Aviation Curriculum Programs


Aviation Curriculum Programs

Summary

Overview of A-B Tech's aviation curriculum programs

Overview

For information about A-B Tech's aviation programs, go to abtech.edu/aviation.

Available Programs

A-B Tech offers the following aviation programs. For more information about one of these programs, click on the individual program below:

The A.A.S. programs are designed to be completed in two years (two Fall semesters, two Spring semesters, and one Summer semester). Certificate programs will be offered “a la carte,” meaning that Certificate program courses can be taken by students looking for a pilot refresher course or by students who only intend on obtaining on or more of the certificates.  

Program Description

Overview

The Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology A.A.S. programs prepare individuals for a variety of aviation and aviation-related careers, including the commercial airlines, general aviation, the aerospace industry, the military, and state and federal aviation organizations.

Coursework

Coursework includes fundamentals of flight, aerodynamics, aircraft performance, meteorology, navigation, federal regulations, aviation management, and instrument and commercial ground training. Optional coursework includes flight and simulator training or business management training.

Graduates

Graduates will hold a commercial pilot certificate with an instrument rating or specialize in aviation management. Graduates may find employment as commercial, corporate, and military pilots, fixed base operators and airport managers, flight instructors, and flight dispatcher.

Accreditation

The program will be FAA part 141 approved, meaning the program will meet and exceed minimum qualifications to offer strict, standardized, and nationally-accredited education.

Ground School vs. Flight School

A-B Tech will offer all ground school courses, and WNC Aviation (or the flight school of the student’s choice) will provide all flight training.  

Application

These programs will be “open enrollment” programs, meaning that interested students should follow the general College enrollment process.

Placement

Students entering the A.A.S. program will be required to complete placement in both math and English.

Students will not be required to place into college-level courses on their placement tests. Rather, students placing into developmental courses may still be able to complete the degree in two years and take Aviation (AER) courses while completing developmental math and English courses.

FAA Requirements for Pilots

The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has certain requirements for becoming a pilot, which can be found on the FAA website.

Cost Estimate

Below is a breakdown of estimated costs associated with the Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology A.A.S. program (Note: Students pursuing Aviation Management and not flight training will not need pilot supplies or have flight training costs.)

Type of Cost Estimated Cost Over Two Years
Tuition $4,719 (subject to change by State Legislature)
Fees

$237 (subject to change by State Legislature)

Pilot Supplies (headset, charts, flight computer, flight bag, etc.) $1,500
Books $1,200–$2,500
Flight Training $39,800
Total for Career Pilot Students $47,456–$48,756
Total for Aviation Management Students $6,156–$7,456

 

Financial Assistance

There will be three main types of financial assistance for the Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology A.A.S. programs:

Why Pursue This Program

Below are some of the main reasons to pursue the Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology A.A.S. program:

Additional Questions

For additional questions about aviation curriculum programs and courses, contact Timothy Anderson, Chair of Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology, at (828) 782-2626 or timothypanderson@abtech.edu.

For aviation classes within our Continuing Education Division (Aerospace and Structural Composites classes), contact Andy McNeal at (828) 398-7931.

 

Key Words: aviation, flight, pilot, pilot's license, pilots, airplane, airplanes, private pilot, instrument rating, commercial pilot, AER, FAA


Article ID: 457
Created On: Tue, Feb 10, 2015 at 5:09 PM
Last Updated On: Thu, Oct 6, 2022 at 2:09 PM

Online URL: https://info.abtech.edu/article.php?id=457