Student Learning Outcomes

The Applied Aviation Technology program offers a strong applied technology focus for a career that supports many aspects of the aviation/aerospace industry. Students will learn to operate Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in the National Airspace System (NAS), in addition to applying technology solutions to a wide range of management and flight operations issues. Upon completion of the Applied Aviation Technology major, students will be able to:

• Understand the impact of aviation and technology in a global/societal context.
• Apply the techniques, skills, and modern aviation tools to identify and solve problems.
• Function on a multi-disciplinary team and operate as a crew member in an aircraft cockpit.
• Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and aerodynamic principles to ensure safe and efficient flight operations.
• Accurately analyze and interpret data from a variety of sources.
• Understand professional and ethical responsibility.
• Communicate with agency representatives, superiors, subordinates, and peers with precision and clarity.
• Recognize the need for the ability to engage in lifelong learning.
• Understand contemporary aviation industry issues.
• Demonstrate knowledge of business applications relating to the management of flight operations.