Aviation Program Brochure - Alamo Colleges

Don’t miss out onan opportunity of a Flight TimeAviation TechnologyNeed More Info?Your Ticket to the FutureThe Aviation Technology Program at Palo Alto College opens the door to the unlimited opportunitiesof the Aviation Industry. Nine out of ten people in aviation have non-flying positions in aviationmanagement and support. Ground personnel manage the businesses, finances and logistics of theAviation Industry. Aviation constitutes 9.7% of the domestic gross national product of the UnitedStates. Job opportunities are abundant.Aviation Technology DepartmentAssociate of Applied ScienceBefore you visit the campus to enroll in an aviation course, you should call the AviationTechnology Office for procedural and course information to make the enrollment processwork smoothly. To arrange for a visit and advisement, call (210) 486-3065 and make an appointment.alamo.edu/pac/AviationThe Alamo Colleges, Equal Opportunity Employers, do not discriminate on the basis of national origin, sex,age, or disability with respect to access, employment programs, or services. Inquiries or complaints shouldbe brought to the attention of: Associate Vice Chancellor of Employee Services, Title IX Coordinator, (210)485-0200. Address: Employee Services Department, 201 W. Sheridan, Bldg. A, San Antonio, Texas 78204. TheAlamo Colleges value an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of our students, employees, and thecommunity we serve.5/2010 1400 W. Villaret Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78224-2499alamo.edu/pac

Take flightwith anAviationTechnologyDegree!Soar into a High-Flying Career for the 21st CenturyAviation education is affordablePalo Alto College is rapidly becoming theleader of collegiate aviation education inSouth Texas and offers these advantages:• Lowest program cost anywhere• Financial aid available to qualifiedapplicants• Latest training technology in classroomand lab• Knowledgeable, qualified, caring facultyAviation graduates find exciting andrewarding careers as• Airline Pilots• Corporate Pilots• Cargo Pilots• Instructor Pilots• Airport Managers• Corporate Aviation Management• Fixed Base Operators• Tower Controller• In Route Air Traffic ControllerDegree OptionsAssociate of Applied Science in Aviation ManagementThis program prepares an individual for mid-level management careers in aviation support areas suchas airport management, air carrier operations, corporate aviation departments, fixed based operationsand flight school management, and in national, state and local aviation agencies, authorities or boards.Selected electives, field trips and guest speakers are incorporated into the program.This degree program places the graduate in the unique position as an entry-level manager in any aspectof the aviation industry.Associate of Applied Science in Professional PilotThis option prepares individuals who look forward to careers as air carrier pilots, general and corporate aviationpilots, instructor pilots and agricultural pilots. The professional pilot today flies many types of aircraft –from single-engine trainers to 777 air carriers. This program goes beyond the minimum pilot qualifications thatprepare the student to enter the job market upon graduation.Upon graduation the first opportunity will be as a certified flight instructor, which allows gaining flight experienceand building flight time for potential advancement.Associate of Applied Science in Air Traffic ControlThe Air Traffic Control program prepares the student to pass the entrance exam for the FAA Air Traffic ControlAcademy in Oklahoma City, Okla.Upon completion of the academy program, the individual will be in the FAA Air Traffic Control system.Classes at the college are designed to prepare the student with the knowledge needed to successfully pass theentrance exam. At any time during the course, should a student decide not to continue with the ATC program,he or she can transition to the Aviation Management degree and continue the path to an aviation career.Classes leading to FAA certification must adhere to FAA guidelines, and therefore, require students to attend aminimum number of classroom hours and maintain higher than average grades.Your Career Starts Here at Palo Alto College!