Aeronautical Science
“Preparation for a Career as a Professional Pilot “
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Agenda
• Overview
• Curricula
• Airline Pilot Specialty
– A Program Tailored to Prepare
Airline Transport Pilots
• Conclusion
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Aeronautical Science Degree
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Aeronautical Science degree is to maintain status
as the international center of excellence for professional pilot
education. The degree blends flight training with rigorous academic
study in a unique manner. The degree provides a strong foundation
for graduates to assume leadership roles as airline pilots,
commercial pilots, or military pilots.
The philosophy of the Aeronautical Science degree is that ethical and
responsible behavior, within a culture of safety and professionalism,
is imperative for the success of its graduates.
The goal of the degree is to maintain global leadership in pilot
education through a technologically enriched, student-centered
environment enabling learning through collaboration and
teamwork.
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Mission Statement (continued)
The intent of the degree is to accomplish its mission by:
– utilizing top quality faculty and instructional staff to educate
students
– developing skills in mathematics, physics, communications and
aeronautics
– including FAA certification to become a professional pilot in a
multi-crewmember jet transport aircraft
– providing innovative directions in aviation education
– infusing state-of-the-art flight simulation into the curriculum
– employing advanced laboratories, equipment, and other
facilities
– collaborating with industry leaders and aviation experts
worldwide
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Overview
Bachelor of Science Degree
in Aeronautical Science
Credits
General Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Aeronautical Science Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Flight Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Specialty Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Total Degree Credits 120
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Overview-Rigorous Curriculum
• Skills:
– Mathematics, calculus-based
– Physics, with labs
– Communications
– Business
– Aeronautics
• FAA certification as a multi-engine instrument rated
commercial pilot.
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Overview-Professional Education
• The last two years include extensive professional
level courses that prepare the graduate for a
career as a professional pilot, including:
– airline flight crew operations in multi-crewmember
jet transport aircraft
– critical thinking and problem-solving skills developed
via computer simulations for
• aircraft performance
• navigation
• aircraft systems operation
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Overview-Professional Education
Cont.
• Effective resource management, human
factors, and safety awareness are constantly
emphasized throughout the curriculum.
• Current topics of interest integrated
throughout curricula (e.g., SMS, ASAP, FOQA)
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Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes
Required by Today’s Industry
• Upon completion of the curriculum, the
student will possess an FAA Commercial Pilot
Certificate with multi-engine and instrument
ratings.
• Advanced flight training includes upset
training, certification as a flight instructor and
instrument flight instructor, and training as a
flight crewmember in a jet transport aircraft.
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Airline Pilot Specialty
The Airline Pilot Specialty is designed for
students whose goal is to fly for a scheduled
airline. The academic and flight courses are
designed to provide exposure to procedures
and operations consistent with those found at
air carriers.
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General Ed Core
COM 122 (Communications)
COM 219 (Communications)
COM 221 (Communications)
HU 140 Series
HU/SS Upper Level Elective
PSY 101 (L.L. Social Science)
EC 200 OR SS 110/120/130/204/210
MA 111
MA 112
BA 201 (Management Elective)
IT 109 OR CS 118
PS 103 (Lab Required)
PS 104 (Lab Required)
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English Composition and Literature
Speech
Technical Report Writing
Lower Level Humanities Elective
300-400 Level OR PSY 350
Introduction to Psychology
Lower Level Social Science
Elective
College Math for Aviation I
College Math for Aviation II
Principles of Management
Computer Science Elective
Technical Physics I
Technical Physics II
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Aeronautical Science Core
ASC 101
AS 121
AS 221
AS 321
AS 309
AS 310
AS 311
AS 340 OR FA 417
AS 350
AS 356
AS 357
AS 387
AS 408
AS 435
AS 472
WX 201
WX 301
Aeronautical Science Success
Private Pilot Operations
Instrument Pilot Operations
Commercial Pilot Operations
Aerodynamics
Aircraft Performance
Aircraft Engines - Turbines
Instructional Design in Aviation or CFI / CFII
Domestic & International Navigation
Aircraft Systems & Components
Flight Physiology
Crew Resource Management
Flight Safety
Electronic Flight Management Systems
Operational Applications in Aeronautical Science
Survey of Meteorology
Aviation Weather
Catalog
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Airline Pilot Specialty
AS 254 or AS 405
Aviation Legislation or Aviation Law
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AS 380
Pilot Career Planning and Interviewing
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AS 402 or AS 410
Airline Operations or Airline Dispatch Operations
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AS 411
Jet Transport Systems
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AS 420
Flight Technique Analysis
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BA 315
Airline Management
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FA 420
Airline Flight Crew Techniques and Procedures
“CRJ”
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Open Electives/Minor
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A Program Tailored to Prepare Airline Transport Pilots
• Ab initio model
– All training and education occurs at the university
– Goal- graduates serve as professional first officers
with minimal new hire training from employers
Canadair Regional Jet (CRJ)
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A Program Tailored to Prepare Airline Transport Pilots
• Train under FAR Part 142 with a
Competency-Based Methodology
– Blended approach to flight training
• live
• simulation
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A Program Tailored to Prepare Airline Transport Pilots
Highlights for Professional Pilot Preparation
• AS 472
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AS 472
“bridge between material covered
previously in the A.S. curriculum
and the industry”
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MCO AS 472
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AS 472 Goals
Goals: At the end of the course, students should be able to
review the regulations pertaining to flight operations conducted
under 14 CFR 91 Subparts F, G & K; 14CFR 119, 14 CFR 135; &
14CFR 121 and using accepted practices to make proper
decisions regarding various types of flight operations. In
addition, students will apply previous learned knowledge of
flight planning, crew resource management, threat and error
management, safety, and professional ethics to real-world
situations and demonstrate the ability make the decisions
necessary to achieve a safe and successful outcome.
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AS 472
Discipline Specific Learning Outcomes
Setting
• Students will demonstrate their understanding
of the professional and regulatory standards
and ethics expected of pilots in today’s
industry by researching and writing the
appropriate sections of a flight operations
manual for a fictional, yet representative
airline.
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AS 472
Discipline Specific Learning Outcomes
• scenario-based learning threat and error management
• understanding of the professional and regulatory standards and
ethics
• explaining appropriate threat and error management
• Scenario-based learning and case studies for making and justifying
decisions
• Part 121 domestic operations
– writing appropriate sections of a flight operations manual on de-icing,
low visibility ground operations including SMGCS operations, crew
rest, transportation of dangerous goods, and diversions and/or delays
• Part 121 international operations
– writing appropriate sections of a flight operations manual on
international flights including RNP and RVSM operations, international
communications, ICAO flight plans, diversions and reroutes.
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The Faculty
http://www.erau.edu/omni/db/academicorgs/dbasd/index.html
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Train to Standards and Beyond!
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Conclusion
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