The Associate of Science in Air Traffic Management is offered at the Daytona Beach, Florida, campus and the Prescott, Arizona, campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The program provides instruction in foundational air traffic procedures, communication skills, and aviation safety protocols in aviation-focused environments supported by instructional staff and training resources.
At the Daytona Beach Campus, the Associate of Science in Air Traffic Management is designed to prepare students for air traffic control roles. The program focuses on Terminal (Tower) operations through the FAA’s Enhanced Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI), which allows graduates to enter the field following program completion rather than continuing training at the FAA Academy. Students use simulation laboratories and complete hands-on training in air traffic control using industry-relevant tools, equipment, and procedures. Courses are shared with the Bachelor of Science in Air Traffic Management.
At the Prescott Campus, the Associate of Science in Air Traffic Management is offered through the Department of Applied Aviation Sciences. The program focuses on Terminal (Tower) operations through the FAA’s Enhanced Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI), which allows graduates to enter the field following program completion rather than continuing training at the FAA Academy. Students use simulation laboratories and complete hands-on training in air traffic control using industry-relevant tools, equipment, and procedures. Courses are shared with the Bachelor of Science in Air Traffic Management.
Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Apply accepted practices in air traffic management to analyze a cumulative knowledge of collaborative air traffic management, traffic flow management, and advanced air traffic management procedures.
Conduct operations using high-fidelity simulation in a low volume terminal radar environment related to radar separation and procedures.
Recall information on the basics of air traffic control, including its history, mission, and duty priority.
Conduct operations using high-fidelity simulation in the airport terminal environment related to VFR Control Tower operations.
The Associate of Science in Air Traffic Management program requires successful completion of a minimum of 61 credit hours. The program may be completed in four semesters, or two years, assuming appropriate background and full-time enrollment. Students pursuing this undergraduate degree must earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.00 for all work completed at the University. The courses necessary to earn this degree are listed below.
Students should be aware that many courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites. Students are responsible for ensuring that all prerequisite and degree requirements are met prior to enrollment in advanced coursework. Air traffic controllers are required to possess a current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate or higher to receive and exercise the privileges of an FAA Air Traffic Controller certificate; however, a medical certificate is not required for enrollment in the degree program or Air Traffic Management coursework. Prospective air traffic controllers must be able to complete their university education and enter the FAA Air Traffic Control Academy prior to reaching their 31st birthday and must be U.S. citizens.
