Online &
On Campus
Program Length:
41 Months
Number of Credits:
123
CONCENTRATION IN FLIGHT OPERATIONS
The curriculum of Everglades University is designed to give students the opportunity to acquire a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Aviation/Aerospace that can include an area of Concentration. The program provides the aviation professional with an extensive academic background to complement his/her aviation technical background whether it is in Air Traffic Control, Aviation Maintenance, Flight Operations, Dispatch Operations through verified FAA Certifications or Military Aviation Operations. Only those students holding an FAA Commercial Instrument Multi-engine pilot certificate, or above, may enroll in this degree program. The program provides a solid general education combined with the flexibility for coursework covering a wide range of specific aviation courses and a strong line-up of management courses.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN AVIATION/AEROSPACE DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Aviation/Aerospace combines communication, analytical and technical skills used in the aviation/aerospace industry, as well as a general education component, and can include an area of concentration. Concentration areas include aviation safety, flight operations, management, aviation maintenance management, aviation operations management, or security. The degree prepares graduates for entry into and advancement within the diverse field of aviation specific to their desires and industry needs. Graduates will be prepared to meet the challenges of the diverse and dynamic aviation industry.
CONCENTRATION DESCRIPTION
The Concentration in Flight Operations is designed for individuals holding pilot credentials with Commercial Instrument Multi-Engine ratings or above who intend to fly for commercial airlines or for the corporate/ private sector. This Concentration enables those individuals to capitalize on their FAA certifications in completing an academic degree in the aviation field.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Aviation/Aerospace includes a concentration which provides the opportunity for graduates to broaden their knowledge of the aviation industry based on a selected area of study. The program also enhances graduates use of aviation/aerospace analytical and communication skills to obtain an understanding of general aviation/aerospace principles, laws and regulations, operations as well as specific skills and knowledge based on their concentration selected.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
To receive a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Aviation/Aerospace, students must complete 123 credits as described below. The length of the program is approximately 41 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
| AVM 3516 Airline Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 3240 Aviation Insurance and Risk Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 3110 FBO and Flight School Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 4530 Corporate Aviation Operations | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 4630 Aviation Labor Relations | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVS 3472 Aviation Human Factors | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 4050 Introduction to Space | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN 3065 Business Ethics | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 4451 Airport Planning | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 3871 Aviation Safety | 3.0 credit hours |
| GEB 3934 Critical Thinking in Business | 3.0 credit hours |
| ENC 3213 Writing for Managers | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN 4583 Project Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 4914 Aviation Capstone Course | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 1010 History of Aviation | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 1100 Introduction to Aeronautics | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 2320 Aviation Law and Regulations | 3.0 credit hours |
| BCN 1014 Introduction to Sustainability | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1021 Interdisciplinary Studies 1 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1022 Interdisciplinary Studies 2 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1023 Interdisciplinary Studies 3 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1024 Interdisciplinary Studies 4 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1025 Interdisciplinary Studies 5 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1026 Interdisciplinary Studies 6 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS 1027 Interdisciplinary Studies 7 | 3.0 credit hours |
| OR | |
| AVM 2002 Introduction to Aviation Security | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 4675 Aviation Safety Programs | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN 3504 Operations Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 2310 Federal Aviation Regulations | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 3443 Airport Security | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 3444 Corporate Security | 3.0 credit hours |
| AVM 1440 Aviation and Airport Security | 3.0 credit hours |
*The IDS courses allow credit for appropriate prior learning. FAA Certifications and Ratings, Aviation, Management, Physical Science, Statistics, and Marketing are commonly accepted disciplines for transfer credit into this degree major. Additional courses may be evaluated and accepted at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs or Associate Dean.
| * NOTE: Credit granted only with FAA Commercial Instrument Multi-engine or above | |
| ATT 2820 Air Traffic Control | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 3211 Aviation Meteorology | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 3471 Physiology of Flight | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 3551 Aerodynamics | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 3611 Aircraft Engines | 3.0 credit hours |
| ASC 3612 Aircraft Systems | 3.0 credit hours |
| English ( 6 Credit Hours ) | |
| ENC 1101 English Composition I | 3.0 credit hours |
| ENC 2102 English Composition II | 3.0 credit hours |
| Mathematics ( 6 Credit Hours ) | |
| MAC 1105 College Algebra | 3.0 credit hours |
| MGF 2106 College Math | 3.0 credit hours |
| Computers ( 3 Credit Hours ) | |
| CGS 1060C Introduction to Computer Applications | 3.0 credit hours |
| Humanities / Fine Arts ( 3 Credit Hours ) | |
| AML 1000 American Literature | 3.0 credit hours |
| Communications ( 3 Credit Hours ) | |
| SPC 1017 Speech Communication | 3.0 credit hours |
| Behavioral / Social Science ( 6 Credit Hours ) | |
| PSY 1012 Introduction to Psychology | 3.0 credit hours |
| POS2041 American National Government | 3.0 credit hours |
| Natural Science ( 3 Credit Hours ) | |
| HUN 1201 Fundamentals of Nutrition | 3.0 credit hours |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED AS DESCRIBED ABOVE | 123 CREDIT HOURS |
Accredited University
Everglades University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
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