Aviation Administration, Associate of Science - Airport Operations Management

Program Overview

This aviation administration program offers four specializations: Aviation Business, Air Traffic Control, Airport Management, and Commercial Pilot. It provides students with the knowledge and skills for careers in aviation, including management, operations, and piloting. The program features internships, experienced faculty, and a focus on real-world applications. Graduates have a high employment rate in the growing aviation industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• This program offers four specializations: Aviation Business (Track A), Air Traffic Control (Track B), Airport Management (Track C), and Commercial Pilot (for VA students) (Track D).

Objectives:

• To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in aviation administration.

Description:

• The Air Traffic Control courses are approved through the FAA’s Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI) program.

Outline:

Program Content:

• Aviation Business (Track A):
Focuses on the business aspects of aviation, including marketing, management, and finance.
• Air Traffic Control (Track B):
Prepares students for a career as an air traffic controller.
• Airport Management (Track C):
Covers the planning, operation, and management of airports.
• Commercial Pilot (Track D):
Prepares students for a career as a commercial pilot.

Structure:

• The program consists of 60 credit hours.
• Students must complete a general education core, as well as program-specific coursework.
• Students may choose to complete an internship.

Course Schedule:

• Courses are offered in a variety of formats, including online, hybrid, and traditional face-to-face.
• Students may take courses part-time or full-time.

Individual Modules:

• General Education Core:
• English Composition
• Mathematics
• Natural Science
• Social Science
• Humanities
• Program-Specific Coursework:
• General Aviation Marketing and Management
• Aeronautical Science
• Navigational Science I
• Computer and Internet Literacy
• Airport Management
• Airline Management
• Airport Planning and Design
• History of Aviation
• Airport Operations Internship
• Aviation Law and Regulations
• Airport and Airline Security
• Aviation Safety
• Elective Courses

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Presentations
• Internships

Assessment Criteria:

• Students are assessed on their knowledge of the course material, their ability to apply that knowledge to real-world situations, and their communication and interpersonal skills.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Group projects
• Simulations
• Case studies

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in the field of aviation.

Unique Approaches:

• The program offers students the opportunity to participate in internships, which provide them with hands-on experience in the field.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Airport manager
• Air traffic controller
• Airline manager
• Commercial pilot
• Aviation safety inspector

Opportunities:

• The aviation industry is growing rapidly, and there is a strong demand for qualified professionals.
• Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for a variety of careers in the field.

Outcomes:

• Graduates of this program have a high rate of employment in the aviation industry.
• Many graduates go on to successful careers in management, operations, and other areas of the field.