NCATT AET Exam Guide: Domains, Eligibility & How VR Training Maps
If you are comparing options for NCATT AET certification training online, you eventually hit the same questions: what does the ASTM / NCATT AET exam actually cover, who can sit for it, and how does a 15-week online + VR program map to those topics? This guide answers those questions with public SpaceTEC / ASTM NCATT facts and live ImmerseLearn program details - then shows how VR labs and LMS coursework support exam readiness.
Quick distinction (important): Finishing a training program's certificate of completion or proctored program final is not the same as earning the Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) credential. The AET title comes from passing the ASTM NCATT AET exam administered through SpaceTEC Partners. Always confirm current rules on SpaceTEC's ASTM NCATT certifications page and the public AET Study Guide PDF.
Note: Other aviation credentials exist (for example pathways outside ASTM NCATT AET). This article focuses on the NCATT AET path ImmerseLearn prepares students to pursue - not AEA CAET, FAA A&P / Part 147 mechanic school, FCC GROL, or Navy Aviation Electronics Technician rating paths as the main focus.
For live enrollment details, cost, and what's included, use the Aircraft Electronics Technician program page.
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What is the NCATT AET exam?
The NCATT AET exam is the Aircraft Electronics Technician certification exam under the ASTM NCATT program. ASTM absorbed the former NCATT aviation technician certification products; SpaceTEC Partners administers the written exams. Passing shows employers you have demonstrated foundational aerospace electronics knowledge aligned to the NCATT AET standard.
Aircraft electronics / avionics support work commonly involves skills such as:
- DC and AC electrical fundamentals, Ohm's Law, and basic circuit measurements
- Passive components, fault isolation, and multimeter use
- Analog and digital electronics concepts used in aircraft systems
- Aviation safety, ESD / FOD awareness, corrosion control, and wiring practices
- Structured troubleshooting and maintenance-oriented documentation habits
(Role examples summarized from public NCATT AET study materials and ImmerseLearn program topics - employer scope varies.)
In short: if your goal is Aircraft Electronics Technician certification under ASTM NCATT, AET is the exam name and the credential you earn when you pass.
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Who the NCATT AET exam is for
This exam is typically a fit if you:
- Want entry-level aircraft electronics, avionics, or aviation maintenance support roles
- Prefer an industry ASTM NCATT AET credential administered through SpaceTEC
- Are completing (or planning) structured AET training - or studying the public standard / study guide on your own
- Need a clear map of AET exam domains before you schedule
It is not a substitute for checking employer requirements, and it is not the same credential as an FAA mechanic certificate, an AEA CAET path, or an FCC GROL license. Certification and workplace rules can both matter; when in doubt, check SpaceTEC / ASTM NCATT and the employer hiring for the role you want.
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NCATT AET eligibility overview
SpaceTEC's public ASTM NCATT FAQ states that ASTM NCATT certification exams are open to all individuals regardless of age, career field, training, education, or experience. Remote proctoring is described as an option (computer with webcam and microphone required). Confirm current scheduling and delivery rules with SpaceTEC / Credential Testing Services before you test.
Official references:
Important: Completing ImmerseLearn training supports sitting for the NCATT AET exam as part of the program path described on the live program page. ImmerseLearn does not issue the ASTM NCATT AET credential itself. A program certificate of completion is not the ASTM NCATT AET credential until you pass the NCATT AET exam. Treat SpaceTEC's current candidate instructions as the authority for exam rules and eligibility.
ImmerseLearn's live program page also states no prior aviation or electronics experience is required to enroll in the training program - that is an enrollment prerequisite for the school program, separate from SpaceTEC's open exam eligibility language.
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Exam format and content domains
Format (public SpaceTEC facts)
SpaceTEC's ASTM NCATT page describes the AET exam as follows (confirm live before you schedule):
| Element | Detail |
| Questions | 90 |
| Passing score | 73% |
| Item type | Multiple choice (as described in common public AET exam materials) |
| Delivery | Testing centers and remote proctoring options (confirm with SpaceTEC / CTS) |
| Endorsements | Separate exams (ANS, DNS, OCS, RCS, AEIT) - available only after you pass AET |
| Renewal | ASTM NCATT certifications renew every 5 years (policy described on SpaceTEC) |
(Source: SpaceTEC ASTM NCATT certifications)
Exam fee note: Standalone NCATT exam published prices vary and belong on SpaceTEC / CTS fee pages. Confirm fees on those official sources rather than third-party blogs. On ImmerseLearn's Aircraft Electronics Technician page, the NCATT AET exam is included with the program (students sit for it as part of the pathway - confirm current package language before you enroll).
Content domains (public study-guide sections)
The public NCATT AET Study Guide organizes review around four broad sections and states there are 34 foundational standard areas in the AET standard. SpaceTEC does not publish percentage weights for each section on the public certifications page, so this guide lists the four sections without assigning percentage weights.
| Section | Focus (high level) |
| I. Introductory and General Requirements | DC/AC basics, circuit theory, measurements, components, analog/digital fundamentals |
| II. Common Maintenance Practices | Hazards / safety, hazardous materials, FOD prevention, technical publications |
| III. Fundamentals of On-Equipment Maintenance | Tools, ESD handling, corrosion control, safety devices, aircraft wiring, test equipment |
| IV. Aircraft Fundamentals | Aircraft structures / systems orientation and related fundamentals (per study guide) |
(Source: public AET Study Guide PDF - orientation only. This guide summarizes publicly useful exam-prep framing and is not a substitute for, and does not reproduce, the official ASTM / NCATT standard text.)
Prep implication: Expect questions across electrical fundamentals and aviation maintenance practices (safety, publications, wiring, ESD/FOD). Memorizing only Ohm's Law without hangar / maintenance context leaves gaps.
After you pass: endorsements and renewal basics
After you pass AET, SpaceTEC lists endorsement exams such as ANS, DNS, OCS, RCS, and AEIT. Endorsements are separate products - ImmerseLearn's live AET program page does not sell endorsement packages as the main offer. ASTM NCATT certifications are described as renewing every 5 years; confirm current renewal steps on SpaceTEC.
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How ImmerseLearn VR + LMS maps to AET domains
Video-only study often may not match the pace of wiring, multimeter work, or hangar-style workflows. Training that connects domain knowledge to repeated practice can make AET topics feel familiar instead of abstract.
ImmerseLearn's online Aircraft Electronics Technician program is built around that idea: immersive VR simulations (headset included on the VR track), 15 weeks of training, LMS access, career services and job placement support, and a path to sit for the NCATT AET exam after successful program completion (per the live program page).
Domain-to-practice map (high level)
| NCATT AET focus (study-guide sections) | How VR + LMS practice helps |
| Introductory / general electronics (DC/AC, circuits, components, digital logic) | LMS modules on electrical fundamentals + VR multimeter, circuit, and component practice |
| Common maintenance practices (safety, ESD/FOD, publications) | Coursework on aviation safety, FOD, ESD, corrosion control; reinforce with scenario-style VR workflows |
| On-equipment maintenance (tools, wiring, test equipment) | VR labs for hangar walkthroughs, wire harness inspection, connector assembly, battery inspection |
| Aircraft fundamentals / systems orientation | Aircraft familiarization, cockpit avionics familiarization, and systems overview modules |
Live program module themes that align with those domains include aircraft familiarization; DC/AC fundamentals and multimeter operations; passive components and fault isolation; analog circuits and digital logic; and aviation safety, wiring, avionics fundamentals, and structured troubleshooting (per the program page).
Program final vs NCATT AET - do not conflate them
| ImmerseLearn program final | NCATT AET exam | |
| Purpose | Program completion / readiness checkpoint | Industry certification credential (AET) |
| Format (as listed) | Remotely proctored by MonitorEDU (per program page) | 90 questions, 73% passing (per SpaceTEC) |
| Outcome | Successful completion supports finishing the program and readiness to sit for NCATT AET | Passing awards ASTM NCATT AET via SpaceTEC administration |
Certification process on the live program page:
- Complete Aircraft Electronics Technician coursework online through the LMS
- Practice through immersive VR simulation labs
- Finish required coursework, simulations, and assessments
- Pass the ImmerseLearn Aircraft Electronics Technician final exam (MonitorEDU remote proctor)
- Sit for the NCATT AET exam as part of the program
- Work with Career Services as you pursue employment opportunities
Passing your training program's proctored final is an important milestone. Earning AET still requires passing the NCATT AET exam after program completion.
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Enrollment package (live program facts)
When you enroll in ImmerseLearn's NCATT AET Certification Training (VR track package as listed on the program page), highlights include:
- VR headset shipped for immersive aviation VR SIM labs
- 25+ VR simulations (hangar walkthroughs, multimeter ops, wiring, cockpit familiarization, and more)
- LMS access for flexible, self-paced lessons and assessments
- 15 weeks of structured training
- NCATT AET exam included - students sit for the exam as part of the program (confirm live package language)
- Weekly student support touchpoints and 24/7 technical help for headset / learning access
- Career services and job placement support after you complete the program and pass your certification path
The list above matches the VR Program package (headset + simulations). The program page also offers a Non-VR / without VR track - see Program cost below for the different published prices.
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Career services and job placement after you graduate
Career services and job placement support are a core ImmerseLearn feature - not an add-on and not the same as an exam voucher. After you successfully finish training and sit for your certification exam path, the Career Services team works with graduates on the path into employment.
Support described on the Aircraft Electronics Technician and Career Services pages typically includes:
- Resume development and review tailored for aviation electronics / avionics roles
- Interview preparation and career coaching (including mock interviews)
- Job placement support and employer connections through the aviation / aerospace partner network
- Ongoing placement assistance framed as support until you get hired (as stated on the program page)
That is how outcomes are framed: VR labs and exam prep get you ready; Career Services stays with you as you move into aircraft electronics and avionics support roles. Ask about career services and job placement when you enroll so the plan is clear from day one.
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Program cost (VR and Non-VR)
The Aircraft Electronics Technician page lists two enrollment tracks with different pricing: a VR Program (headset included) and a Non-VR / without VR option. Use the live payment plans section on the program page to compare them.
VR Program - VR headset shipped at enrollment (published payment plans):
- Option 1 total: $3,800 (6 months; also the headline VR package cost on the page)
- Option 2 total: $4,200 (12 months)
- Option 3 total: $4,400 (15 months)
- Down payment: $650 on published VR payment plans
- Bi-weekly payments available under each published VR option
Non-VR / without VR - published headline option:
- Total: $2,200 without VR (as listed on the program page)
- Headset: not included on the without-VR option
If you need the latest plan breakdown or any promotional detail not listed here, check the Aircraft Electronics Technician page or speak with enrollment. Use only the installment amounts shown on the live program page.
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Certificate of completion vs NCATT AET
Keep these ideas separate:
- ImmerseLearn certificate of completion - earned when you successfully finish the training program (including the program's proctored final). It is not the ASTM NCATT AET credential.
- NCATT AET credential - earned when you pass the ASTM NCATT AET exam administered through SpaceTEC.
- Other aviation credentials - FAA A&P, AEA CAET, FCC GROL, and military ratings are different pathways. This article does not treat them as substitutes for NCATT AET.
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Who this path fits
This NCATT AET-focused path is a practical fit if you:
- Are starting or changing into aircraft electronics / avionics support without needing an FAA A&P school as your first step
- Want NCATT AET certification training online with hands-on VR practice (or a without-VR track if that fits your budget and learning style)
- Prefer a clear domains map before you schedule the industry exam
- Value career services and job placement support after graduation
It may not be the right main path if you specifically need an FAA A&P / Part 147 mechanic school, an AEA CAET pathway, an FCC GROL license track, or a Navy Aviation Electronics Technician enlistment path - those are different credentials and career pathways.
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FAQs
Aircraft Electronics Technician - the ASTM NCATT credential administered through SpaceTEC after you pass the AET exam.
SpaceTEC's public page lists 90 questions with a 73% passing score. Confirm current details before you schedule.
The public AET Study Guide groups content into four sections: Introductory and General Requirements; Common Maintenance Practices; Fundamentals of On-Equipment Maintenance; and Aircraft Fundamentals. Official percentage weights are not published on the SpaceTEC certifications page, so they are not listed here.
SpaceTEC states ASTM NCATT certification exams are open to all individuals regardless of age, career field, training, education, or experience. Confirm scheduling and remote-proctoring rules with SpaceTEC / CTS.
No. Successful program completion supports the path to sit for the NCATT AET exam (per the program page). Certification requires passing the NCATT AET exam.
No. A certificate of completion is not the ASTM NCATT AET credential. AET is awarded when you pass the NCATT AET exam.
15 weeks, including online coursework and immersive VR simulations on the VR track (per the live program page).
Published VR plans total $3,800, $4,200, or $4,400 with a $650 down payment. The program page also lists $2,200 without VR. Confirm live totals on the Aircraft Electronics Technician page.
Yes - the live program page states the NCATT AET certification exam is included as part of the program. Students complete training and sit for the exam without coordinating it separately. Confirm current package details before you enroll.
Yes. Career services and job placement support are part of the graduate path. See Career Services and the Career Services section on the program page.
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Next step
Review live cost, exam inclusion, headset options, and enrollment details on the Aircraft Electronics Technician program page, then talk with enrollment before you commit.