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Mathematics/Science Division
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AviAtion Science (Flight Curriculum)
The Aviation Science Degree Program consists of the basic degree in aviation science, and electives that allow students to focus on either
a flight curriculum or a management option. Directed Electives from either course of study may be used to fulfill a student’s open Elective
requirements.
The Flight Curriculum of the Aviation Science Program is designed to provide any current pilot or college student with the educational
background and training required to seek a career in aviation as a professional pilot. This is both an academic degree program and a pilot
certification process.
The flight training, simulator training and theory portions of the Flight Curriculum will prepare students to meet the minimum requirements
for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 141 certification for private, commercial, instrument, multi-engine, and flight instructor
ratings for either fixed or rotary wing (helicopter) aircraft.
Prior to enrollment in Flight School courses, applicants must obtain an appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight physical
from an authorized Aviation Medical Examiner. All flight training costs are the responsibility of the student.
The Aviation Science Degree Program can also serve as the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Science for those students
interested in transferring to a four-year institution. Students could pursue a bachelor’s degree in one of several standard aviation majors:
Aviation Management, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Electronics, Aviation Maintenance, and Aviation Computer Science
Note: The Program consists of twenty-four (24) credit hours of aviation specific specialty courses, 18 credits of which require training
specifically designed to enable students to pass FAA Knowledge or Flight Tests. Flight courses required to complete the Flight Curriculum
(AVS*H201, 203 and 204) are taught at area flight schools. Students wishing to enroll in the Aviation Science Program should contact the
Aviation Science Coordinator for advisement before beginning the Program.
Common core course listings and definitions appear on pages 48-50. Placement testing will determine the sequencing
of courses. Additional courses may be required. The suggested sequence for full-time students is shown below.
Refer to page 49 for a listing of courses that will satisfy elective requirements.
Course Title Credits
general education total: 25
ENG*H101 Composition 3
ENG*H102 Literature and Composition 3
CoM*H100 Introduction to Communication 3
PSy*H111 General Psychology I 3
MAT*H167 Statistics with Technology 3
PHy*HI2I General Physics I 4
Elective Behavioral or Social Science 3
Elective Arts & Humanities 3
Specialized core total: 22
BMG*H202 Principles of Management 3
AVS*H101 Private Pilot Lecture 3
CSA*H105 Introduction to
Software Applications 3
MAT*H172 College Algebra 3
MAT*H185 Trigonometric Functions 3
PHy*H122 General Physics II 4
MET*H101 Meteorology 3
option/Directed electives total: 15
AVS*H103 Instrument Lecture 3
AVS*H104 Commercial Pilot Lecture 3
AVS*H201 Private Pilot Flight Co-op 3
AVS*H203 Instrument Flight Training Co-op 3
AVS*H204 Commercial Flight Training Co-op 3
open elective total: 6
Any AVS*H course(s) 6
AVS*H108 Certified Flight Instructor and
AVS*H208 Certified Flight Instructor Co-op
are strongly recommended for the helicopter curriculum
total credits 68
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements,
graduates will:
1. Possess private, commercial, and flight instructor certificates
and instrument and multi-engine ratings.
2. Be eligible to apply for employment as a commercial or
corporate pilot or as a flight instructor.
3. Have the necessary background to continue their aviation
science education at a four-year institution.
4. Be able to demonstrate the following fundamental skills
required of all aviators:
a. obtain, analyze, and apply current and forecast
weather data to visual and instrument flight planning
and execution.
b. Perform calculations necessary for safe flight planning
and execution to include wind, aircraft weight
and balance, and fuel consumption.
c. Review and apply aircraft performance characteristics
to ensure safe flight operations.
d. Create and file an appropriate flight plan for any type
of flight.
e. Interpret and use aeronautical charts and publications
applicable to visual and instrument operations.
f. Apply appropriate methods of navigation in order
to complete a flight as planned.
g. Apply basic principles of physical science to aerodynamics
and the performance of aircraft in flight.
h. Evaluate physiological and psychological factors
that affect pilots as they relate to flight hazards and
pilot risk factors.
i. Communicate with other crewmembers as well as
members of the air traffic system in a clear, concise,
and accurate manner.