Overview

The Aeronautics major comprises the following concentrations:

The Aeronautical Studies concentration prepares students for entry-level technological positions in aviation and related areas. Although focused on a broad foundation of aeronautically related subjects, the program also provides a significant number of electives that allow students to explore other areas of interest or earn a minor in a particular area of study.
The Air Traffic Control concentration prepares students for professional work in air traffic control and management. Originally, as part of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Air Traffic–Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI), the concentration provides practical simulation-based training in air traffic control that enables the CTI graduates to work as air traffic controllers and managers in the National Airspace System.
The Aviation Management concentration prepares students for entry-level management supervisory and administrative positions in aviation and other aviation-related professional fields.
The Professional Pilot concentration is designed for students who aspire to become professional pilots. This concentration stresses subjects associated with flight systems, propulsion, structures and electronics.

The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Flight Operations concentration is for students who aspire to become professional Unmanned aircraft pilots (drone pilot). This concentration is focused on the safe operations of unmanned aircraft systems, regulations, the technology of autonomous systems and policy regarding the operations of unmanned aerial elements.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this Aeronautics program from Kent State University will be able to:

Apply knowledge of math, science and the applied sciences to aviation-related disciplines.
Analyze and interpret data.
Understand and master the fundamental concepts and skills of airplane flight.
Communicate effectively through written and oral means.
Recognize the need and develop the cognitive abilities to engage in life-long learning by successfully contending with changing technologies, regulatory policies and procedures, market forces and the highly dynamic operational environment of commercial flight and professional aviation.
Understand contemporary issues that affect aviation.
Use the techniques, skills and modern technology necessary for professional practice.
Understand the national and international aviation environment.
Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aeronautics

Non-pilot Elements of Flight Theory

Algebra for Calculus (Kmcr)

Elements of Aviation Weather

Air Traffic Control

Air Traffic Control Laboratory

Human Communication

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00 , International

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National: Feb. 1 - Application Deadline for Merit Scholarship Consideration

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Mechatronics View 146 other Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

New first-year applicants must finish secondary school in their home country by the time of enrollment to be eligible for university (comparable to the completion of senior high school in the U.S.). A student who has previously enrolled in a post-secondary (higher education) institution is required to apply as a transfer student.
First-year undergraduate applicants should meet the minimum requirement of GPA 2.5 on a U.S. 4.0 scale.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21570 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21570 USD per year during 48 months.
National

21570 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21570 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

12464 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12464 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Kent

1036 - 1710 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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