Aviation (AVIT) Undergraduate Programs

216 HEADLEY HALL/(320) 308-2107
www.stcloudstate.edu/aviation

Also see College of Science and Engineering description and requirements.

Chairperson: Steven L. Anderson.
Faculty: Aceves, Anderson, Ferguson, Harl, Johnson, Olson

The Aviation Department offers two degree programs of study: a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aviation and a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Aviation Maintenance Management.

The B.S. in Aviation with emphases in Professional Flight, Management, and Operations is accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI). The B.A.S. program in Aviation Maintenance Management is designed to accommodate a person that has completed an aviation maintenance or avionics certificate/diploma program through a technical college or the military equivalent. Students can complete the B.A.S. degree program either as a totally online program or through the regular classroom setting. The Aviation Minor provides for optional study in Flight, Operations, or Management when combined with another university major.

The aviation programs are designed to prepare individuals for professional positions in the aviation industry. Excellent opportunities exist in flight, management, training, research, development, operations, and other areas. The curricula are based upon recommendations by industry boards, accrediting agencies, Federal Aviation Administration, University Aviation Association, and universities having similar degree programs.

The Department of Aviation recognizes Junior status as 60 credits from graduation and Senior status as 30 credits from graduation as indicated on the approved major program form. Only students admitted to a university major program may enroll in 300 or 400 level courses. Transfer students with adviser approval may take upper-division classes during their first year in attendance. Students are advised to have access to a personal computer, and may be required to purchase some software packages.

A GPA of 2.50 on SCSU course work is required for graduation with an aviation major.

Admission to Major

1. Complete AVIT 101, 103 (complete in first two semesters); MATH 112, 211; CMST 192, and ENGL 191. Transfer students who have completed the pre- major courses at another regionally accredited college or university will have alternative pre-major courses assigned by the aviation faculty.
2. Attain a minimum GPA of 2.50 both in the pre-major core (C- or better required in each pre-major course) and all SCSU course work.
3. Obtain an Application for Major from the dean's office and complete it with the assistance of the major adviser.
4. All major/minor program elective credits must be approved by an aviation adviser. Internship and cooperative education opportunities are available for Junior/Senior students.
5. New students holding flight ratings must consult with an aviation adviser for procedures to obtain credit for AVIT flight courses. Once a student enrolls at SCSU, flight classes must be completed through the approved contractor in St. Cloud.
6. Application does not insure admission to major program. Acceptance may depend upon the number of majors currently enrolled. Admission to major program will be complete when the form is on file in the dean's office and on record in the Office of Records and Registration.

Ground School/Flight Rating Policy - Credits in Transfer

Students with pilot certificates and ratings earned without college credit through training at private flight schools, fixed base operations, or other schools not accredited by a regional educational accrediting agency and who wish to receive college credit for these ratings must register for credit- by-examination. The student must arrange with Aviation faculty for the appropriate ground and/or flight proficiency examination(s). Credit by exam is valid only for flight ratings earned prior to enrolling at SCSU.

Students with pilot certificates and ratings earned with college credit through another regionally accredited college or university may transfer those credits to satisfy Aviation curriculum requirements without demonstration of proficiency. The college or university which grants credit for flight training under this provision affirms that the resident aviation faculty directly supervises and/or provides oversight of the flight training process.

In either case, students desiring to major in Professional Flight must complete AVIT 354 and two of the following classes: AVIT 102, 204, 210, 356, 362, 364, 366 at SCSU.

Flight Training and FAA Certification

Flight training for university credit must be completed through the SCSU approved flight training provider(s). Students are required to obtain the appropriate FAA pilot certificate or rating for all flight courses/labs (AVIT 102, 204, 210, 356, 362, 363, 364, 365, 366). Students are free to take FAA Practical Tests for pilot certifications or ratings from any FAA Designated Pilot Examiner they choose. All flight training and certification related fees are to be paid by the student.

Adding a Minor or Double Major

Students wishing to add the Aviation major or minor are required to discuss their plans with an Aviation adviser. Students majoring in Aviation will not be able to add another major or a minor in Aviation. The only exception to this policy is that an Aviation Management major may add a Flight minor with adviser approval. Elective credits in the minor and/or major cannot be double counted.

Bachelor of Science

Aviation Major (77)
Aviation core (27 credits): AVIT 101*, 103**, 307, 315, 317, 325; MATH 112*, 211*; MGMT 301.
* indicates major prerequisites (CMST 192 & ENGL 191 are also required to be completed as major prerequisites).
** Must be taken in students' first two semesters.

To satisfy the university upper division writing requirement, aviation major students may choose between AVIT 419 or AVIT 444; however, if AVIT 444 is chosen, prior approval by the internship coordinator will be required.

Professional Flight Emphasis (50)
AVIT 102, 203, 204, 205, 210, 351, 353, 354, 356, 361, 362, 379, 413, 419, 421, 423, 444; EAS 104, 360; PHYS 231.

Operations Emphasis (48)
AVIT 203 or 345, 379 or 415, 419 or 444**, 423, 409 or 411 or 413 or 429; EAS 104, 360; PHYS 231; CMST 341; MGMT 365. Elective credits in focus area approved by adviser: (16).

Management Emphasis (45)
AVIT 409, 411, 413, 423, 429 (3 of 5)*; 419 or 444**; STAT 229 or AVIT 345; ACCT 291, 292; CMST 341; MGMT 352, 365; BLAW 235; ECON 195 or 201; PHYS 103 or 231. Elective credits approved by adviser (5-6).

*Students focusing on Airport Management need to complete AVIT 409, 413 and 429. Students focusing on Airline Management need to complete AVIT 411, 413 and 423.
**AVIT 419 or 444 needs to relate to focus area.

Aviation Minor (24-25)
The Aviation Minor is designed to complement major concentrations in business, earth science, biology, education, etc. It is a unique program that provides several concentration options to fit the diverse needs of students. Electives must be approved by an Aviation adviser.

Flight (25)
AVIT 101, 102, 103, 203, 204, 325, 351, 353, 354, 356

Operations (24)
AVIT 101, 103, 203 or 315, 325; Electives: (12)

Management (24)
AVIT 101, 103, 307, 317, MGMT 301; ACCT 291; AVIT 409 or 411 or 413; Electives: (3)

Bachelor of Elective Studies

Minor (24)
Area/credits to be determined by department.

Bachelor of Applied Science

Aviation Maintenance Management Emphasis (85)

This emphasis is designed to provide a cooperative articulated bachelors degree for students completing an aviation maintenance or avionics certificate/diploma program at a technical college. The program includes the regular SCSU general education components, and aviation and management components to enhance the academic qualifications of the graduates and provide for career advancement. Up to forty credits will be accepted in transfer for a maintenance or avionics certificate/diploma completed at a regionally accredited post secondary school or military equivalent, which may only be applied to this program. Up to six credits of the program coursework may also be counted towards the SCSU general education requirements.

To satisfy the university upper division writing requirement, aviation major students may choose between AVIT 419 or AVIT 444; however, if AVIT 444 is chosen, prior approval by the internship coordinator will be required.

AVIT 103*, 307*, 317, 325*, 345, [(3 of 5) 409, 411, 413, 423, 429], 419 or 444; MGMT 301, 352, 365; CMST 341; MKTG 320 or CNA 302

3 upper division major program electives approved by adviser.

*Indicates major prerequisites (CMST 192 & ENGL 191 or equivalent are also required to be completed as major prerequisites).