Aeronautical Science - Operations Track (A162 - 2172)
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| Program Website |
http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/aeroscience.xml
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| Program Description |
This program is designed to train the student for a career in aviation management. There are two options that the student can choose from: Operations or Maintenance.
The Maintenance Option is designed to allow the individual who currently holds an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P) to pursue a two-year degree that will provide management skills and knowledge for advancement within the aviation maintenance industry. Students pursuing the Maintenance Track must possess an A&P license prior to being admitted into this program.
The Operations Option is designed to prepare the student to become proficient in planning, organizing, directing and controlling an aviation-related business. This course of study includes the following topics: the organizational and human aspects of business management, application of the principles of business, economic resource management and decision making.
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| Career Path Notes |
Palm Beach State currently has an Articulation or Transfer Agreement with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University which will allow the student who successfully completes this program to transfer the credits to ERAU toward a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics, Technical Management and/or Aviation Maintenance Management.
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| Program Learning Outcomes |
To view the program learning outcomes, please see www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes.xml.
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| Admission Requirements |
To be admitted into this program the student must:
- Complete a college application;
- Have a high school diplomas or equivalent GED;
- Possess an FAA A&P license in pursuing the Maintenance Management Track.
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| Completion Requirements |
Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.
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| Program Length |
Total program credits: 64. Approximate program length: two years.
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| Location |
The program is offered on the Lake Worth campus (ground school and aviation classes) and at local airports (flight classes).
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| Financial Aid |
http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/financialaid.xml
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| Application |
http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions.xml
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| Career Center |
http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/career.xml
For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit:
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
O-Net Online: http://online.onetcenter.org/
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| For More Information |
Judy Maxwell, maxwelja@PalmBeachState.edu, (561) 868-3474
Suhe Bethell, bethells@PalmBeachState.edu, (561) 868-3916
Greta Sellers, sellersg@PalmBeachState.edu (561) 868-3577
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