AABI Accreditation
The Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) is the only professional accrediting organization approved by the Council on Higher Education (CHEA) to accredit aviation professional programs at universities in the nation and worldwide.
There are over 100 universities and colleges that offer aviation programs in the nation, only 40 have earned AABI accreditation.
Hampton University is proud to be one of the 40 institutions worldwide to be AABI accredited, with all three Aviation programs having this distinction. Current students and prospective students alike can rest assure knowing they will be receiving a degree from a program that has the highest standard of excellence, industry experts as faculty members, and networking opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.
The following student achievement data reports, including the objectives of each accredited program, program assessment measures employed, graduation rates, and rates and types of employment of graduates is published according to the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) requirements.
Student Achievement Data
The following student achievement data reports, including the objectives of each accredited program, program assessment measures employed, graduation rates, and rates and types of employment of graduates is published according to the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) requirements.
DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION MISSION
- Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation-related disciplines;
- Analyze and interpret data;
- Work effectively on teams;
- Make professional and ethical decisions;
- Communicate effectively, using written communication skills appropriate to aviation-related disciplines;
- Communicate effectively, using oral communication skills appropriate to aviation-related disciplines;
- Explain the value of and need for life-long learning in aviation careers;
- Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice in aviation;
- Identify and solve problems;
- Apply knowledge of sustainability to aviation issues.
- Describe the professional attributes, requirements or certifications, and planning applicable to aviation careers.
- Describe the principles of aircraft design, performance and operating characteristics; and the regulations related to the maintenance of aircraft and associated systems.
- Evaluate aviation safety and the impact of human factors on safety.
- Discuss the impact on aviation operations of international aviation law, including applicable International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) or other international standards and practices; and applicable national aviation law, regulations and labor issues.
- Explain the integration of airports, airspace, and air traffic control in managing the National Airspace System.
- Discuss the impact of meteorology and environmental issues on aviation operations.
Aviate.
Flight Education Program Educational Objectives
PEO-1: Demonstrate the ability to identify appropriate actions after careful evaluation of the evidence and reasoning presented in the communication process.
PEO-2: Demonstrate the ability to identify ethical ideas, issues, and ethical principles relating to personal, professional, and academic conduct.
PEO-3: Applied knowledge of principles in aircraft design, performance, and operating characteristics; and the regulations related to maintenance of aircraft and associated systems.
PEO-4: Develop and express complex ideas clearly, coherently, and logically in a manner appropriate for purpose and demonstrates mastery of accepted industry standards of written communication.
PEO-5: Create highly skilled, professional pilots.
Navigate.
Airport Administration Program Educational Objectives
PEO-1: Demonstrate the ability to identify appropriate actions after careful evaluation of the evidence and reasoning presented in the communication process.
PEO-2: Demonstrate the ability to identify ethical ideas, issues, and ethical principles relating to personal, professional, and academic conduct.
PEO-3: Effectively deliver and receive spoken messages of depth and complexity in a manner that demonstrates confidence and knowledge of industry terminology and procedures.
PEO-4: Develop and express complex ideas clearly, coherently, and logically in a manner appropriate for purpose and demonstrates mastery of accepted industry standards of written communication.
PEO-5: Identify impacts on aviation operations of international aviation law, including applicable International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) or other international standards and practices; and applicable national aviation law, regulations, and labor issues.
Communicate.
Air Traffic Control Program Educational Objectives
PEO-1: Demonstrate the ability to identify appropriate actions after careful evaluation of the evidence and reasoning presented in the communication process.
PEO-2: Demonstrate the ability to identify ethical ideas, issues, and ethical principles relating to personal, professional, and academic conduct.
PEO-3: Effectively deliver and receive spoken messages of depth and complexity in a manner that demonstrates confidence and knowledge of industry terminology and procedures.
PEO-4: Prepare students for the employment as Air Traffic Control specialists and similar career fields that will benefit aviation and the transportation industry as a whole.
PEO-5: Applied knowledge of Air Traffic Control basics as specified by the FAA Collegiate Training Initiative Program.
Assessment Measures
The Department of Aviation uses several methods to gather direct and indirect assessment data over the course of each academic year. Some methods used include:
1.) Surveys (Student Surveys and Alumni Surveys)
2.) Capstone Projects
3.) Aviation Alumni Board Feedback
4.) Program Review
5.) Faculty Assessment and Discussion of Learning Outcomes
6.) Coursework, to include but not limited to; midterms exams, final exams, presentations.
