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Aviation OperationsBachelor of Science

CIP: 490101

The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Operations program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex operations and management aspects of the aviation industry. Throughout the program, students will learn about the technical, operational, and financial aspects of aviation. The curriculum includes courses in airport management, air traffic control, aviation law, aviation technology, and airline operations. As a college requirement, students will have the opportunity to study theoretical courses on flying fundamentals and aerodynamics. Additionally, students will learn about aviation safety and security, including emergency response procedures, risk management, and crisis management.

Graduates of the program will be well-equipped to pursue a career in various aspects of aviation operations, including airport management, airline operations, and aviation safety and security. They will have a thorough understanding of the aviation industry and its challenges, and be prepared to tackle the complexities of aviation operations in a professional and efficient manner.

Disclaimer: Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Operations program will not take any flight courses as part of their curriculum. Students who are interested in pursuing a career in flying are recommended to consider the Professional Pilot program instead.


Core Curriculum 33 credits
Course number Course name Course credits
CMS 200 Computer Applications 3
DJC 301 Critical Thinking and Writing 3
DQR 401 Personal Finance/Statistical Analysis 3
DSL 301 Contemporary Issues in Science 3
DSS 301 Presentational Communication & Technology 3
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
International Relations or History Elective 3
Humanities Elective 3
HUM 420 Ethical Decision Making 3
Behavioral or Social Science Elective 3
MAT XXX College Level Math 3
College Core Requirements 54 credits
Course number Course name Course credits
ACC 205 Financial Reporting and Management Decisions 3
AVF 120 Primary Flight Theory - Basic Ground School 3
AVF 121 Primary Flight Theory - Advanced Ground School 3
AVS 102 Aviation History 3
AVS 226 Aviation Weather 3
AVS 250 Aviation Safety and Human Factors 3
AVS 347 Aviation Operations 3
AVS 431 Global Aviation Regulations & Law 3
AVS 481 Aviation Seminar 3
AVS 498 Aviation Internship 3
BUS 150 Business of Innovation 3
BUS 180 Principles of Economics 3
BUS 270 Principles of Management and Leadership 3
BUS 322 Business Analytics Using Excel Modeling 3
BUS 350 Human Resource Management 3
BUS 372 The Legal Environment of Business 3
BUS 425 Operations Management and Business Process Modeling with Excel 3
MKT 250 Principles of Marketing 3
Major Requirements 15 credits
Course number Course name Course credits
AVS 341 Airport Operations 3
AVS 346 Fixed-base Operations 3
AVS 441 Airline and Airport Operations 3
AVS 482 Air Traffic Basics 3
AVS 483 Aviation Technologies 3
Electives 18 credits
Course number Course name Course credits
Elective 18
Total 120 credits

4-year plan