Aviation Technology
Overview
Our Aviation Technology program at 葫芦影业 includes a two-year Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) and two certificates. It will prepare you for a wide range of entry-level positions in the aviation industry.
Whether you鈥檝e already got your foot in the door of the aviation industry, or you鈥檙e only getting started, this is the program for you. The education and experience you鈥檒l receive will last a lifetime and will widen your options as your career moves forward. You can choose to earn your Career Certificate, Technical Certificate, or graduate with an Associate of Applied Science Degree.
Positions available include airport management and operations specialist, airport communications specialist, aviation security specialist, customer services specialist, airline ramp and ticket agents, aircraft dispatch specialists, UAS pilots and operators, mission controllers, UAS tech support, and UAS data analysts.
- Airport Operations Technology
- Unmanned Aerial Systems Technology
Quick Facts
- Associate of Applied Science: 60鈥62 hrs.
- College Career Certificate: 15 hrs.
- Career Certificate: 30 hrs.
- Technical Certificate: 45 hrs.
- Raymond
- Face-to-Face
Sample Curriculum
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Technical English or English Composition I | 3鈥4 |
| Public Speaking I or Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3鈥4 |
| Total Hours | 60鈥62 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Private Pilot Ground I | 3 |
| Small Unmanned Aerial Systems Part 107 | 3 |
| Applied Meteorology | 3 |
| Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems 鈥 UAS | 3 |
| UAS Intermediate Flight Skill Development | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Aviation | 3 |
| Aviation Systems | 3 |
| Private Pilot Ground I | 3 |
| Airport Management and Operations | 3 |
| Aviation Security | 3 |
| Applied Meteorology | 3 |
| Approved Electives (see college catalog) | 12 |
| Total Hours | 30 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Approved Electives (see college catalog) | 15 |
| Total Hours | 45 |
The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use .