DPR – PHILIPPINE ACADEMY IN TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCES

 

was established in 1981 by its founder Capt. Daniel P. Rivera, a pioneer military, general aviation, commercial pilot, flight instructor, test pilot, and a businessman. The history of DPR – Philippine Academy in Technology and Sciences (DPR - P.A.T.S.) is rooted to a humble past. Her story is simple yet noble. After thirty-two (32) years of dedicated public service in the field of education, it stood as a proud institution of learning, dedicated to broaden the general aspect of technological education to prepare youth for tomorrow’s competitive world.

 

DPR - PATS course offerings are recognized by the Ministry of Education Culture and Sports (VT-007 s 1990) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Copr No. NTR-1103030081. The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) certifies that PATS is an Aircraft Maintenance School rated for Airframe and Powerplant (ATOC 21-86).

 

Aircraft airframes and  powerplants are available for DPR - PATS students to work on, dismantle, and assemble in the laboratories under the direct supervision of duly licensed personnel. PATS graduates are required to undergo On-the-Job-Training (OJT) with different aviation companies which, the student will choose. This training prepares graduates of PATS for integration into the industry. PATS takes pride that a good number of our graduates have already passed the required examinations with the Aircraft Mechanic Licensure Examination (A&P Ratings), and Aircraft Mechanic Specialist given by the Air Transportation Office.