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Aviation Operations Technology (AOT)

The Aviation Operations Technology (AOT) program is a degree completion program appropriate for students with previous college credit, transfer students, and working professionals who have not attained the level of education they desire.  This program is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in air traffic management, airport management, airline management, maintenance management, human resources management, general aviation management, and system safety. 

AOT graduates are responsible for the management of many different types of financial, capital, human, and information resources in the aerospace industry. They manage engineers and technologists who design, test, and build new aircraft and components. They may be responsible for managing the support of production aircraft, an area that includes product support, modification, and accident investigation. They may also serve as managers at airlines, airports, or general aviation operations around the world.

The Aviation Operations Technology program is a well-rounded plan of study that includes classes in diverse topics such as aviation safety, law, and finance. Course concentrations include:

• Airline management
• Airport management
• Air traffic management
• Maintenance management
• General aviation management

In addition, students take courses such as accounting, economics, English composition, and technical communications.

 

AOT Plan of Study

 

 

 

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