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Master of Aeronautical Science

  • OVERVIEW
  • REQUIREMENTS
  • CAREER - OUTLOOK

Overview


The field of aerospace is full of exciting potential and we can help you tap into it!

In the rapidly changing world of aviation and aerospace, industry professionals must do more than simply keep up — they need to take charge of their futures. In today's global workplace, a graduate-level education is becoming more and more critical in order to reach the upper levels of management. An advanced degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University can help you broaden your knowledge, diversify your talents, and give you an edge on the competitive playing field of aviation.

Students appreciate the MAS program's solid core of classes, partnered with a range of specialties that are tailored to individual interests. You'll master the tools needed in the development, manufacture, and operation of aircraft and spacecraft, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the infrastructure that supports the industry.

From airport management to space operations, eight different specializations will take you deeper into your area of interest. MAS areas of concentration include:

  • Aeronautics
  • Education Technology
  • Management
  • Operations
  • Safety Systems
  • Human Factors in Aviation Systems
  • Space Studies
  • Space Operations Management (Not available online.)

Degree Requirements

Core Courses:
Course Title Credits
ASCI 602 The Air Transportation System 3
ASCI 603 Aircraft and Spacecraft Development 3
ASCI 604 Human Factors in the Aviation/Aerospace Industry 3
GCPP 605 Methods and Procedures for the Graduate Capstone Project 3
Core Credits 12
Areas of Specialization*
Choose at least one 12-credit-hour specialization. MAS students may complete courses leading to multiple specializations. Students wishing to complete multiple specializations must have 12 unduplicated credits in each of the specializations. Students must submit an evaluation request form to declare the desired specializations.		 12
Electives / GCP
* For Specialization 1 – 7, the degree requirements are 36 semester hours. Dual specialization degree requirements vary depending on the specialization chosen. Specialization 8 degree requirements are 39 semester hours. Specialization 7 and 8 cannot be pursued as dual specializations.
ASCI 690 Graduate Capstone Project 3
Worldwide Catalog Graduate Courses (500-600 level) 9
Total Credits 12
Total Degree Requirements* 36-39

 
Specializations

Specialization 1
Aeronautics
Course Title Credits
Students must complete 12 credit hours from the preceding list of courses
ASCI 509 Advanced Aerodynamics 3
ASCI 510 Advanced Aircraft Performance 3
ASCI 515 Aviation/Aerospace Simulation System 3
ASCI 516 Applications in Crew Resource Management 3
ASCI 517 Advanced Meteorology 3
ASCI 560 Rotorcraft Operations 3
ASCI 607 Advanced Aircraft/Spacecraft Systems 3
Specialization 2
Aviation / Aerospace Education Technology
Course Title Credits
Students must complete 12 credit hours from the preceding list of courses
ASCI 514 Computer-Based Instruction 3
ASCI 515 Aviation/Aerospace Simulation Systems 3
ASCI 550 Aviation Education Foundations 3
ASCI 614 Advanced Aviation/Aerospace Curriculum Development 3
ASCI 652 Continuing Education-s Role in Aviation 3
ASCI 654 Adult Teaching and Learning Techniques 3
ASCI 663 Memory and Cognition 3
Specialization 3
Aviation / Aerospace Management
Course Title Credits
Students must complete 12 credit hours from the preceding list of courses
ASCI 609 Aircraft Maintenance Management 3
ASCI 612 Aviation/Aerospace Industrial Safety Management 3
ASCI 641 Production and Procurement Management in the Aviation/Aerospace Industry 3
ASCI 642 International Aviation Policy 3
ASCI 643 Management of Research & Development for the Aviation/Aerospace Industry 3
ASCI 644 Integrated Logistics in Aviation Management 3
ASCI 645 Airport Operations and Management 3
ASCI 646 Airline Operations and Management 3
Specialization 4
Aviation / Aerospace Operations
Course Title Credits
Students must complete 12 credit hours from the preceding list of courses
ASCI 515 Aviation/Aerospace Simulation Systems 3
ASCI 518 Aviation/Aerospace Operations Research 3
ASCI 560 Rotorcraft Operations 3
ASCI 606 Aviation/Aerospace Communication/Control Systems 3
ASCI 620 Air Carrier Operations 3
ASCI 622 Corporate Aviation Operations 3
Specialization 5
Aviation / Aerospace Safety Systems
Course Title Credits
Students must complete 12 credit hours from the preceding list of courses
ASCI 611 Aviation/Aerospace System Safety 3
ASCI 612 Aviation/Aerospace Industrial Safety Management 3
ASCI 615 Aviation/Aerospace Accident Investigation and Analysis 3
ASCI 616 Transportation Security 3
ASCI 617 Airport Safety and Certification 3
ASCI 618 Aviation/Aerospace Safety Program Management 3
ASCI 634 Aviation/Aerospace Psychology 3
Specialization 6
Human Factors in Aviation Systems
Course Title Credits
Students must complete 12 credit hours from the preceding list of courses
ASCI 634 Aviation/Aerospace Psychology 3
ASCI 660 Sensation and Perception 3
ASCI 661 Human-Computer Interaction 3
ASCI 663 Memory and Cognition 3
ASCI 665 Applied Experimental Design 3
Specialization 7
Space Studies
Course Title Credits
Students must complete the previous four courses
ASCI 511 Earth Observation and Remote Sensing 3
ASCI 512 Space Mission and Launch Operations 3
ASCI 513 Space Habitation and Life Support Systems 3
ASCI 601 Applications in Space: Commerce, Defense, and Exploration 3
Specialization 8
Space Operations Management
Course Title Credits
Students must complete the previous eight courses
ASCI 511 Earth Observation and Remote Sensing 3
ASCI 512 Space Mission and Launch Operations 3
ASCI 513 Space Habitation and Life Support Systems 3
ASCI 518 Aviation/Aerospace Operations Research 3
ASCI 521 Aviation/Aerospace Information Management 3
ASCI 601 Applications in Space: Commerce, Defense, and Exploration 3
ASCI 636 Advanced Aviation/Aerospace Planning Systems 3
ASCI 641 Production and Procurement Management in the Aviation/Aerospace Industry 3

Career Outlook

Career Areas

  • Accident Investigation/Prevention
  • Aircraft Crew Member
  • Airport Management
  • Aviation Maintenance
  • Aviation Safety
  • Aircraft Manufacturing
  • Consulting
  • Customer Service
  • Education/Instruction/Training
  • Ground Support Services
  • Homeland Security
  • Human Factors
  • Logistics
  • Operations
  • Pilot
  • Management
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Spacecraft Operations
  • Technical Writing

Employers

  • Aerospace Industry
  • Air Services
  • Aircraft Manufacturers
  • Airlines
  • Airports
  • Consulting Firms
  • Corporate Flight Departments
  • Defense Contractors
  • Federal Research Labs
  • Fixed Base Operators
  • Flight Schools
  • Government Agencies
  • Helicopter Manufacturers
  • Insurance Companies
  • Manufacturing Industry
  • Multinational Corporations
  • Transportation Industry