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Aims Community College
Aviation Technology
Postsecondary Plan of Study
Pathway: Transportation, Distribution
Plan of Study: Aviation
Web ID 2976 & 4459
and Logistics
Career Goal (O*Net Code): (Click the occupational title to access education,
skills, and employment outlook information)
Relevant Occupational Experience
Pathway Overview: The Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
pathway focuses on careers in managing movement of people, materials,
and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water.
Commercial Pilots (53-2012.00)
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers (53-2011.00)
Relevant Skills: Pilot: Able to remain calm under pressure, Work well as
part of a team, Communication skills, Patient, meticulous, and careful,
Physically and mentally healthy, Good vision. Helicopter pilots: Work well
alone, Hand-eye coordination.
Military: Airplane Pilot and Helicopter Pilot, Air Traffic Controllers/Managers
CCCS Credit for Prior Learning Guide
Aims Assessment for Credit for Prior Learning assistance
Related Occupations: Pilots and Air Traffic Controllers
Aims Aviation Department Web Page
Possible Pathways to your Career!
Program Length
Certificate Option(s)
Programs Available
Commercial Pilot Airplane Certificate (1-2 semesters)
Flight Instructor Airplane Certificate (4 semesters)
Flight Instructor Rating Airplane Certificate (1 semester)
Flight Instructor Rating Helicopter Certificate (1 semester)
Instrument Rating Airplane Certificate (1 semester)
Instrument Rating Airplane II Certificate (1 semester)
Instrument Rating Helicopter Certificate (1 semester)
Multi-Engine Airplane Certificate (4 semesters)
Multi-Engine Rating Airplane Certificate (1 semester)
Private Pilot Airplane Certificate (1 semester)
Single-Engine Airplane Certificate (3-4 semesters)
(*Based on meeting
Program Entrance
Requirements)
9 credits
34 credits
5 credits
5 credits
12 credits
8 credits
12 credits
33 credits
5 credits
8 credits
29 credits
Tuition
Career Options
Salary
Range
Aims Tuition
Pilot, Captain, First Officer, Line
Pilot, Charter Pilot, Check Airman,
Flight Operations Director,
Helicopter Pilot, Commercial
Helicopter Pilot, EMS Helicopter
Pilot (Emergency Medical Service
Helicopter Pilot)
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System www.cccs.edu
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Aims Community College
Aviation Technology
Postsecondary Plan of Study
Associate
Degree(s)
Aims Tuition
General Aviation Pilot, A.A.S. (2 years)
Helicopter Pilot, A.A.S. (2 years)
Professional Pilot, A.A.S. (2 years)
60 credits
64-67 credits
75 credits
Pilot, Captain, First Officer, Line
Pilot, Charter Pilot, Check Airman,
Flight Operations Director,
Helicopter Pilot, Commercial
Helicopter Pilot, EMS Helicopter
Pilot (Emergency Medical Service
Helicopter Pilot)
$$-$$$$
Advanced
Degree(s)
Articulation Opportunities for High School Students:
Articulations available for Cherry Creek HS. AVS Private Ground School articulates to
AVT 101, Private Ground School. High School students can take college classes during
th
th
their 11 & 12 grade years for free under Concurrent Enrollment legislation. See your
counselor for more information.
How to get Articulation Credit
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
mscd
120+ credits
* $ = $15-25,000; $$ = $25-55,000; $$$ = $55-90,000; $$$$ = Above $90,000
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Extended Learning Experiences
Support Services:
Services for Students – Academic Support, Advising, Bookstore, Campus Technology, Career Center, E-Cashier, Disability Services, Fitness Facilities,
Financial Aid, Library, Learning Commons, Student Life, Student Success Center, Testing Center, Tutoring & Supplemental Instruction.
Financial Aid:
General Financial Aid Information – Aims Community College offers a wide variety of financial aid programs and services to help you meet your educational
costs including Federal & State Grants, Scholarships, Work-Study Program
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System www.cccs.edu
Aims Community College
Aviation Technology
Updated Summer 2013
Postsecondary Plan of Study
Professional Affiliations
o Colorado Community Colleges System
o Colorado Commission on Higher Education
o Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
o Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
o Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Aims Kiefer Library Subject Guide - Aviation
Occupational Outlook Handbook – Airlines and Commercial Pilots
Practical Learning Experiences:
Flight training and flight simulators
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Occupations often can be performed by those with disabilities when provided with appropriate adaptations.
 Work is both mentally and physically demanding.
 Pilots sit in the airplane cockpit, which is usually cramped and noisy.
 May experience jet lag from changing time zones.
 May be away from their home base for long periods of time.
 Many experience irregular working, eating, and sleeping schedules.
 The amount of flight time varies by the type of employer.
 Airplane cockpits are cramped and noisy.
 Near and far vision are required in addition to color vision and depth perception.
 See objects in very bright or very dim light.
 Reach with hands and feet to operate aircraft controls.
 Need eye-hand-foot coordination.
 Need quick reaction time.
 Strength to load luggage when flying small planes.
 Exposed to toxic chemicals, especially when spraying insecticides over fields.
 Speak clearly and hear well.
 Stress is caused by unexpected events, such as mechanical malfunctions, weather, terrorism, and unruly passengers. Risks include death to self and
passengers.
 Need to keep your cool when conditions are stressful.
To find adaptations used for specific disabilities, go to the Job Accommodation Network's Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR).
Source: EUREKA, the California Career Information System
Aims Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System www.cccs.edu
Aims Community College
Aviation Technology
Updated Summer 2013
Postsecondary Plan of Study
Aims Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities. Please direct inquiries to: Sandra
Owens, 5401 West 2oth Street P.O. Box 69, Greeley CO. 80634.
** It is strongly recommended that if students are intending to transfer to a four-year institution, they consult with the transfer institution to determine transferability of their Aims
Community College courses.
*** This document is a guide only. It does not act as a legally binding contract.
Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System www.cccs.edu