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Nov 26, 2024
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2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Aviation Technology (ATV) Major, B.S.
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All students must complete the 34 hours of General Studies specified by the AVS Department. The Aviation and Aerospace Science Department Handbook, available in the Department office, SS 102, lists required General Studies courses, each concentration with a recommended course sequence, and AVS policies and procedures. Students should schedule an advising session with an AVS faculty member early in their first semester in the Department and each semester thereafter.
A grade of at least “C” is required in all upper division courses listed as part of the major, whether or not they are AES courses, including electives. This requirement does not apply to the minor or to General Studies.
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General Studies Required Courses for AMG and ATV Majors
Professional Flight Officer Concentration
This concentration is designed for those planning a career as a professional pilot with an airline.
A student choosing this concentration must have an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument rating and either the FAA Flight Instructor certificate (CFI) or the FAA Advanced Ground Instructor certificate before graduation. For the Lighter-than-Air category, a student must have the Advanced Ground Instructor certificate. **Prerequisites for AES 4710 include a multiengine rating or successful completion of AES 3710.
AES approved electives: 3 - 4 hours
Total for Required Courses for Professional FLight Officer Concentration: 68
| General Studies for All AES Majors |
34 |
| Minor (non-AES except for Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics minor, which is 31 credits) |
18-31 |
| Total Hours Required |
120-133 |
Aerospace Operations Concentration:
This concentration is designed for those seeking a career in aviation or aerospace operations, such as aircraft dispatcher or the military. Total for Required Aerospace Operations Concentration Courses: 39
Plus a minimum of 29 semester hours of Approved AES Electives: 29
The following courses may be substituted for Approved AES electives:
Totals:
| Total for Aerospace Operations Concentration |
68 |
| General Studies for All AES Majors |
34 |
| Minor (non-AES except for Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics minor, which is 31 credits) |
18 |
| Total Hours Required |
120 |
Aerospace Operations Concentration - Space Commercialization Emphasis
This emphasis will provide the opportunity of employment in an important and expanding part of the Colorado and national economy. Required Aerospace Operations Concentration Courses
The following courses may be substituted for Approved AES electives:
Totals:
| Total for Space Operations Emphasis |
68 |
| General Studies for all AES majors |
34 |
| Minor (non-AES) |
18 |
| Total Hours Required |
120 |
Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) Concentration:
Metropolitan State College of Denver has been designated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of its Collegiate Training Initiative as an approved AT-CTI Program. This concentration is designed to provide a pathway for students interested in becoming FAA air traffic controllers. Total for Required AT-CTI Concentration Courses: 46
Totals:
| General Studies for All AES Majors |
34 |
| Minor (non-AES except for Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics minor, which is 31 credits) |
18-31 |
| Unrestricted Electives |
9-22 |
| Total Hours Required |
120 |
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