what classes do i take in college for airplane mechanics?

Answer 1

Kenneth has an excellent point. Its an option to seriously explore. Use this link to find the relevant MOS (military occupation specialty) codes http://www.faa.gov/mechanics/become/military/

But to answer you question specifically, college may not be the place to get prepared to be an airplane mechanic (though some colleges may offer this training). Aircraft mechanics falls into the realm of vocational training...more the realm of community colleges, vocational (trade schools), and private schools.

So, here are some links to some authoritative sites on the subject:
FAA Basic Requirements to Become an Aircraft Mechanic
http://www.faa.gov/mechanics/become/basic/

Become a Mechanic
http://www.faa.gov/mechanics/become/

Aircraft Mechanics
http://www.careerprospects.org/briefs/A-D/AircraftMechs.shtml

How to Become an Aircraft Mechanic
http://www.educationcenteronline.org/articles/Trade-Schools/how-to-become-an-aircraft-mechanic.html

Use this link to find schools near you
http://av-info.faa.gov/MaintenanceSchool.asp

Hope this helps you. Best wishes in your pursuits.

Answer 2

The best advice I can give you is this: Join the military! Whether it be the Air Force or the Navy, it doesn't matter.

They will train you. You will get hands-on experiance. You can be out in 4 years, and enter the private sector with a great background, and a G.I. Bill to help pay for any other schooling.

I loved my time in the Navy. At least keep an open mind, as another option.