Aviation Studies Minor

Program Description

The Aviation Studies minor provides students with an education in aviation that generates professional commercial pilots who will be able to operate effectively within National and International Airspace Systems in the 21st century. The Aviation Studies minor prepares students for entry-level technical positions in the aviation industry. Students entering this program should have a strong desire to excel in aviation and acquire the skill sets of a professional pilot. This program is designed for those seeking careers including flying single engined planes for: Law Enforcement, Corporate or Charter operations, Cargo and Passenger Airlines, Government Contractors, Survey Pilots, Search and Rescue Operations.

Admission Requirements

Successful completion of term 1 courses, GPA of 2.5 or better, obtain class 1 medical certificate, interview with First Flight check instructors and administration.  Must be United States citizen.

Program Learning Objectives

Students enrolled in the Aviation Studies minor will learn to: 

1. Utilize aviation theory and leadership principles to serve in the capacity of a corporate professional pilot. 
2. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of flight standards and application of aviation philosophies when acting as a professional pilot in command. 
3. Apply principles in operational, simulated, and problem-solving scenarios. 
4. Discuss all professional pilot career fields and how to achieve marketability for job placement within a selected field (e.g. cargo, corporate, military).

Program Learning Outcomes

As a result of their learning experience, completers of the Aviation Studies minor can: 

1. Utilize aviation theory and leadership principles to serve in the capacity of a corporate professional pilot. 
2. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of flight standards and application of aviation philosophies when acting as a professional pilot in command. 
3. Apply principles in operational, simulated, and problem-solving scenarios. 
4. Discuss all professional pilot career fields and how to achieve marketability for job placement within a selected field (e.g. cargo, corporate, military).

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