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Why Earn the CAPSS Certification?

Professionals who earn the CAPSS certification demonstrate a high standard of proficiency and are equipped to support advanced aerospace power infrastructure, ensuring operational safety and reliability in high-performance electrical systems.

Certified individuals may use the CAPSS designation after their name to reflect their achievement.

Authorized Training and Study Guidelines

While not required, candidates are encouraged to take exam preparation courses offered by third-party training providers that align with Aerospace Technical TSS certification standards. These courses cover the topics included in the exam and help candidates prepare for certification.

Aerospace Technical Recommended Reading & Study Materials:

  • “Spacecraft Power Systems” – Mukund R. Patel, 2nd Edition, Routledge, 2024. (Purchase)

  • “Aircraft Electricity and Electronics” – Thomas K. Eismin, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill (Purchase)

Maintaining Certification

The CAPSS certification is valid for 3 years. To maintain certification, individuals must:

  • Pass a reduced-fee renewal exam, or

  • Provide proof of meaningful work demonstrating ongoing application of certification standards and pay the reduced fee.

Details and reminders are automatically sent to credential holders for their convenience.

Madeleine Johnson https://aerospacetechnical.org
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