideas. If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to contact me at
AKienast@miat.edu
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Register for the Annual Conference
The council's premier event will take place April 1-3, 2016 in Seattle. Check out the latest agenda and reserve your seat.
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Reserve Exhibitor Space
Exhibitors showcase products and services of interest to the aviation maintenance education community. Space is available starting at $780 for members. Read more.
Pledge Sponsorship
The annual conference would not be possible without generous contributions from our sponsors. There are several opportunities to support the event. Read more.
Nominate Student, Educator of Year
The council is now accepting nominations for the James Reardon Aviation Maintenance Technician Student of the Year Award and the Ivan D. Livi Aviation Maintenance Educator of the Year Award. Nominations are due January 31, 2017.
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Present at the Annual Conference
Each year, ATEC's annual conference provides an opportunity for educators to share success, workshop ideas and otherwise expand the academic horizons of their peers. Abstracts are due Jan. 1.
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Renew Membership
Membership renewals are due Jan. 1. Verify your membership for the new year, and check that "to do" off your list. Read more.
Serve on the Board
Director nominations are open. If you or someone you know is interested in serving on the board of directors, submit a nomination form by March 1.
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Comment on the AMT ACS
The next iteration of the aviation maintenance technician airman certification standard (ACS), which w
ill govern future mechanic knowledge and skill requirements, is available for comment.
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Member Alerts
AMTS Brief Trump Transition Team on Part 147
As part of the STEM Education Coalition, ATEC briefed the new administration on the pending FAA part 147, asking that it proceed as scheduled with the rulemaking, and that the final rule support a competency-based learning system. Read more.
FAA Releases Maintenance Fatigue Guidance
On Dec. 2, 2016 the FAA published AC 120-115, Maintainer Fatigue Risk Management. The purpose of the guidance is to educate the maintenance community on fatigue issues and provide a resource to aid development of risk management systems.
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FAA Seeks Comment on Human Factors Guidance
The FAA released draft AC 120-72A, Maintenance Human Factors Training. The proposal provides a compilation of resources to aid human factors training program development. Comment is due Dec. 30.
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Reduced Rate for IA Refresher Training
AMT Magazine is providing ATEC-member school instructors discounted registration for its upcoming IA refresher training. Students at ATEC-member schools can attend for free.
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Northrop Rice Foundation Scholarship Applications Due Jan. 31
NRF provides financial, equipment, technical book, and tool support to AMT students, instructors, and schools. Several awards are available for 2017. Read more.
Boeing 787-8 Training
NRF and Boeing Flight Services will once again provide 24 scholarships for AMT instructors to attend a one-week 787 general familiarization course at the company’s training facility in Renton, Wash., June 26-30, 2017. Read more.
Aerospace Maintenance Competition Registration Open
The event, scheduled in conjunction with MRO Americas in Orlando, will take place on April 25-26, 2017. Teams representing all sectors of the industry from countries around the world will compete to see who is "the best of the best". Read more.
Introduction to Diesel Engine Technology Seminar
Premier Aircraft Sales and Service, Inc. and Continental Engines will provide a three-day diesel engine maintenance seminar, tailored for ATEC members, at Continental's headquarters in Mobile. Read more.
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Fall 2016 Journal Published
ATEC's peer-reviewed publication is available for download (member password is required). With contributions
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instructors, students and industry practitioners, the journal is a resource for members to share teaching techniques, technologies and research.
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