2021 cycle

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D1 - Fit with the Institutional Mission or Institutional Learning Outcomes (ILO)

1. Knowledge: Mastery of content and processes of inquiry

 

CSULA graduates have a strong knowledge base in their academic major and can use powerful processes of inquiry in a range of disciplines. They engage contemporary and enduring questions with an understanding of the complexities of human cultures and the physical and natural world and are ready to put their knowledge into action to address contemporary issues.

Aviation falls into the field of technology, which is always changing. Aviation also crosses cultures and boundaries and our graduates are able to use their decision-making and critical thinking skills to address contemporary issues.

2. Proficiency: Intellectual skills

 

CSULA graduates are equipped to actively participate in democratic society. They are critical thinkers who make use of quantitative and qualitative reasoning. They have the ability to find, use, evaluate and process information in order to engage in complex decision-making. They read critically, speak and write clearly and thoughtfully and communicate effectively.

Decision-making is key in aviation. Whether there is a threat to an airport or a mechanical error while flying, our graduates are able to utilize their effective aviation decision-making in their careers. They are able to walk through the process required to make high quality decisions.

3. Place and Community: Urban and global mission

 

CSULA graduates are engaged individuals who have contributed to the multi-lingual and multiethnic communities that constitute Los Angeles and the world of the future. They are aware of how their actions impact society and the environment, and they strive to make socially responsible decisions. They are community builders sensitive to the needs of diverse individuals and groups and committed to renewing the communities in which they live.

Aviation is a major part of the public communities in which we all live. Our graduates are continually working on projects to make the future of aviation greener, safer and even diverse. Most of our graduates continue to manage airports in Southern California which only enriches this already diverse environment.

4. Transformation: Integrative learning

 

CSULA graduates integrate academic learning with life. They engage in community, professional, creative, research and scholarly projects that lead to changes in their sense of self and understanding of their worlds. Graduates integrate their knowledge, skills and experience to address complex and contemporary issues and act ethically as leaders for the 21st century.

Our graduates continually give back. They return to the classroom to remind the students of their journeys and to serve as a visual depiction of the outcome of education at CSULA. Our alumni are leaders in their communities and continue to impact others. They are moral and ethical leaders in the field of aviation administration.

 

D2 - Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Knowledge Educational objective:

Aviation Administration graduates will demonstrate a balance of technical and managerial knowledge. In demonstrating this educational objective, graduates will exhibit the following outcomes: 1. They will have knowledge of science, math and technical management. 2. They will understand the role of technical management in the private and public sector. 3. They will have knowledge of systems and the integration of technologies. 4. They will have knowledge of information technology. 5. They will have knowledge of contemporary aviation issues. 6. They will have knowledge of the major sectors of the air transportation industry. 7. They will have broad knowledge of available resources for problem solving.

Skills Educational objective: Aviation Administration graduates will demonstrate the skills needed to apply business practices, information technology, and other technical skills necessary to collaborate with, organize, and lead inter-disciplinary teams. In demonstrating this educational objective, graduates will exhibit the following outcomes: 1. They will be able to design a system or process. 2. They will have good written communication skills. 3. They will have good oral communication skills. 4. They will be able to work independently, take direction, collaborate, organize and lead interdisciplinary teams. 5. They will be able to exhibit good business skills. 6. They will be able to analyze and interpret data. 7. They will be able to use business-related software.

Attitudes Educational objective: Aviation Administration graduates will demonstrate a cooperative and inquisitive spirit that supports the desire to pursue lifelong learning, enables them to adapt to contemporary issues in the workplace, and helps advance the goals of their organization. In demonstrating this educational objective, graduates will exhibit the following outcomes: 1. They will have an understanding ethical responsibility. 2. They will exhibit professionalism in their area of expertise. 3. They will have a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning. 4. They will stay current on issues. 5. They will be willing to make short-term sacrifices to meet long-term goals. 6. They will exhibit the desire to adopt emerging technologies to improve their area of expertise. 7. They will support and promote the goals of their organization.