Emil Buehler Aviation Institute at Broward College
Program Options: Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Sciences & Certificates
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Program Options: Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Sciences & Certificates
Fulfill your dreams at the Emil Buehler Aviation Institute with our:
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Tours of the Emil Buehler Aviation Institute are available on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 10 a.m.
If you have ever felt the desire to man the controls in a cockpit, safely direct air traffic or work on the complex systems that make flight possible, an education at Broward College can take you there.
Airport operations management and aviation operations are two degrees designed to teach you about a wide variety of staff, operational, management, or administrative positions in the field of aviation. Aviation Operations offers a broad background in the aviation industry, while Airport Operations focuses mainly on the daily administrative tasks involved in running an airport.
You can practice real-world experience and day-to-day activities in the field while learning the certification requirements of international airports. There are two intensive internships available to prepare you with real-world experience:
One of the newest programs at Broward College, the Air Traffic Control A.S. was developed by industry air traffic operators and teaches you basic air traffic control. The program follows FAA standards for knowledge and skills to ensure your success in airport towers across the country. Upon completion of BC's program and successfully passing the Air Traffic Selection and Training Aptitude Test (AT-SAT), you may qualify for the FAA Academy.
Our pilot program offers a comprehensive education if you want to become a pilot for commercial airlines. All flight certificates required to put you in the pilot's seat are included in the curriculum. You will be trained by FAA-certified flight instructors on state-of-the-art flight simulators.
Our training programs are conducted in partnership with Phoenix East Aviation and will lead to the following FAA flight certificates:
The complete program is also available online for maximum flexibility.
Our certificate program in Avionics will teach you to repair and maintain components and systems used for aircraft navigation such as:
The Aviation Maintenance program gives you the confidence to become a highly qualified technician in the competitive marketplace of aviation maintenance. As a graduate of the program, you will be qualified for any entry-level position. By the time you're done, you will have a thorough working knowledge of all basic structural design and system functions of aircraft.
The Airframe Maintenance Mechanics certificate program leads to the Federal Aviation Administration airframe certificate. The course of study complies with FAR Part 147 and the program is FAA certified.
Completion of the certificate programs may convert into college credit (30 credits per license) toward an Associate of Science degree in Aviation Maintenance Management.
This program is offered in two 400-hour blocks and requires special permission before registration.
The Powerplant Maintenance Mechanics certificate program leads to the Federal Aviation Administration powerplant certificate. The course of study complies with FAR Part 147 and the program is FAA certified.
Completion of the certificate programs may convert into college credit (30 credits per license) toward an Associate of Science degree in Aviation Maintenance Management.
This program is offered in two 400-hour blocks and requires special permission before registration.
Broward College has an excellent reputation for educating highly qualified aviation specialists. Most of our graduates have found work in the field of aviation soon after graduating and passing their certifications and license exams. Broward employers include:
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One of the best aspects for those interested in a career in aviation is the field's flexibility. There's a niche for everyone.
There are specific requirements for certain programs like Air Traffic Control and the Professional Pilot program.
The requirements for Air Traffic Controllers are:
The requirements for Avionics applications are:
The Professional Pilot program also has certain requirements for admission, such as:
Aviation Operations students should exhibit the following qualities before applying:
Faculty members and staff in our Aviation programs include graduates from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Saint Mary's College in California, and Florida Atlantic University, in addition to Broward College. Three faculty members have served our country in the military as Air Force personnel. Adjunct and full-time faculty are certified technicians and licensed pilots with years of experience. They have worked for such commercial airlines as United Airlines, Eastern Airlines, Discovery Airways, British Airways, and Midway Airlines. Many faculty and staff members are also award winners in the field of aviation.
All of our associate degree programs require a two-year commitment. Completion times vary, depending on whether you enroll as a full-time student or a part-time student and which program you choose to follow. The blended Avionics certificate requires 720 clock hours. The Airframe and Powerplant certificates require 1,200 clock hours each.
Broward College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. Broward College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Broward College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
The Aircraft Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Certificates are both certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Avionics Certificate is certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The Professional Pilot Technology program is a Federal Aviation Administration Part 141 program.
The Air Traffic Control program is a partner in the Federal Aviation Administration's Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI).
Unlike loans, you do not have to pay scholarship money back. Broward College has limited scholarships for merit, financial need, degree choice, and more.
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