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degrees and programs BACHeloR’s deGRees College of Arts and sciences Since 1978, Embry-Riddle’s Prescott campus has served as a launch point for leaders in aeronautics. Our College of Arts and Sciences offers courses in the humanities, communication, physical and life sciences, social sciences, mathematics, economics, business, security and intelligence studies, and military science. And with a studentto-faculty ratio of 16:1, you’ll be sure to receive the personal attention and educational enrichment that will lead to a successful career in government or industry. AstRonomy Hands-on meets theoretical as you study the fundamental science of our solar system, the most distant reaches of the observable universe, and everything in between. Whether you choose graduate study afterward or head right for the work force, this degree will help you rise above the competition. AviAtion Business AdministRAtion Gain the well-rounded background essential for success in the aviation business world. Choose from among concentrations in aviation management, airport management, airline management, international air transport management, flight operations, finance, and general management. AviAtion enviRonmentAl sCienCe Want to tackle bird strikes, equipment fatigue, and other environmental and safety challenges in the aviation and aerospace industry? Whether you choose to study applied environmental science or environmental management, this unique program provides the knowledge and technical skills you will need to work with industry clients, businesses, and local government agencies, on critical environmental issues. CyBeR intelliGenCe And seCuRity Gain the skills needed to defend the people, vital data, software, and networks that keep the world safe and productive. From cryptography to data mining to computer forensics, you’ll learn the essentials to launch your career in cyber security, one of the fastestgrowing fields on the planet. GloBAl seCuRity And intelliGenCe studies This comprehensive curriculum covers technical, political, and economic security issues, as well as international criminal justice systems and law enforcement. Develop the problem-solving and critical-thinking skills needed to deal with crucial global concerns: terrorism, information warfare, transportation security, illicit-trafficking networks, natural disasters, widespread epidemics, international crime, and homeland security. Choose a specialty concentration with the Chinese track, or the security operations management track. inteRdisCiPlinARy studies Start with core courses in the humanities, geography, international studies, philosophy, ethics, and psychology. Then combine any three minors from the classes offered in our other degree programs—air traffic control, business administration, aviation safety, weather, computer applications, mathematics, and space studies, just to name a few. sPACe PHysiCs Explore the fundamental forces of nature through experimental investigation of atomic, nuclear, and elementary particle systems. Study the “micro” and “macro” universe using high-precision detectors, then prepare for a successful career in space- and aerospace-related industries. Exotic propulsion is one popular area of concentration. College of Aviation Whether you’re interested in airline or airport management, flight operations, safety issues, or simply learning to fly, Embry-Riddle’s College of Aviation has the curriculum to prepare you for a career in an exciting field. With top-notch flight training and a strong business or safety foundation, our graduates are always in demand for crucial industry and government positions.
AeRonAutiCAl sCienCe Prepare for a career as a professional pilot—airline, helicopter, military, or corporate. This flight-training curriculum includes rigorous academic study, as well as extensive work in sophisticated aircraft and simulators. AeRonAutiCs Developed specifically for people who work or have worked in aviation careers, the curriculum builds upon your knowledge, skill, training, and experience. Required and elective courses in business, computer science, economics, aviation, and meteorology, among others, can lead to career growth and increased responsibility. AiR tRAffiC ContRol As one of only 36 institutions approved by the FAA for the ATC-CTI program, Embry-Riddle offers an outstanding pathway to becoming an air traffic controller. This degree will give you the aviation background and the professional skills critical for FAA air traffic controller eligibility. APPlied meteoRoloGy Everybody talks about the weather—you could predict and interpret it. Study and simulate atmospheric and climatological conditions as you prepare for a career in aviation and aerospace, radio and television, or business and government operations. Our modern academic complex has computer-equipped classrooms, a synoptic lab and weather center, and a variety of rooftop weather observation equipment. sAfety sCienCe As a safety science expert, you’ll solve complex problems and work to make the world a safer place across a variety of occupations. Our aviation safety students learn alongside experts in the Robertson Aircraft Accident Investigation Lab, the most complete facility of its kind in the U.S., and the only one at a university. Other hands-on opportunities abound in our industrial hygiene, occupational safety, and ergonomics laboratories. A five-year combined BS/MS in safety science is also available. College of engineering Embry-Riddle’s comprehensive, top-ranked engineering program provides a handson, lab-based education with an emphasis on mathematics, engineering, science, and engineering design. With an average class size of 25 students, you’ll get to know your professors and your fellow students as you work on individual and team projects. Our College of Engineering faculty is dedicated to creating engineers for the 21st century, without forgetting the lessons of the 20th century. AeRosPACe enGineeRinG Recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation’s premier programs, Embry-Riddle’s aerospace engineering program is the largest in the United States. The curriculum provides you with specific aerospace design skills and broad exposure to theory, modern analysis, measurement, and communication and computational techniques. Working with a revolutionary stereolithography laser-modeling process, you’ll design a prototype, mold it, and test it in our wind and smoke tunnels. ComPuteR enGineeRinG Prepare for life and work in the 21st century with this curriculum’s emphasis on information technologies. With a broad background in computing machinery, programming languages, circuit theory, embedded control systems, real-time systems, and software engineering, graduates of this program will always be in high demand. eleCtRiCAl enGineeRinG Explore circuit theory, communication systems, computers, control systems, electromagnetic fields, energy sources and systems, materials, and electronic devices—all with an emphasis on design. In your senior year, you’ll team with other students in our highly acclaimed capstone sequence to design, build, and test a complex electronic system. meCHAniCAl enGineeRinG Study the latest technology, including robotics and high-performance vehicles. Balance theory and practice, encompassing aerodynamics, structures, propulsions, controls, materials, instrumentation, electrical fundamentals, computer applications, and design. softwARe enGineeRinG Here’s your chance to apply computer science and mathematical analysis to build, test, and evaluate the software that keeps systems humming. Add in the track in cyber security, and you’ll be ready to offer well-rounded support to leading companies in the aerospace industry and beyond. unmAnned AiRCRAft systems Join the select few qualified to meet the growing demand for unmanned aircraft systems. This cutting-edge program gives you the tools, skills, and experiences to flourish in this emerging field. Whether you find yourself in an administrative, legal, engineering, or operational environment, this program will help you pilot the way to a rewarding career. mAsteR’s deGRee mAsteR of sCienCe in sAfety sCienCe Qualify to work as a director of safety for airlines or in operational and maintenance safety, aviation industry ground and industrial safety, or flight safety. With expertise in safety science, you could also become an aircraft accident investigator, designer, or manufacturing adviser.
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