Aviation Science: Pilot

Program Requirement Information

 

This program offers a state-of-the-art curriculum for those students who intend to enter the field of aviation as pilots. Designed primarily for students who anticipate transferring to a four-year institution to pursue a baccalaureate degree, the program contains a balance of liberal arts and sciences courses, technical courses, and flight labs.  

The program specifically prepares matriculated students to meet the stringent requirements outlined by the FAA in order to acquire a Private Pilot Certificate and Commercial Pilot Certificate, both with an Airplane Category Rating and a Single Engine Class Rating. In this program, students will gain the knowledge and proficiency necessary to acquire an Instrument Rating. Students are provided with coordinated flight training in single engine airplanes and a ground trainer. Although primarily a transfer program, Aviation Science can also lead to a rewarding entry-level career in aviation support positions concerned with other multifaceted aspects of the aviation industry.

 The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree is awarded upon completion of requirements for this program.

 • An important requirement for enrollment into the Aviation Science program is the successful completion of an FAA physical, leading to a First or Second Class Medical Certificate. The Medical Certificate is required by the Federal Aviation Administration in order for enrollees to act as a Pilot in Command in a commercial environment. A list of local FAA approved doctors will be provided by the Program Coordinator.

• FEES: Aviation Science flight labs require additional and substantial lab fees. Refer to course descriptions and the College Master Schedule for fee specifics. 

• The Free Elective provides students with the opportunity to select a course which might otherwise not be applicable in their program to broaden their educational experience at DCC.

 • Students are required to pass the required FAA written exam, which will be administered at the end of each specified flight class. Flight labs will require the successful completion of stage exams, flight stage checks, and, at course completion, final stage check or practical test. Advancement through the program requires that the above requirements are met.

 • Courses must be selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator.

 • Practical exams must be passed seven days prior to the last day of class.

 Aviation Program

Liaison

John Trosie

(845) 431-8000 ext. 3380

 For more information, please call the Program Coordinator John Trosie at (845) 431-8000, ext 3380, email trosie@sunydutchess.edu, or the Admissions Office at (845) 431-8010.