Whether you are interested in a career in aviation or want to become a pilot, COD offers:

• Dedicated aviation faculty members who are certified pilots and experienced FAA instructors.
• State-of-the-art facilities and top-of-the-line learning tools including a Redbird Flight Simulator.
• Affordable courses to help you achieve success without creating overwhelming debt or draining your savings account.
• Access to financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
• Small class sizes to ensure you receive personalized attention.

Aviation Management, A.A.S.

The Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Management degree will provide students various aviation industry education and employment opportunities. Students will be exposed to two aviation tracks: one to complete their FAA pilot certifications while completing their degree, and one that focuses on management if the student has already obtained their certifications or does not wish to do so.

Academic and Career Pathways give you a roadmap to achieving your career goals. Follow a pathway based on your degree or certificate that outlines which classes you need to take and when so you graduate on time or move on to the next phase in your career.

• Aviation Management, Associate in Applied Science

Flight Training:

• Demonstrate an understanding of government regulations and requirements for aircraft operation.
• Apply learned techniques to airport and airline efficiency.
• Safely and successfully operate aircraft within the National Airspace System.
• Demonstrate technical proficiencies with the operations of an aircraft.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with Aviation industry professionals and classmates to accomplish a shared goal of safe Aviation.

Management:

• Gain an understanding of the aviation industry from outside the cockpit.
• Recognize the various non-flying vocational opportunities available within the aviation industry.

College of DuPage partners with several four-year institutions to help students seamlessly complete a bachelor’s degree in aviation. Students can connect with Transfer Services for personalized guidance on transfer opportunities.

For more information about Transfer Pathways, visit the College of DuPage Catalog. The pathway outlines a typical two-year course plan for completing an AA or AS degree before transferring to a four-year program. Course requirements vary by institution, so consult your faculty or academic advisor for specific guidance.

Articulation Agreements

College of DuPage maintains transfer agreements with many colleges and universities to ensure a smooth transition toward a bachelor’s degree. These agreements often include a defined course sequence. Students should regularly meet with a faculty member or Advising Services to stay on track.

Transfer Guides

Beyond articulation agreements and guaranteed admission programs, College of DuPage courses transfer to many other institutions. Transfer Guides help students select COD courses that meet prerequisites for specific majors and include details such as contact information, major requirements, general education requirements, and transfer policies.

• Southern Illinois University, Carbondale AAS Aviation Managment to Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management