Bachelor of Science in
Aviation Maintenance
With an innovative 120-credit curriculum and a blend of general education and aviation maintenance core courses, this degree gives graduates a competitive edge.
As a recognized leader in aviation and aerospace education, Embry-Riddle prepares students to meet the future needs of the aviation industry. The Boeing Company forecasts 739,000 new maintenance technician jobs worldwide in the next 20 years, making aviation maintenance an important factor in keeping the industry thriving.
The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance degree is designed to lay the groundwork for a successful career within the aviation maintenance field. It focuses on numerous aspects of aviation
maintenance, including aircraft electrical systems theory, airframe systems applications, organizational behavior and social responsibility and ethics.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary of an aircraft mechanic is $66,680. In today’s competitive workforce, a degree such as the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance will help professionals stand out among the competition.
DETAILS
About Aviation Maintenance at the Worldwide & Online Campus
The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance program meticulously trains students to service, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft. With an innovative curriculum comprised of 120 credit hours and a combination of general education and aviation maintenance core courses, Embry-Riddle students gain a solid foundation for their career. Certifications and licenses previously earned may qualify for applied credit.
In today’s competitive workforce, it takes something extra to move up the career ladder. Aviation professionals can get that edge with a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University — Worldwide.
Pursuing a degree at the Worldwide & Online Campus allows students to structure their education around their lifestyles. Students can take classes where and when they want.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
General Education
| General Education | ||
| Embry-Riddle courses in the general education categories of Communication Theory and Skills, Humanities, Social Sciences, Physical and Life Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science may be chosen from as listed, assuming prerequisites are met. Courses from other institutions are acceptable if they fall into these broad categories and are at the level specified. | ||
| Communication Theory and Skills | ||
| Any Communication Theory and Skills above ENGL 106 | 9 | |
| Humanities | ||
| Lower-Level Humanities (Any Lower or Upper Level Humanities) | 3 | |
| Upper-Level Humanities (Any Upper Level Humanities) | 3 | |
| Social Sciences | ||
| Any Social Science | 6 | |
| Physical and Life Science | ||
| Any Physical Science/Physics | 6 | |
| Mathematics | ||
| Any College Algebra or Higher Math Series | 6 | |
| Computer Science | ||
| Any Computer Science | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
Core/Major
| Aviation Maintenance Courses | ||
| AMNT 240 | General Aeronautics and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 260 | Aircraft Electrical Systems Theory | 3 |
| AMNT 270 | Airframe Structures and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 271 | Airframe Systems and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 280 | Reciprocating Engine Theory and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 281 | Turbine Engine Theory and Applications | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| Program Support | ||
| ASCI 202 | Introduction to Aeronautical Science | 3 |
| MGMT 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| STAT 211 | Statistics with Aviation Applications | 3 |
| RSCH 202 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
| Program Core | ||
| AMNT 265 | Aeronautical Electronics for Aviation Maintenance Technicians | 3 |
| ASCI 404 | Applications in Aviation & Aerospace Law | 3 |
| AMNT 416 | Aviation Maintenance Management: A Global Perspective | 3 |
| AMNT 429 | Advanced Technologies in Design and Production of Aircraft Structures and Systems | 3 |
| ASCI 309 | Aerodynamics | 3 |
| AMNT 424 | Maintenance Repair and Overhaul in Aviation | 3 |
| AMNT 290 | Introduction to Aerospace Composites | 3 |
| AMNT 272 | Fundamentals of Aircraft Avionics | 3 |
| AMNT 491 | Operational Applications in Aviation Maintenance | 3 |
| Total Credits | 27 | |
| Program Specialization | 18 | |
| Choose one specialization | ||
Electives
| Aviation Maintenance Electives | 9 | |
| Aviation Maintenance, Aeronautical Science, Management, Computer Science, and Engineering Technology. | ||
| Total Degree Requirements | 120 | |
Specializations:
Management
In aviation maintenance, there is a continual need for the comprehensive management of maintenance programs. The Management specialization provides students of Aviation Maintenance an integrated understanding of the theories, concepts, and practical applications of logistics, procurement, production, life cycle analysis, and project management.
| UNSY 316 | Operational and Business Aspects of Unmanned Aircraft Systems | 3 |
| AMNT 322 | Aircraft Inspection and Scheduled Maintenance Programs | 3 |
| BUSW 324 | Aviation Labor Relations | 3 |
| MGMT 411 | Logistics Management for Aviation/Aerospace | 3 |
| PMGT 325 | Concepts and Practices of Project Management | 3 |
| Upper-Level Management Electives | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
-OR-
Safety
In aviation maintenance, there is a recognized need for safety professionals. The Safety specialization provides students of Aviation Maintenance an opportunity to complement their practical experience with a study of aviation safety, focusing on the theories and concepts of human factors, mechanical and structural factors, system safety, and maintenance-related safety practices.
| SFTY 320 | Human Factors in Aviation Safety | 3 |
| SFTY 335 | Mechanical and Structural Factors in Aviation Safety | 3 |
| SFTY 341 | Occupational Safety and Health Program Management | 3 |
| SFTY 409 | Aviation Safety | 3 |
| SFTY 440 | System Safety Management | 3 |
| Upper-Level Safety Electives | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| * | Minnesota student residents refer to State of Minnesota Course Requirement statement for Humanities requirements. |
Suggested Plan of Study (BSAVM)
Freshman Year
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credits | |
| ENGL 123 | English Composition | 3 |
| MATH 111 | Pre-calculus for Aviation | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| MATH 112 | Applied Calculus for Aviation | 3 |
| Speech/English Elective | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| Speech/English Elective | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| ECON 210 | Microeconomics | 3 |
or ECON 211
|
Macroeconomics | |
| HUMN 330 | Values and Ethics | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| Any Computer Science | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 3.0 | |
| Credits Total: | 27.0 | |
Sophomore Year
| Year Two | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credits | |
| ASCI 202 | Introduction to Aeronautical Science | 3 |
| STAT 211 | Statistics with Aviation Applications | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| AMNT 240 | General Aeronautics and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 260 | Aircraft Electrical Systems Theory | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| AMNT 270 | Airframe Structures and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 271 | Airframe Systems and Applications | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| AMNT 280 | Reciprocating Engine Theory and Applications | 3 |
| AMNT 281 | Turbine Engine Theory and Applications | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| RSCH 202 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| MGMT 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Credits Total: | 30.0 | |
Junior Year
| Year Three | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credits | |
| OBLD 427 | Management of the Multicultural Workforce | 3 |
| ASCI 404 | Applications in Aviation & Aerospace Law | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| AMNT 416 | Aviation Maintenance Management: A Global Perspective | 3 |
| ACCT 210 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| MMIS 221 | Introduction to Management Information Systems | 3 |
| OBLD 317 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| MGMT 325 | Social Responsibility and Ethics in Management | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| Physical/Life Science Elective | 3 | |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Credits Total: | 30.0 | |
Senior Year (with Management Specialization)
| Year Four | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credits | |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| - - Management Specialization - - | ||
| UNSY 315 | Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Operations | 3 |
| AMNT 322 | Aircraft Inspection and Scheduled Maintenance Programs | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| AMNT 424 | Maintenance Repair and Overhaul in Aviation | 3 |
| MGMT 411 | Logistics Management for Aviation/Aerospace | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| PMGT 325 | Concepts and Practices of Project Management | 3 |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| (MGMT) Upper Level Elective | 3 | |
| AMNT 491 | Operational Applications in Aviation Maintenance | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Credits Total: | 30.0 | |
| Total Credits (w/ Management Specialization) | 120 | |
Senior Year (with Safety Specialization)
| Year Four | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credits | |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| - - Safety Specialization - - | ||
| SFTY 320 | Human Factors in Aviation Safety | 3 |
| SFTY 335 | Mechanical and Structural Factors in Aviation Safety | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| SFTY 341 | Occupational Safety and Health Program Management | 3 |
| SFTY 409 | Aviation Safety | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| SFTY 440 | System Safety Management | 3 |
| Aviation Maintenance Elective: [Aviation Maintenance (AMNT) , Aeronautical Science (ASCI), Management (MGMT), Computer Science (CSCI) and Engineering Technology (ETEC)] | 3 | |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| Upper Level Safety Elective | 3 | |
| AMNT 491 | Operational Applications in Aviation Maintenance | 3 |
| Credits Subtotal | 6.0 | |
| Credits Total: | 30.0 | |
| Total Credits (w/ Safety Specialization) | 120 | |
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