Civil Aviation Transportation Management

College: Vocational School

The Transportation Management specialization in civil aviation focuses on planning, coordinating, and supervising aviation operations, including air traffic control, airport management, and aviation logistics. Students acquire skills in aviation regulations, safety management, operational planning, and logistics, preparing for careers in air traffic control, airport management, aviation consultancy, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles of civil aviation and transportation management.
• Develop skills in air traffic control and airport operations.
• Learn aviation safety management and emergency response techniques.
• Explore operational planning and logistics in aviation.
• Analyze aviation regulations and industry standards.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Gain practical experience through simulations and internships.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Civil Aviation - Overview of civil aviation principles, history, and industry trends.
2. Air Traffic Control - Techniques for managing air traffic and ensuring aircraft safety.
3. Airport Management - Fundamentals of airport operations management, including ground handling, passenger services, and facilities management.
4. Aviation Safety Management - Methods for implementing safety management systems and emergency response plans.
5. Operational Planning and Logistics - Techniques for planning and coordinating aviation operations and logistics.
6. Aviation Regulations and Standards - Understanding and compliance with aviation regulations and industry standards.
7. Aircraft Maintenance Management - Principles of managing aircraft maintenance and ensuring airworthiness.
8. Airline Operations Management - Strategies for managing airline operations, including scheduling, crew management, and fleet management.
9. Environmental Management in Aviation - Exploring environmental issues and sustainable practices in aviation.
10. Aviation Security - Techniques for ensuring aviation security and protection against threats.
11. Aviation Economics and Finance - Understanding the economic and financial aspects of the aviation industry.
12. Portfolio Development - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing air transportation management skills.
13. Practical/Applied Training - Real-world experiences in air traffic control centers, airports, aviation consulting firms, or airline operations departments.
14. Graduation Project - A comprehensive project applying civil aviation transportation management skills, such as developing an airport management plan, conducting an aviation safety audit, or creating an operational logistics strategy.

Evaluation Methods:

• Analysis of civil aviation and transportation management principles.
• Air traffic control projects.
• Airport management projects.
• Aviation safety management projects.
• Operational planning and logistics projects.
• Projects on aviation regulations and standards.
• Aircraft maintenance management projects.
• Airline operations management projects.
• Environmental management in aviation projects.
• Aviation security projects.
• Aviation economics and finance projects.
• Portfolio development projects.
• Internship reports.
• Graduation projects and presentations.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Civil Aviation"
• "Air Traffic Control"
• "Airport Management"
• "Aviation Safety Management"
• "Operational Planning and Logistics"
• "Aviation Regulations and Standards"
• "Aircraft Maintenance Management"
• "Airline Operations Management"
• "Environmental Management in Aviation"
• "Aviation Security"
• "Aviation Economics and Finance"
• "Portfolio Development"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of aviation principles and management skills and an interest in civil aviation.

Duration of Specialization:

Typically, 4 years to obtain a bachelor's degree in civil aviation transportation management.

Certification:

Graduates may obtain certifications such as:

• Air Traffic Control Certificate
• Airport Management Certificate
• Certificates in specific aviation safety management and operations programs

Target Audience:

Ambitious air traffic controllers, airport managers, aviation consultants, and professionals seeking careers in air traffic control centers, airports, aviation consulting firms, and airline operations departments. This specialization equips students with the administrative and operational skills needed to excel in civil aviation transportation management, supporting careers in various roles within air traffic control centers, airports, aviation consulting firms, and airline operations departments.