| Our department's educational
mission focuses on the preparation of our graduates for challenging
and rewarding careers in the aviation industry. Purdue University
offers a diverse, internationally recognized aviation education
program at a world class teaching and research institution.
Our department serves approximately 610 students on the West
Lafayette Campus and 95 students at the Indianapolis Statewide
Technology location. The department has 33 full-time
faculty and is an active participant in the graduate program
of the School of Technology. The
Aviation Technology department offers AS and BS degree programs
in Aviation Management, Aeronautical Technology, and Flight.
Graduates enter careers with airlines, airport authorities,
aerospace manufacturers, corporate aviation, and government
agencies. There are excellent career opportunities
throughout the aviation industry to those who have the proper
professional education, and graduates have historically
enjoyed an exceptionally high placement rate. We have a
number of partnerships with industry that provide
students with enhanced learning opportunities through co-op's,
internships, industrial projects, and advanced hiring programs.
Purdue University's Department of Aviation
Technology is widely recognized as a leader in aviation
education. This reputation is attributed largely to the
quality of our faculty, students, curriculum content, and
laboratory equipment. Through strong support of industry
and alumni our laboratories are unmatched.
As you navigate these pages, you will
learn more about Aviation Technology. We are very proud
of our programs, and we invite you to visit our department
to learn how you can join the ranks of successful professionals
in the exciting world of aviation. |
