The BS in air traffic management provides a technical foundation in air traffic control procedures and operations for students interested in becoming air traffic controllers who ensure safe, orderly and expeditious flow of aircraft traffic on the ground and in the air. Students gain a strong background in aircraft operations, management skills and business principles through course work specific to air traffic control. Additional Program Fee: Yes Second Language Requirement: No First Required Math Course: MAT 265 - Calculus for Engineers I. Program Math Intensity:program math intensity substantial Substantial

The number of controllers projected to be hired by the Federal Aviation Administration through 2021 is 11,747. Increases in the volume of air traffic will require more controllers to handle the additional work. New computerized systems will assist controllers by automatically making many of the routine decisions. This will allow controllers to handle more traffic, thus increasing their productivity. To prepare for this challenge, students receive training in the methodologies and technologies that are currently being developed for the next generation air traffic control systems. Despite the obvious demand for new controllers in the immediate future, competition to get into the FAA-approved training programs is expected to remain intense, as there generally are many more applicants than there are openings. Graduates who have met all of the FAA requirements will be considered for employment. Example Careers: Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to the following: *growth *median salary Air Traffic Controllers 13.05% $113,540 Airfield Operations Specialists 13.02% $47,180