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AVIATION DEPARTMENT

The Aviation Department offers the following programs:

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Aeronautical Science
Private Pilot.............

Bachelor of Science

Aviation Administration...

Bachelor of Science

Aerospace Technology......

Associate in Applied Science

Aircraft Maintenence......

Associate in Applied Science
Certificate

AVIATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS:

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AERONAUTICAL SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL PILOT

Bachelor of Science Degree Admission Requirements:

Subject	Units	Remarks
Mathematics	2	Sequential (Intergrated Math 1,2 Required (Elementary Algebra and either Plane Geometry or Intermediate Algebra)
Science	1	A science course with associated laboratory required; Chemistry or Physics recommended.*
* See "Testing" under "Academic Information" Medical Certification: Professional Pilots are subject to extensive medical certification requirements by the FAA. Prior to solo flight, FAA regulations require that the student must obtain a Third Class FAA Medical Certificate. Since the Professional Pilot will be required to have either a Second Class FAA Medical (for many corporate pilots) or a First Class FAA Medical (for airline pilots), it is strongly recommended that the student obtain a First Class FAA Medical with Student Pilot Certificate prior to beginning his/her flight training. Questions regarding medical certification should be directed to the Aviation Department Chair.
Dr. Victor I. Bellard, Interim Chairperson
The Bachelor of Science degree program in Aeronautical Science - Professional Pilot offers a balance of flight theory, flight laboratory, and general education courses designed to prepare students for aircrew positions in the aviation industry. The program is structured to enable students to attain the FAA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating and a Certified Flight Instructor Rating. These ratings will enable graduates to obtain employment as a flight instructor and/or copilot in local flight schools, air taxi, or charter operations. Later, as flight experience increases, the broad-based studies in humanities and social and physical sciences will qualify the graduate for aircrew employment in the airline industry at various regional, national and major carriers. The flight training portion of the program is outstanding. The student's flight training, under the supervision of the Chief Pilot, is conducted at the Republic Aviation Center, approximately one and one half miles from the main Farmingdale campus. Students are required to provide their own transportation to the airport. Ground School classes may be held at the airport, however, the majority of the program's academic requirements are offered on the main campus. The College Fleet consisting of nine single-engine Diamond Katana and seven Cessna aircraft is hangered and maintained at the airport. Three ATC-710 digital flight simulators,a Diamond Katana simulator, as well as other computer-aided resources for simulation, meteorology, navigation, cross country flight and others are available at the Repulic Aviation Center. Students receive flight training from FAA Certificated Flight Instructors (CFIs) under the supervision of the Chief Pilot. Flights are routinely conducted seven days per week, year round and are arranged to fit the student's schedule. Flight fees are applicable in addition to tuition. Further information regarding flight fees may be obtained by contacting the department chairperson.
Program of Study

Liberal Arts and Sciences(61 credits)	Credits
ECO 156 Principles of Econ. (Macro Economics)	3
ECO 157 Principles of Econ. (Micro Economics)	3
EGL 101 Composition-Rhetoric	3
EGL 102 Composition-Literature	3
EGL 209 Tech. Communications	3
MTH 129 Pre-Calculus	4
MTH 130 Calculus I with Applications	4
PHY 135 College Physics I	4
PHY 136 College Physics II	4
PSY 101 Intro to Psychology	3
PSY 331 Industrial/Organizational Psych	3
Arts & Science Electives (see note #1)	24
Support Courses(3 credits)
BCS 191 Introduction to Computers	3
Required:
Aeronautical Science - Lecture(51credits)
AVN 100 General Aeronautics	3
AVN 101 Aviation Industry - History	3
AVN 102 Meteorology	3
AVN 220 Inst. Flight & ATC Procedures	3
AVN 300 Government in Aviation	3
AVN 320 Air Carrier Flight Operations	3
AVN 321 Physiology of Flight	3
AVN 322 Advanced Aircraft Systems	4
AVN 323 Air Carrier Flight Operations	3
AVN 400 Aviation Law	3
AVN 421 Gas Turbine Engines	3
AVN 422 Aerodynamics A/C Performance	3
AVN 423 Crew Resource Management	3
AVN 424 Advanced Avionics & C. Automation	3
AVN 425 Safety of Flight
AVN Aviation Electives	6
Required:
Aeronautical Science - Flight Training(13credits)
AVN 110 Introduction to Flight I	0
AVN 111 Private Pilot - Flight	4
AVN 210 Commercial / Inst. Pilot - Flight	6
AVN 310 Flight Instructor - Flight	3

Total Credits: 128

Notes:

Six of the seven Arts & Science electives must meet the Upper Division Core Requirement consisting of two English/ Humanities, two Social Science and two Math/Science courses. Of these, two must be 300-level or above and the remaining four must be 200-level or above or have a college-level prerequisite. Professional Pilot electives must be chosen from the approved Aviation Dept. list of electives. Students with no prior flight time receive an introductory experience in normal preflight, inflight and postflight procedures as provided by the SUNY Flight Line. This experience will better prepare the student for rigorous training offered in AVN111, Private pilot flight, and allow them to evaluate the Professional Pilot career. The experience includes a maximum of five hours - combine d flight and simulator time. Student attitude, aptitude and performance will determine suitability for further training in the program. Flight fees are applicable. Must be Matriculated Aviation Student. The entering student with a Private Pilot Certificate will be evaluated and, if necessary, enabled to gain required experience, skill and knowledge to meet or surpass FAA141 Private Pilot Certificate Practical Test Standards. This evaluation will be indeterminant in length for a one semester manimum duration. It will provide open-ended ground and flight training for meeting or exceeding all Private Pilot FAA competency reuqirements, so that the student will qualify to meet the entrance requirements of the advanced AVN210 Instrument/Commercial Flight course. Flight fees are applicable. Must be a Matriculated Aviaition Student, holding the FAA Private Pilot Certificate. The Aviation Department encourages students who are interested in receiving information about U.S. Military Officer programs to contact professor Louis A. Scala. Phone: (516) 420-2039 E-mail: SCALALA@Farmingdale.edu

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AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor of Science Degree Admission Requirements:

Subject	Units	Remarks
Mathematics	2	Sequential (Intergrated Math 1,2 Required (Elementary Algebra and either Plane Geometry or Intermediate Algebra)
Science	1	A science course with associated laboratory required; Chemistry or Physics recommended.*
* See "Testing" under "Academic Information"
Dr. Victor I. Bellard, Interim Chairperson
The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Administration prepares graduates for entry level administrative/ management positions throughout the three major segments of the aviation industry: manufacturing, the airlines and general aviation. Representative job titles include public relations, industrial relations, passenger service agent, sales representative, assistant airport manager and Fixed Base Operator (FBO) manager. As the Millennium approaches, we observe major shifts in terms of career preparation at all levels throughout the aviation industry. Ever-increasing technological advances in aviation equipment and systems, combined with the highly complex and intricate configurations contemplated within a national systems plan, are creating a demand for persons who possess an expertise and understanding unique to the industry. Advanced levels of education are required of those who are looking to assume an integral role in developing and maintaining an air travel system that is premier in stature within a global network. The academic content of the program involves coursework in aviation-related subjects, business and data processing, and liberal arts and sciences which cover the humanities, social and physical sciences and mathematics. The program is geared towards the development of ethical managers who will serve as aviation administrative professionals in the air transportation industry. The scope of preparation is sufficiently broad to allow for graduate study as a logical progression.
Program of Study

Liberal Arts and Sciences(64 credits)	Credits
ECO 156 Principles of Econ. (Macro Economics)	3
EGL 101 Composition-Rhetoric	3
EGL 102 Composition-Literature	3
EGL 209 Tech. Communications	3
MTH 129 Pre-Calculus	4
MTH 130 Calculus I with Applications	4
PHY 135 College Physics I	4
PHY 136 College Physics II	4
PSY 101 Intro to Psychology	3
PSY 331 Industrial/Organizational Psych	3
Arts & Science Electives (see note #1 and #2)	24
Support Courses(15 credits)
BCS 191 Introduction to Computers	3
BCS 301 System Analysis and Design	3
BUS 301 Financial Accounting	3
BUS 302 Managerial Accounting	3
BUS Elective	3
Required:
Aeronautical Science - Lecture(26 credits)
AST 100 General Aeronautics	3
AST 102 Aviation History	3
AST 118 Systems/Structures	3
AST 208 Meteorology	3
AST 209 Aerodynamics/ A/C Perf	4
AST 213 Electronic Navigation	4
AST 218 Power Plants	3
AST Elective	3
Required:
Aviation Administration(18 credits)
AST 301 Government in Aviation	3
AST 319 Air Carrier Operations	3
AST 401 Aviation Economics	3
AST 402 Aviation Law	3
AST 404 Corporate & Business Aviation	3
AST 405 Air Cargo Operations	3

Total Credits: 123

Notes:

Six of the seven Arts and Science electives must meet the Upper Division Core requirements of two English/Humanities, two Social Sciences and two Math/Science courses. Of these, two must be 300-level or above and the remaining four must be 200-level or above or have a college-level prerequisite. Aviation Administration electives must be chosen from the approved Aviation department list of electives

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AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY

Associate in Applied Science Degree Dr. Victor I. Bellard, Interim Chairperson

This program has been deactivated - enrollment of new students has been suspended for Fall, 1999. Please refer to the Aeronautical Science-Professional Pilot and Aviation Administration baccalaureate programs and contact the Department Chairperson for additional information. Course descriptions are provided in the next section of the catalog for the convenience of presently enrolled students working to complete degree requirements.

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AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE: MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY

Associate in Applied Science Degree Cicate Program

Dr. Victor I. Bellard, Interim Chairperson Professor Louis A. Scala, Coordinator

This program has been deactivated - enrollment of new students has been suspended for Fall, 1999. For additional information contact the Department Chair or Coordinator. Information regarding tuition and fees for currently enrolled students appears below.   Aircraft Maintenance Technology Tuition and Fees Due to the joint nature of this specialized program, tuition for Aircraft Maintenance Technology courses, which are provided by BOCES III, is different than the General Education courses provided by Farmingdale State: Aircraft Maintenance Technology courses (40 credits): $1400.00 for each 4 credit course. General Education courses (31 credits): approximately $128.00 per credit. All college fees are calculated on a per credit basis and not on tuition costs. Questions concerning tuition and other charges for this program should be directed to the Student Accounts offfice at (516) 420-2141.

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Aircraft Maintenance Technology Certificate Program

Dr. Victor I. Bellard, Interim Chairperson Professor Louis A. Scala, Coordinator This program has been deactivated - enrollment of new students has been suspended for Fall, 1999. For additional information contact the Department Chair or Coordinator. Information regarding tuition and fees for currently enrolled students appears below. Aircraft Maintenance Technology Tuition and Fees Due to the joint nature of this specialized program, tuition varies for Aircraft Maintenance Technology courses,which are taught by Wilson Tech and the General Education courses taught by Farmingdale State: Aircraft Maintenance Technology courses (40 credits): $1400.00 for each 4 credit course. All college fees are calculated on a per credit basis and not on tuition costs. Questions concerning tuition and other charges for this program should be directed to the Student Accounts Office at (516) 420-2141.

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