Bachelor of Science in
Aeronautical Science - Flight

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will:

• Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and applied sciences at various levels of education.
• Analyze and interpret data provided from various sources.
• Make positive contributions and function on multi-disciplinary teams in a crew type environment.
• Understand professional and ethical responsibility as it applies to the aviation industry.
• Communicate effectively using technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Recognize the need for, and be able to engage in, lifelong learning.
• Reflect knowledge of contemporary issues affecting the aviation industry through their actions and attitudes.
• Use the techniques, skill, and modern technology necessary for professional practice.
• Possess an understanding of the national and international aviation environment.
• Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of business sustainability as it applies to aviation industry issues.

Open Electives

Airbus Track 

Students who are selected to participate in this track will complete the final twelve credits (eighth semester) of the BSAS degree at an Airbus Americas Training facility in Miami, FL.  Students will also have the potential to complete Airbus jet transition training and receive an A320 a type rating.  Students in this track will take/receive credit for the following courses while training at the Airbus Training Facility. See Aeronautical Science Department for program requirements and application procedure.

Flight education is a continuous process that normally begins sometime during the student’s first year of attendance and will progress until culminating in a multi-engine commercial certificate with an instrument rating. The curriculum is designed to allow students to meet core objectives in a reasonable amount of time. For average course costs and hour durations please visit: https://daytonabeach.erau.edu/college-aviation/flight/flight-course-costs/va-letter.

Various factors influence students’ progress. These factors include student academic preparation, student availability, student determination and dedication, the availability of aircraft and instructor pilots, and the cooperation of the weather. Consequently, some students will finish before others. After completing the core curriculum, students may take an additional semester or more to acquire additional advanced certificates and ratings.

Refer to the Undergraduate Academic Regulations and Procedures section for academic credit for flight training at other institutions. After matriculation to Embry-Riddle, all flight training must be completed on-campus to earn the Aeronautical Science degree.

Cooperative Education credits may only be used as open electives.

Suggested Plan of Study

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will:

• Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and applied sciences at various levels of education.
• Analyze and interpret data provided from various sources.
• Make positive contributions and function on multi-disciplinary teams in a crew type environment.
• Understand professional and ethical responsibility as it applies to the aviation industry.
• Communicate effectively using technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Recognize the need for, and be able to engage in, lifelong learning.
• Reflect knowledge of contemporary issues affecting the aviation industry through their actions and attitudes.
• Use the techniques, skill, and modern technology necessary for professional practice.
• Possess an understanding of the national and international aviation environment.
• Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of business sustainability as it applies to aviation industry issues.

Various factors influence student progress. These factors include student academic preparation, student availability, student determination and dedication, the availability of aircraft and instructor pilots, and the cooperation of the weather. Consequently, some students will finish before others. After completing the flight core curriculum, students may take an additional semester or more to acquire additional advanced certificates and ratings, including certified flight instructor airplane and instrument, and/or they may enroll in the Airline Flight Crew Techniques and Procedures or the Airline Dispatch Operations course.

After matriculation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, all flight training for credit must be completed at Embry-Riddle. Only under extreme extenuating circumstances will ERAU students be allowed to complete any off-campus training for credit after matriculation. Students desiring to do so must obtain written approval in advance from the Flight Department Chair. The credit will be awarded as advanced standing, and the procedures for requesting credit when training is completed will be specified in the written approval (Off Campus Authorization Form).

Aeronautical Science students will be awarded credit for FAA certificates held prior to matriculation to Embry-Riddle and may be approved to complete partial training towards a certificate or rating if flight training from an appropriately rated instructor was logged prior to matriculation. If FAA certificates are held, this training must have occurred after the attainment of the most recent certificate for which credit is granted. Except as provided above, after a student matriculates, all flight training must be completed at Embry-Riddle. In all cases, students must satisfactorily complete at least one flight course on campus after advanced standing is awarded. See the Flight Department chair as appropriate concerning exact credit.

Enrollment in flight courses requires proof of U.S. citizenship or a Department of Justice background check for international students. Please see the Aviation Transportation and Security Act (ATSA) under the Admissions section of this catalog.

Program Requirements

General Education

Embry-Riddle degree programs require students to complete a minimum of 36 hours of General Education coursework. For a full description of Embry-Riddle General Education guidelines, please see the General Education section of this catalog.

Students may choose other classes outside of their requirements, but doing so can result in the student having to complete more than the degree's 120 credit hours.  This will result in additional time and cost to the student.

Aeronautical Science Core (91 Credits)

The following course of study outlines the quickest and most cost-efficient route for students to earn their B.S. in Aeronautical Science. Students are encouraged to follow the course of study to ensure they complete all program-required courses and their prerequisites within four years.

Courses in the core with a # will satisfy your general education requirements.

Capstone Requirements (9 Credits)

Choose one Flight Track - Professional Pilot or Flight Education

Professional Pilot Flight Track (20 Credits)

Flight Education Track (20 Credits)

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PSY 222 Fall Run Only

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Offered in Spring Only

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If a student possesses an FAA Commercial Certificate in a category or class other than Airplane, Single Engine Land, the student will be enrolled in FA 399 in lieu of FA 321. 

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General Education Courses

All Army ROTC students are required to complete SS 321 - U.S. Military History 1900-Present (3 credits) in order to commission.

Suggested Plan of Study