Master of Aviation Science Utah State University Aviation Technology

The Master of Aviation Science degree is a 100% online professional degree program which provides students with the flexibility to pursue an advanced degree in Aviation. Graduates gain skills that help them in their profession and the credentials to explore new career opportunities in various aviation fields. All courses are available online. Most students in the program take two to three classes (6-9 credits) per semester to complete the 33 required credits, including a non-thesis capstone graduate project.

Study the Science of Flying Aircraft

Aviation is a major driving force connecting the world. To keep up with the field’s innovation, more and more jobs are being created and a new workforce is needed. There are a high number of careers you can pursue with USU’s 100% online Master of Aviation Science degree. Whether you want to be a professional pilot, do aircraft maintenance, teach, or take on an airport management role, aviation careers are paid and in demand.

*This estimation reflects three semesters of tuition and fees for in-state part-time resident students using the 2020-2021 Tuition & Fee schedule. Final tuition and fees may vary on a case by case basis. Please contact the Utah State University registrar’s department, or see the last page in the USU Tuition & Fee schedule for full information regarding tuition and fees.

MAS Required Core Courses (18 credits)

Foundation Core Required Courses

Students must select 12 credits from the following 61XX courses:

• AV 6110 - Air Transportation 3
• AV 6120 - Aviation Operations and Management 3
• AV 6140 - Aviation Safety: History and Research 3
• AV 6150 - Airport Management 3
• AV 6160 - Human Factors in Aviation 3

MAS Required Capstone Courses

Students should complete AV 6760 their second semester.

• AV 6760 - Reading and Applying Research 3
• AV 6960 - Aviation Capstone Project 3

Safety Specialization Courses (9 credits)

Students must select nine credits from the courses below.

• AV 6310 - Aviation Safety Management Systems 3
• AV 6320 - Airport and Ground Safety Programs 3
• AV 6330 - Flight Safety Program Management 3
• AV 6340 - Aircraft Accident Investigation and Analysis 3
• AV 6350 - Aviation Security 3

MAS Electives (6 credits)

Students must select six credits of electives, either from the list below or from other specialization courses not used for specialization area requirements.

• AV 5760 - Fundamentals of Aviation Science 3
• AV 6230 - Aerospace Technology and Automation 3
• AV 6900 - Aviation Independent Study 3

Course Offerings by Semester

Required core courses are offered fall, spring, and summer semesters. Specialization and elective courses are traditionally offered in the semesters listed below.

Fall

• AV 6120 - Aviation Operations and Management 3
• AV 6140 - Aviation Safety: History and Research 3
• AV 6320 - Airport and Ground Safety Programs 3
• AV 6330 - Flight Safety Program Management 3
• AV 6760 - Reading and Applying Research 3
• AV 6900 - Aviation Independent Study 3
• AV 6960 - Aviation Capstone Project 3

Spring

• AV 6110 - Air Transportation 3
• AV 6150 - Airport Management 3
• AV 6310 - Aviation Safety Management Systems 3
• AV 6760 - Reading and Applying Research 3
• AV 6900 - Aviation Independent Study 3
• AV 6960 - Aviation Capstone Project 3

Summer

• AV 6160 - Human Factors in Aviation 3
• AV 6230 - Aerospace Technology and Automation 3
• AV 6340 - Aircraft Accident Investigation and Analysis 3
• AV 6350 - Aviation Security 3
• AV 6760 - Reading and Applying Research 3
• AV 6900 - Aviation Independent Study 3
• AV 6960 - Aviation Capstone Project 3

Career Outlook for Graduates

There are a lot of jobs available if you have a Master of Aviation Science degree. You can become a professional pilot or remote pilot, an aircraft technician or mechanic, an airport manager, maintenance supervisor, and more. There are many opportunities within aviation, and the job growth for many of these careers are expected to grow by 5% according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Median Pay

• Professional Pilot – $115,670
• Aircraft Mechanic – $63,060
• Airport Manager – $63,060*
• Aviation Consultant – $91,217*
• Aviation Manager – $169,442*
• UAS Coordinator – $78,141*

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2018

* Salary.com, 2019

Career Outlook for Graduates

There are a lot of jobs available if you have a Master of Aviation Science degree. You can become a professional pilot or remote pilot, an aircraft technician or mechanic, an airport manager, maintenance supervisor, and more. There are many opportunities within aviation, and the job growth for many of these careers are expected to grow by 5% according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Median Pay

• Professional Pilot – $115,670
• Aircraft Mechanic – $63,060
• Airport Manager – $63,060*
• Aviation Consultant – $91,217*
• Aviation Manager – $169,442*
• UAS Coordinator – $78,141*

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2018

* Salary.com, 2019