Bachelor of Science - Air Traffic Management

Program Description

The Air Traffic Management (ATM) program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott Campus is a degree designed for students whose goal is to become an air traffic controller or gain employment in a related industry. In addition to Air Traffic Management courses, the curriculum provides skills in mathematics, physics, communications, safety, meteorology, and aeronautics. The academic courses are designed to provide exposure to procedures and operations consistent with those found in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) air traffic control facilities.

The Bachelor of Science in Air Traffic Management degree is housed in the Department of Aeronautical Science in the College of Aviation. The degree requires a minimum of 120 semester hours, normally completed in eight semesters.

Prescott ATM students attend classes in dynamic, aviation-related labs and facilities, and are a part of one of the few programs in the country that incorporates computer-based simulation training in all areas of air traffic control, even unmanned aircraft. ERAU's Prescott Campus maintains a modern fleet of aircraft and a host of advanced flight simulation devices with advanced visual systems.

The program at Embry-Riddle delivers fundamental traffic controller knowledge and competency through a mix of realistic lab simulations, classroom instruction, and computer-based learning.

Since Embry-Riddle has a formal partnership agreement with the FAA, be assured the curriculum and standards meet FAA demands and always exceed its expectations.

Upon graduation, graduates emerge prepared for an entry-level air traffic controller position with the FAA or other entities. Air Traffic Controllers are some of the highest paid government employees, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting a median annual salary of $130,420.