Fixed Wing, Aviation Technology (AAS)

Program Overview

The Aviation Technology program with a Fixed Wing emphasis prepares students for FAA certification as Commercial Pilots and Certified Flight Instructors. With a minimum of 66 semester hours, the program includes a core curriculum and two tracks: CFI or Multi-Engine. Graduates develop aeronautical knowledge, flight proficiency skills, and critical thinking for aviation safety.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Aviation Technology program with a Fixed Wing emphasis is designed to prepare students for FAA Certification as a Commercial Pilot with an Instrument Rating, and as a Certified Flight Instructor. The program also offers opportunities to enhance knowledge and expertise in aviation by improving technical skills. Successful completion of the Aviation Technology program can also help prepare AAS students for BS programs in Aviation Technology.

Objectives:

• Prepare students for FAA Certification as a Commercial Pilot with an Instrument Rating.
• Prepare students for FAA Certification as a Certified Flight Instructor.
• Enhance knowledge and expertise in aviation by improving technical skills.
• Prepare AAS students for BS programs in Aviation Technology.

Program Description:

• The program requires a minimum of 66 semester hours.
• At least 40 semester hours must be taken at CMU in no fewer than three semesters.
• Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher for all courses taken.
• The program includes a core curriculum and a choice of two tracks: Track 1 (CFI) or Track 2 (Multi-Engine).
• Additional requirements for admission to this program:
• Must complete all Developmental Education requirements prior to starting the program.
• Submit a copy of your birth certificate to establish U.S Citizenship.
• Complete a flight physical exam with an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner.
• Recommend a second class medical certificate minimum.

Other:

• Graduates of this major will be able to acquire substantial aeronautical knowledge, demonstrate flight proficiency skills, demonstrate strong quantitative literacy skills, and evaluate and implement FAA standards for aviation safety.
• The program uses a FAA Part 141 curriculum.
• Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in specialized knowledge/applied learning, quantitative fluency, communication fluency, critical thinking, personal and social responsibility, and information literacy.