Overview

Students will gain an understanding of the complex business of airports - beyond that of operational support to airlines and other aircraft operators - through the lens of an immersive, media-rich curriculum. The course introduces current and future strategies and technologies for airport facilities, infrastructure, operations, and management.

This course awards 1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) upon completion.

It may be taken independently or combined as one of four courses in the Aviation Essentials Certificate program.

Who Should Attend?

In effort to expand the talent pool of skilled aviation and aerospace professionals, this course is recommended for employees interested in aviation, looking to boost their airport knowledge, or seeking to advance their understanding of the multi-faceted and exciting world of aviation.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to confer on airport-related topics, including:

• Basic elements of an airport such as airfield infrastructure, terminal facilities, and modes of ground transportation
• Evolution of airport infrastructure, facilities, ownership forms, and governance structure 
• Key airport partners and stakeholders, their roles, and functions in operating and managing airports
• Airport safety programs, such as firefighting and rescue, snow and ice control, foreign object debris, and wildlife hazard management
• The increasing role of commercial (non-aeronautical) revenues in the success of airports
• Current and emerging threats to airport operators, mitigation strategies, and technology being employed to enhance security
• Major environmental issues 
• The current development of smart airports and the future of airport operations and management

Course Information

This course is online, self-paced, and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times with an instructor. Coursework is web-based with no additional software required. A reliable internet connection is recommended.  This course contains a graded assessment at the conclusion. 

Additional Information

Digital certificates are available upon successful completion of individual courses. Printed certificates are mailed only upon completion of the full certificate program.