Associates of Applied Science Degree (AASD)
Aviation Technology
An aviation degree enhances your opportunity for career advancement. The Boeing 2023 Pilot & Technician Outlook forecasts 690,000 new maintenance technician jobs worldwide in the next 20 years. The AASD prepares graduates for an aviation career.
Possible Aviation Career Options- Aircraft Mechanic
- Aircraft Technician
- Aviation Maintenance Technician
- Line Maintenance Technician
- Engine Overhauls
- Helicopter Mechanic
- Meaningful Classroom Experience
- Hands on Training Lab
- Courses Taught by Industry Professionals
- 62 Semester Credits Earned
- Small Class Size and Tutoring Available
- No Scheduled Weekend Courses
- Veteran Friendly Culture
- Airplanes, Helicopters, Engines and Equipment
- Certified Testing Center Onsite
- Career Placement Assistance
The Associate of Applied Science Degree (AASD) in Aviation Technology provides a general undergraduate education in aviation and increases the potential for career advancement. Students qualify for a wide variety of careers in the Aviation / Aerospace industry, or for those students who are employed in an aviation-related area; this degree will provide the knowledge and college credentials needed to be competitive for advancement or promotion. The AASD Program is 24 months.
General Education Course RequirementsEnglish / Communications 6 SH
ENGL 221 English Composition I
ENGL 222 English Composition II
ENGL 223 Technical Report Writing
One of the following acceptable disciplines: English/Communications other than Intro
Humanities / Arts 3 SH
SPCH 224 Public Speaking or
One of the following acceptable disciplines: Foreign Language, Literature, Music Philosophy, Speech, Religious Studies, Humanities, Art, Dance, Drama, Fine Arts, Photography, Communications
Behavioral / Social Sciences 3 SH
PSYC 216 Introduction to Psychology
SOCI 218 Introduction to Sociology
ECON 201 Principles of Microeconomics
ECON 202 Principles of Macroeconomics or
One of the following acceptable disciplines: Anthropology, Economics, Ethnic Studies, Geography (excluding Physical), Government, Health and Wellness, History, Human Relations, Political Science
Natural / Applied Sciences 3 SH
PHYS 210 Applied Physics or
One of the following acceptable disciplines: Anatomy, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Studies, Genetics, Geology, Natural Science, Physical Geography, Physical Science, Physics, Physiology, Plant Sciences, Zoology, Logistics
Business / Computer Science 3 SH
BUSI 103 Introduction to Business
COMP 101 Introduction to Computers
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting
ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting II
BUSI 104 Business Law
MRKT 225 Principles of Marketing
MGMT 201 Principles of Management or
One of the following acceptable disciplines: Accounting, Management, Marketing, Business, or Computer Sciences
Mathematics 3 SH
MATH 201 College Algebra I
MATH 202 College Algebra II or
One of the following acceptable disciplines: College-level Mathematics (that is not a remedial or preparatory course)
AASD Semester Credit Summary
General Education Subtotal: 24 SH
Aviation Concentration: 21 SH
Open Electives: 17 SH
AASD Total Semester Hours: 62 SH
Documentation should be submitted for credit review and substitution/equivalency eligibility.
Requirements of 18 semester hours must be completed through NCI or an acceptable accredited institution, or examinations through DANTES or CLEP. NCI has no residency requirements for the AASD.
For the Aviation concentration, FAA certificates, licenses, and/or military/civilian aviation work experience and training may complete requirements