+ Aviation Studies

264 Technology/204 Technology Annex
419-372-2439 or 419-372-2870
www.bgsu.edu/colleges/technology/Aerotech

The aviation studies major is designed to prepare students for responsible positions in general and commercial aviation. The major is organized around three specializations: aviation management and operations, aviation technical management, and flight technology and operations. All instruction leading toward Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight certification is conducted in accordance with the appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations. All courses in the major (AERT) must be completed with a C or better.

All students are also required to complete coursework in areas of science and mathematics, BG Perspective and business. Supervised cooperative education experiences with or related to the specializations selected are required.

The college restricts the award of credit for flight and ground training attained outside the BGSU Aviation Studies Program. The Dean of the College may make exceptions for certain qualified aviators.

Once a student has enrolled at Bowling Green State University, all subsequent flight and ground training must be completed in residence at the University. Flight and ground training obtained elsewhere are not permitted without written authorization of the dean of the College of Technology. If permission is granted to receive flight instruction elsewhere, academic credit is awarded by the University only if evaluation by the Chief Flight Instructor indicates flight performance and knowledge proficiency meet program standards. If no academic credit is accepted or awarded, a student is required to take approved elective(s) to satisfy total credit hour requirements.

Fees for the flight instruction courses are based on a minimum number of flight instruction hours as approved by the FAA. Students may take longer to reach the level of flight proficiency required by the FAA. In this case, additional fees will be charged based on the actual number of flight hours a student has received. These rates are approved by the Board of Trustees. Flight fees are not refundable. Although a student may receive a final grade for the completion of a particular course of flight instruction, students may need additional flight instruction and/or practice to reach the level of flight proficiency required to pass the FAA practical exam for a particular certificate or rating.

All AERT concentration courses are offered during evenings on a five-year rotating plan.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in aviation studies are expected to:

• Solve aviation-related problems using knowledge, skills and aptitudes gained in the program to assure productive outcomes;
• Plan, organize, conduct and complete a safe and efficient flight in single-engine aircraft in accordance with all legal requirements;
• Maintain professional and social relationships with others in developing, conducting and promoting safe aviation operations.

Aviation Management and Operations
The aviation management and operations (AMO) specialization is designed to prepare students for career positions with airports, general aviation facilities, airlines, corporations, engineering and consulting firms, other organizations specializing in aviation and auxiliary businesses whose primary customers are aviation-oriented and who require individuals with an aviation background.

The AMO specialization provides an interdisciplinary approach to management and technology systems and their application to the aviation environment. A benefit of the program is that a student can utilize the educational background in other disciplines, such as facility management or general management. The curriculum focus is on aviation, management, technical systems operation and safety.

Required classes (126 total hours)

• BG Perspective
  • Natural Sciences (6)
  • Humanities and Arts (6)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (6)
  • Cultural Diversity in the U.S. (3)
  • Core elective (BG Perspective) (3)
  • English 112 (3)
• AERT 224 (3)
• AERT 240 (3)
• AERT 348 (3)
• AERT 349 (3)
• AERT 352 (3)
• AERT 354 (3)
• AERT 456 (3)
• AERT 490 (3)
• ACCT 200 or 221 (3)
• ARCH 236 (3)
• BA 203 (3)
• CONS 235 (3)
• CONS 442 (3)
• DESN 104 (3)
• DESN 131 (3)
• ECON 200 or 202 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
• ECT 191 or 196 (3)
• IPC 102 (3)
• IPC 201, 207 or 306 (3)
• JOUR 341 (3)
• MATH 122 (3) and 129 (2) or MATH 128 (5) or MATH 130 (3)
• MGMT 305 or AERO 311 (3)
• MIS 200 (3)
• SOC 101 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
• STAT 200 or 211 (3)
• TECH 101 (3)
• TECH 302 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences and international perspective requirements)
• TECH 289 (4), TECH 389 (4), TECH 489 (4) (cooperative education work experiences)
• Technology Electives (6) (courses are in addition to those specifically listed as requirements)
  Select from:
• AERT 200 and above (3)
• CONS 337 (3)
• CONS 440 (3)
• DESN 200 and above (3)
• ECT 191 (3)
• ECT 196 (3)
• MFG 112 (3)
• QS 326 (3)
• TECH 223 (3)
• TECH 303 (3)
• TECH 323 (3)
• TECH 428 (3)
• TECH 489 (additional co-op) (4)
• TE 252 (3)
• Supplemental Focus (9) (courses are in addition to those specifically listed as requirements)
  Select from:
  
  • AERT 200-400
  • ACCT or ACT 200-300
  • CS or CST 200-400
  • ECON 200-300
  • FIN 300-400
  • LEGS 300-400
  • MKT 300-400
  • MGMT 300-400
  • IPC 200-400
  • PHIL 218, 345
  • POLS 110 (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
  • POLS 303, 331, 430
  • PSYC 101 (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
  • PSYC 311, 350
  • ENVH 306, 307
  • ENVS 401, 402, 403
  • MILS 302, 401, 402
  • AERO 312, 411, 412
    

Aviation Technical Management
The aviation technical management (ATM) specialization is designed to prepare students for aviation careers with organizations and companies that engage in the manufacture or maintenance of aviation components or which provide aviation products or services.

The ATM specialization provides an interdisciplinary and practical approach to management and technology systems and their application to the aviation environment. Its intent is to further develop or supplement an individual who has an FAA airframe and power plant (A&P) license or a strong technical or vocational background. A benefit of the program is that a student can utilize the educational background in other technology disciplines, such as manufacturing, production or general management. The curriculum focus is on aviation, management, technical systems operation and safety.

Required classes (127 total hours)

• BG Perspective
  • Natural Sciences (6)
  • Humanities and Arts (6)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (6)
  • Cultural Diversity in the U.S. (3)
  • Core elective (BG Perspective) (3)
  • English 112 (3)
• AERT 240 (3)
• AERT 348 (3)
• AERT 349 (3)
• AERT 352 (3)
• AERT 354 (3)
• AERT 405 (3)
• AERT 490 (3)
• ACCT 200 or 221 (3)
• BA 203 (3)
• DESN 104 (3)
• DESN 131 (3)
• DESN 243 (3)
• ECON 200 or 202 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
• ECT 191 or 196 (3)
• ECT 240 (3)
• ECT 241 (3)
• IPC 102 (3)
• MATH 122 (3) and 129 (2) or MATH 128 (5) or MATH 130 (3)
• MFG 112 (3)
• MGMT 300 (3)
• MGMT 305 or AERO 311 (3)
• MIS 200 (3)
• PHYS 201 (5) (applicable to BG Perspective natural science requirement)
• PHYS 202 (5) (applicable to BG Perspective natural science requirement)
• SOC 101 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
• STAT 200 (3), 211 (3) or MATH 126 (5)
• TECH 101 (3)
• TECH 302 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences and international perspective requirements)
• TECH 289 (4), TECH 389 (4), TECH 489 (4) (cooperative education work experience)
• Technology elective (6) (courses are in addition to those specifically listed as requirements)
  Select from:
  • MFG
  • ECT
  • DESN
  • QS
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant
  • AERT 200 and above
  • DESN 200 and above
  • ECT 200 and above
  • MATS 401
  • TECH 200 and above
  • TE 252
• Supplemental focus (9) (courses are in addition to those specifically listed as requirements)
  Select from:
  • AERT 200-400
  • CS or CST 200-400
  • ECON 200-400
  • ENG 388
  • MKT 300-400
  • MGMT 300-400
  • IPC 200-400
  • ENVH 306, 307
  • MILS 302, 401, 402
  • AERO 312, 411, 412
  • OR 380
    

Flight Technology and Operations
The flight technology and operations (FTO) specialization prepares the student for a career as a commercial pilot for the airlines, air cargo companies, corporate or business operations, and numerous general aviation positions such as agriculture, flight training, charter, air freight and sightseeing. Flight and ground instruction is accomplished in strict accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations Part 141 and other pertinent regulations. Upon successful completion of the FTO specialization, the student will hold the following FAA certificates and ratings: Commercial Pilot-Airplane with single and multi-engine land instrument rating; flight instructor certification for single engine, multi-engine, and instrument are also available.

Required classes (124 total hours)

• BG Perspective
  • Natural Sciences (6)
  • Humanities and Arts (6)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (6)
  • Cultural Diversity in the U.S. (3)
  • Core elective (BG Perspective) (3)
  • English 112 (3)
• AERT 220 (4)
• AERT 222 (2)
• AERT 223 (2)
• AERT 224 (3)
• AERT 240 (3)
• AERT 280 (3)
• AERT 281 (3)
• AERT 282 (3)
• AERT 320 (3)
• AERT 322 (1)
• AERT 323 (2)
• AERT 349 (3)
• AERT 352 (3)
• AERT 354 (3)
• AERT 404 (3)
• AERT 405 (3)
• ECT 191 or 196 (3)
• GEOG 213 (3)
• IPC 102 (3)
• IPC 201, 203, 207 or 306 (3)
• MATH 122 (3) and 129 (2) or MATH 128 (5) or MATH 130 (3)
• MATH 126 (5) or MATH 131 (5) or STAT 200 (3)
• MGMT 305 (3) or AERO 311 (3)
• MIS 200 (3)
• PHYS 201 (5) (applicable to BG Perspective natural science requirement)
• PSYC 101 (4) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
• SOC 101 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences requirement)
• TECH 101 (3)
• TECH 289 (4), TECH 389 (4), TECH 489 (4) (required cooperative education work experiences)
• TECH 302 (3) (applicable to BG Perspective social and behavioral sciences and international perspective requirements)
• Supplemental Focus (9) (courses are in addition to those specifically listed as program requirements)
  Select from:
  • AERT 406, 407, 447
  • AERT 440, 443, 445
  • CS or CST 200-400
  • GEOG 125 (applicable to BG Perspective natural science requirement) or 303 or 412
  • ACCT or ACT 200-300
  • ECON 200-300
  • FIN 300-400
  • LEGS 300-400
  • MATH 200-400
  • MKT 300-400
  • MGMT 300-400
  • IPC 200-400
  • PSYC 311 or 350
  • ENVH 307
  • ENVS 403 or GEOG 424
  • MILS 302, 401, 402
  • AERO 312, 411, 412