Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science in Aviation

The Bachelor of Science in Aviation is designed to prepare students for responsible positions in general and commercial aviation. The major is organized around three specializations: aviation management and operations, aviation engineering technology, and flight technology and operations.

College of Technology, Architecture, and Applied Engineering

The Department of Engineering Technology is located in the 264 Technology Building and 204 Technology Annex. All instruction leading toward Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight certification is conducted in accordance with the appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations. All courses in the major (AERT) must be completed with a C or better.

Program Requirements

All students are also required to complete coursework in areas of science and mathematics, BG Perspective, and business. Supervised cooperative education experiences, related to the specializations selected, are required. The college restricts the award of credit for flight and ground training attained outside the BGSU Aviation Studies Program.

Flight Training

After a student has enrolled at Bowling Green State University, all subsequent flight and ground training must be completed in residence at the University. Flight and ground training obtained elsewhere are not permitted without written authorization of the Dean of the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering.

Fees and Refunds

Fees for the flight instruction courses are based on the approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) training course syllabus hours. Students may require additional hours to reach the level of proficiency required by FAA standards. In this case, additional fees will be charged to the student based on the additional hours a student has received.

Course Schedule

All AERT concentration courses are offered during evenings on a five-year rotating plan.

Rates and Total Hour Listings by Course

The following rates and total hour listings are applicable to the program:

• Course Title | Maximum Solo Hours | Maximum Dual Hours | Ground | Pre/Post
• Instrument Rating | 31 | 72.5 | 28.8 | 31.2
• Commercial Single | 14 | 31.6 | 25.0 | 13.2
• Commercial Multi | 0 | 20.0 | 5.8 | 6.0

Type of Aircraft

The following types of aircraft are used in the program:

• Type of Aircraft | Horse Power | Dual Rate | Solo Rate
• Warrior | 160 | $242 | $184
• Archer | 180 | $242 | $184
• Piper Arrow | 200 | $283 | $225
• Piper Seminole (dual) | 180 | $373 | $315
• Simulator | | $160 | $102

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in aviation studies are expected to:

• Solve aviation-related problems using knowledge, skills, and aptitudes gained in the program to assure productive outcomes
• Maintain professional and social relationships with others in developing, conducting, and promoting safe aviation operations

Specializations

The program offers the following specializations:

• Aviation Management and Operations: designed to prepare students for career positions with airports, general aviation facilities, airlines, corporations, engineering and consulting firms, and auxiliary businesses
• Flight Technology and Operations: prepares students for a career as a commercial pilot for airlines, air cargo companies, corporate or business operations, and numerous general aviation positions
• Airport Systems and Operations: a minor available to students in any undergraduate major, designed to prepare students for career positions similar to the aviation management and operations specialization

Airport Systems and Operations Minor

The airport systems and operations minor is available to students in any undergraduate major at the University, except students majoring in the aviation management and operations or Aviation Engineering Technology specializations. Students must meet all prerequisites for the required courses.