Associate in Science, Liberal Studies
Jointly Offered by Middlesex Community College and National Aviation Academy
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Program Description:
The Aviation Maintenance Technology Associate in Science, Liberal Studies degree program prepares students for employment with major and commuter airlines, airplane and helicopter engine manufacturers, and many other aviation-related companies. Training also provides the background for career advancement in these industries.
The hands-on aircraft maintenance instruction and training at National Aviation Academy, located at 130 Baker Ave. Extension in Concord, MA, is the first component of the program. Students complete the requirements for the Associate in Science degree at MCC. The general education and business courses strengthen communications, computer and management competency. MCC associate degree credits for the aviation maintenance courses are awarded on receipt of an official transcript from National Aviation Academy. Students may begin their MCC coursework at any time.
Career and Transfer Outlook:
Graduates of the program find work as aviation mechanics for airlines and the aviation industry. Job opportunities exist locally and throughout the world. An associate degree graduate with experience may be more quickly promoted into management or into more responsible positions, such as maintenance controller or field service technician.
Helpful Hints:
Students should take mathematics and English courses at MCC as soon as possible.
Program Outcomes:
Graduates of the Aviation Maintenance Technology program will achieve the learning outcomes of the Liberal Studies degree. Additionally, graduates are prepared to:
- Work in the field of aircraft maintenance;
- Demonstrate knowledge of aircraft maintenance principles;
- Use basic computer applications common in the business world;
- Articulate basic business management principles;
- Apply basic mathematics to solve work-related problems.
Admission Note:
Students are urged to meet with academic advisors at both MCC and the National Aviation Academy. Students must complete all program requirements at the NAA and must submit their National Aviation Academy Maintenance Certificate transcript to be accepted into the Aviation Maintenance Technology, A.S. degree program at MCC. Contact the National Aviation Academy (NAA) at www.NAA.edu and 781-274-8448 to coordinate program requirements and course sequencing before beginning this program.
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