Aviation Technology
Transportation is a critical sector of the United States economy. Almost 10 million people are employed in transportation or transportation-related occupations. This industry sector represents over 11 percent of the gross domestic product and is among the fastest growing of all sectors. There will be a growing number of career opportunities in a variety of professional and technical occupations, as well as high-wage, entry-level occupations that can provide career advancement opportunities.
This career cluster prepares students for careers involving automotive repair, automotive collision repair, and aviation. Automotive careers require you to have a strong mechanical ability. The nation’s dependence on automobiles means the job demand will remain strong in the automotive fields. Aviation programs prepare students for a range of possible aviation careers, such as pilots, aircraft engineers, air traffic control specialists, aircraft mechanics, or airline statisticians.
Aviation Flight Courses Offered:
- Introduction to Aerospace
- Aviation I: Principles of Flight
- Aviation II: Advanced Flight
Aviation Maintenance Courses Offered:
- Introduction to Aerospace
- Aviation Maintenance I
- Aviation Maintenance II: Dual Enrollment