AOTP 1450 - Aviation Management

Credit hours: 3

Course Description:
This course is a study of the administrative problems of aviation. Financing, personnel recruitment and training, industrial relations, scheduling, governmental regulations, equipment, and other problems peculiar to air carriers and flight operations are some of the topics covered in this course. Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to describe the rewards and problems associated with operating an aviation-related business.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Explain the historical development of the aviation Industry in the United States.
Explain the economic role of airlines and their effect locally, regionally, and nationally.
Describe the changes and trends in air cargo and the need for additional air cargo facilities.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate skillfully.
Explain the effects of bankruptcies on the aviation industry and aviation labor markets.
Describe the role of labor relations and personnel policies
Describe the challenges of the aviation business financing