Admissions 1. When the next classes start? Summer Term – May to August, 2007 Fall Term – August to December, 2007 Winter Term - January to May, 2008 To review our Academic Calendars and Exam schedules, click here 2. Is Broward Community College (BCC) an accredited institution? BCC is nationally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools, (SACS) recognized accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education.
3. How can I apply to BCC? You can apply anytime. The quickest and easiest way to apply is online. For more information 4. Where are you located? We are at BCC south campus at 7200 Pines Blvd., bldg. 99, Pembroke Pines, Florida, 33024, adjacent to North Perry Airport. Click here for directions.
5. What do I need to do to start in the aviation programs?
To start in the aviation programs you’ll need your BCC application completed with your high school transcripts or GED and Florida resident documents on file (if claiming Florida Resident status for tuition purposes). Professional Pilot, Aviation Operations, Airport Operation Management and Aviation Maintenance Management major’s need to take the CPT exam ant test into college level courses before enrolling in the aviation program. Airframe, Powerplant and Avionics certificate students must take TABE test within the first 6 weeks in the program. TABE is not a prerequisite to enter the program. See advisor for detailed information. 6. Can a full-time working student attend BCC aviation programs? Yes. Our convenient schedules allow students to work full-time or part-time while completing their degrees. Flexible day and evening classes are available. 7. How and when do I enroll? Students can register at any time by making an appointment with the aviation advisor at eruiz@broward.edu . All aviation courses are restricted so students can’t register online. The advisor will explain and help you understand your assessment scores, assist you in academic and career planning, and help you plan a course schedule. 8. What is the cost of tuition? The tuition is $77.84 per college credit for an in state student, and $270.26 for an out of state student. Aviation maintenance certificates are based on hours of instruction according to FAA and PSAV (Post Secondary Adult Vocational) requirements. Click here for details. Many students qualify for scholarships, grants or federal loans. Click here for financial aid information. 9. How much does the aviation program cost? For specific information on prices please review our web site: Maintenance Program cost Flight Training costs http://www.broward.edu/aviationprogram/Aviation/ProfPilot/CostofProgram/page7586.html
Financial Aid 1. How do I apply for financial aid? Complete your free application for Federal Student Aid FAFSA online and submit your application as soon as possible to allow for processing. Federal student loans, grants and subsidized or unsubsidized funding may be available if you are eligible. 2. Who needs to apply for financial aid? Anyone looking for scholarships or planning to apply for student or parental loans should apply to financial aid. 3. How can I get information about scholarships? You may qualify for a full or partial scholarship. The costs of your books, uniforms and even tools could be covered. Find more scholarship information at the BCC foundation web site.
4. How do I know if I’m approved for financial aid? You must check your application status and the awarded money at your “my BCC” page or by calling 954 201 8846. Our Financial Aid Department will let you know what aid, if any, you qualify for prior to the start of classes. Application deadlines may apply so look here for datelines. Aviation Maintenance Technology Program 1. What certificates can I obtain with BCC’s aviation maintenance program? FAA Airframe, FAA Powerplant certificates and an Avionics Technician Certificate. 2. Is BCC accredited by the FAA? Yes. Broward Community College Aviation Institute’s FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification program is accredited by the Federal Aviation Administration, Certificate #IP8T224Q and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
3. How long does it take to complete the A & P program? The A & P program at full time (400 hours per term, 3 terms a year) takes 20 months to complete. Taking General (first term of training) at part time (200 hours per term for 2 terms verses 400 hours in one term) would lengthen the time required to qualify to test for the FAA Airframe & Power Plant Certificates to 24 months. 4. Is financial aid available for A & P students? Yes. Please check with Student Financial Services for up to date, accurate information. 5. Can I use my VA benefits for the A & P training? Yes: Please check with Student Financial Services – Veterans Advisor for up-to-date accurate information. 6. At what time do you offer classes? General classes are offered at full time alternating each term Days or Evenings. Fall and winter: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 1:15 PM or 6:00 PM to 11:15 PM. General classes may also be offered at part time, Monday Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 AM to 12:30 and/or Monday Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Airframe and Powerplant courses are only offered at full time and are offered both Days and Evenings. Full time hours are as stated under General – full time. The summer term, being a shorter term, requires full time students, including General – full time, to attend at 6.5 hours per day M-F. Days: 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM and Evenings 5:30 PM to Midnight. 7. Do I need to be a full time student? General classes are offered at part time (200 hours per term). Airframe and Power Plant courses are only offered at full time (400 hours per term). 8. How long will a part time course take? Part time is half time, 200 hours per term verses full time at 400 hours per term. Therefore General will require two terms (8 months) verses full time General, one term (4 months). General classes are the only classes offered at part time. 9. Can I use my A & P training and license to obtain my AAS degree? Yes. Your 2000 hours of training will be converted to 60 units of college credit and then with 23 additional units of credit for general educational courses you will qualify for an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance Management.. 10. Is your Aviation Maintenance (AAS) degree transferable to a university? Yes: The AAS degree is completely transferable to ERAU and Everglades University through our articulation agreements 11. How many credits do I need to graduate? You’ll need a total of 83 credits. Sixty credits for the FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificates of Completion or Experiential Learning credit for an A&P License and 23 additional general education courses such as Applied Mathematics or Intermediate Algebra and English Composition. See plan of study. 12. What kind of internships do you offer to your students? We currently have internship agreements with Ultimate Aircraft Composites of Ft. Lauderdale, Banyan Air Service of Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport, Complete Turbine Services of Ft. Lauderdale and Hamilton Sundstrand Worldwide Repair – Miramar. These internship agreements are based on the needs of the companies that offer them and may not be open at all times. Placement after applying for an internship will be based on the application itself, an interview as well as the requirements of the company when an apprentice opening opportunity exists within a company. Hiring is solely at the discretion of the company providing the internship opportunity. 13. Will I be able to get a job after I receive my A & P license? Currently there are many openings requiring an A&P license. We often have jobs posted on the BCC web site for employment opportunities www.broward.edu/jobtrack Job opportunities are wide ranging for a certified Airframe & Powerplant technician; FAA inspectors, Aircraft and Parts companies, Repair technicians, Quality Control and Inspection within the numerous FAA Certified Repair stations and companies. If a company works on or procures an aircraft certified part, they are required to have FAA certified A&P technicians to inspect and certify that the work has been completed per FAA Regulations. I.E Certified Repair Stations that overhaul aircraft or aircraft parts. These companies and parts procurement companies seek A&P certified technicians to order, procure and certify the parts they provide to the aviation industry. Federal Aviation Safety Inspectors are FAA certified and many areas within the FAA require or prefer FAA A&P certified technicians. A wide range of opportunities exist. 14. How much will an aviation maintenance technician make when hired? An A&P technician, with no experience fresh out of school with A&P certification, can expect to earn on an average $13 to $15 an hour. This also depends on the company you work for but with a willingness to learn you can earn up to the mid twenty plus dollars an hour within a few years of gaining experience. Higher paid management and supervisory opportunities exist for an individual with a willingness to take on additional duties and responsibilities. 15. Can I do avionics training only? Yes but some restrictions apply; please reference the Avionics Program Sheet. Please note that most Aviation related companies that seek FCC certified Avionics trained technicians also prefer that individual to have an A&P license. With today’s modern fly-by-wire aircraft, if a candidate for a job has both the FCC with Avionics training and an FAA A&P licenses, in most cases, they will be placed at the top of the candidate list for interviews. 16. Can I start in the program after the term has already started? Yes, with the approval of the Aviation Maintenance Program Manager. Please call (954) 201 8075 for detailed information. Professional Pilot Technology Program 1. Who provides your flight training? Our Flight Training provider is Delta Connection Academy (DCA) 2. Is DCA accredited? Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT) 3. What pilot certificates will I obtain at DCA?
You can obtain - Private Pilot Certificate
- Instrument Rating
- Commercial Certificate
- Multi Engine Rating
- Certified Flight Instructor Rating
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Rating
- Multi Engine Instructor Rating
4. What is the relationship between DCA and BCC? DCA and BCC have a partnership in training students to become professional pilots and earn a degree in professional pilot technology. 5. How long does the professional pilot program take? The AS degree in Professional Pilot takes two years for a full time student. 6. Are my flight training certificates included in the AS degree? Yes, Private, Instrument Rating and Commercial single engine land Certificates. 7. Are flight training costs included in the cost of tuition? No, you must open a flight account in order to start flying. Any ground and flight cost will be deducted from your flight account. See flight training cost here. 8. Is financial aid available for flight training? Yes, but government financial aid will not be enough for the whole program. Additional financial aid such as alternative loans is the best option. 9. Can I use my VA benefits for the flight training? Yes. You must contact the veteran’s liaison officer at BCC for further information. 10. Do I need a specific training to get hired at the airlines? The professional pilot program will prepare you for a job at the airlines 11. Do I need a college degree to work as a pilot? At this moment, anybody who applies for a MAJOR airline has to have at least a four year degree. To work for a regional airline you do not. It would be in your best interest to obtain a degree to be more marketable. 12. How many hours do I need to apply to the airlines? Because DCA is owned by an airline, DCA has the right connections with regional airlines and therefore hire our academy graduates with fewer hours than a regular person from of the street. DCA graduates are preferred candidates eligible to be hired with as little as 1000 hours total time. 13. Is your Professional Pilot degree transferable to the university? Yes, BCC has specific articulation agreements with Embry Riddle University (ERAU) , Everglades University, and Florida Atlantic University(FAU). All of BCC college credits will transfer to these institutions. 14. Can I do my AS degree online? Yes. Students are able to complete entire AS degree in Professional Pilot Technology online. Students entering into this program must hold all required FAA certificates and ratings prior to starting the program. 15. What do I need to do as an international student to start in the Professional Pilot program? Contact international student department to learn about the procedures and requirements. For more specific information regarding International Student Admissions, please contact our International Student Coordinator, Susan Greive Brown. You may reach her by calling (954) 201 7468 or by e-mail at sgreive@broward.edu . Aviation / Airport Operations Management 1. What kinds of jobs are available in operations and airport operations management? Typically graduates with an Aviation/Airport Operations Management degree will find positions as: Airport Information Specialist (Communications Center), Airport Operations Agent, Airport Operations Senior Agent, Jr. Planner with an Airport Consulting Firm, Airport Security Compliance Specialist, and an Airline entry-level management position maybe in sales. The best place to view some of the jobs that are for entry level would be on the AAAE (American Association of Airport Executives) web site www.airportnet.org 2. What is the difference between Aviation Operations degree and Airport Operation Management degree? Which major should I choose? Aviation Operations is more of a generic aviation-related degree for those seeking a variety of industry-related positions with airlines, FBO’s, sales, etc. Airport Operations Management includes airport specific coursework and internship experience working directly with operations people at certified airports. It's more for those interested in the day-to-day airport operations. 3. Are there any courses that I can take in the Airport Operations degree that we can use for the air traffic controlling training? Many students have done coursework at BCC and transferred to Miami-Dade's ATC program. Best to examine the ATC course requirement at MDC and see exactly which courses are similar to our's. 4. What is the difference between air traffic controller and an Operations Agent? An ATC person requires highly specialized training in the specifics of controlling and directing aircraft. An Operations Agent at an airport is concerned with the day-to-day activities, maintenance and operational aspects of keeping the airport running. Although an operations officer may be involved in the "escorting" of aircraft across active runways, they are not involved in directing and controlling aircraft on the ground or in the air. They do work with the controllers in keeping them advised of runway conditions or airport environment irregularities which could interfere with aircraft. 5. What is the starting pay range for these positions? The pay range goes from $12.98 to 21.39/hour. Approximately $27,000 - $32,000 per year. However, pay ranges vary depending on geographic location. 6. What type of job placement is available? The College provides job connection opportunities and internships to provide direct job networking avenues. 7. Do you offer internships for operations? Real-world experience is gained through internships with Ft. Lauderdale/ Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport. 8. How long does it take to complete Operations degree programs? A degree can be completed in as little as two years. |