Aeronautics Leadership

Program Highlights & Admission Requirements

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Aeronautics Leadership H

Spread your wings and fly! Take advantage of the growing demand for pilots to serve as leaders in aviation and aerospace. Your academic education is coupled with flight training, run by our industry partner, Journey Air, at the Windsor International Airport. We’ll put you in a plane in your first week of school.

Sample Courses: Practicum in Professional Development (Flight Training), Atmosphere and Climate, Learning Organizations: Management and Leadership, Introduction to Business

Career Tracks: Commercial or private pilot, flight dispatcher, aeronautical engineer, airport manager, air safety specialist

Co-op Co-op Available
G General
H Honours
T Thesis Available
C Combined Honours programs available

Functional Knowledge

Confidently piloting both private and commercial aircraft
Composing and editing clear, concise and technically correct written documents for specific audiences
Understanding and explaining technical knowledge regarding air transportation
Overcoming obstacles by utilising problem-solving skills
Working effectively as part of a team through various leadership roles
Effectively communicating ideas, arguments and evidence through clear, concise and coherent written work

"The Aeronautics program has provided me with a well-rounded education and leadership skills that I will take with me as I pursue my dream of flying for a commercial airline.”

Jessica Garant
BA (Honours) in Liberal Arts and Professional Studies:
Aeronautics Leadership [2018]

Explore Opportunities

Explore a selection of opportunities recommended for students in your program. This chart shows some of your many options – you don’t have to do everything on it or limit yourself to it. Engage in opportunities from each of the three categories to set yourself up for success.

First Year

Take required courses including Effective Writing and Introduction to Psychology
Review degree course requirements for all years of study
Begin to discover balance between coursework and flight training
Meet with an academic advisor
Receive peer mentorship or academic advising and support from faculty coordinator

Middle Years

Take required courses and check in with academic advisor to make sure you are on the right path
Look into completing a research project in final year HIP
Take three courses from Business and four courses from Science, Engineering or Computer Science
Start taking courses required as pre-requisites for graduate or professional school
Seek out courses that offer field experience HIP
Consider declaring a minor and/or specialization

Final Year

Meet with an academic advisor to go over degree requirements
Complete all required courses for your degree
Apply to graduate through UWinsite Student Portal
Work with a faculty member on a research project or publication HIP
Take the Mentorship and Learning course as a way of combining learning opportunities with student teaching HIP
Take a field work or practicum course to culminate your senior experience HIP

First Year

Take Practicum in Professional Development (credit for flight training) HIP
Work toward and complete Private Pilot licensing requirements
Research student exchange opportunities for middle years HIP
Investigate research opportunities as part of the Outstanding Scholars program HIP
Join clubs such as the Students Offering Support, UWSA or Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Club
Participate in the Bystander Initiative workshop to gain skills that will help you be an effective and supportive ally to prevent sexual assault on campus

Middle Years

Join a professional association in your field such as the Air Transport Association of Canada
Complete Commercial Pilot’s License by passing written exam following 300 nautical miles of solo cross-country flight
Participate in UWill Discover undergraduate research conference HIP
Obtain Multi-Engine Rating and Category 1 Instrument Rating
Apply for student exchange program HIP
Expand your skills by taking on a summer, part-time or volunteer position
Look for a leadership role in a club or society

Final Year

Run for a UWSA executive position
Conduct field research with faculty member HIP
Become a tutor for Students Offering Support (SOS) HIP
Put in additional flight time toward the Airline Transport Pilot License

First Year

Create a list of things that you enjoy, areas in which you excel, and your skills
Meet with a career advisor in Career Development and Experiential Learning (CDEL) for help developing a plan for your future years
Consider a career assessment workshop or appointment to help you identify possible career paths
Get involved with a part-time job, volunteer opportunity, campus group, or research assistantship
Attend CDEL workshops to learn how to find a summer or part-time job and write a university-level resumé
Drop in to meet with one of CDEL's' peer advisors to get answers to your career and job search questions

Middle Years

Research career fields and occupations with the help of a CDEL career advisor
Explore opportunities and meet employers through job fairs and employer networking events
Explore further educational opportunities by attending the Graduate and Professional Schools Fair and researching admission requirements for programs you are interested in
Create a LinkedIn profile and have it critiqued
Take part in informational interviews and join online communities like LinkedIn and Ten Thousand Coffees to connect with people in your targeted profession or industry
Search job postings to learn what skills, knowledge, and credentials you will need for potential careers

Final Year

If you are considering applying to graduate or professional school, be aware of early application deadlines
Meet with CDEL to prepare application documents like a resumé, cover letter, CV, or personal statement for jobs and education programs you are applying to
Attend CDEL's workshops on interview skills and job search strategies
Use InterviewStream to practice your interview skills online
Set up an in-person mock interview with a career advisor for professional school or job applications
Meet employers at the annual job fair in January
Compose a portfolio of relevant academic and work experience
Explore professional development opportunities through Continuing Education

HIP

High-Impact Practices (HIP)

A HIP is an enriching educational experience that can be life-changing and often includes learning outside of the classroom while encouraging meaningful interaction and collaboration, such as:

Co-op, internship or field experiences
Research with faculty
Culminating senior experience
Capstone courses
Service-learning
Learning communities
Study abroad

Career Planning Cycle

Intentional career planning will help you prepare for your next step after graduation and beyond. It is a fluid, dynamic, and lifelong process. You can move on or return to an earlier stage in the cycle at any time.

Manage Your Career - 1. Asses Yourself - 2. Explore Careers - 3. Expand Skills - 4. Market Yourself - 5. Find a job

Build your Skills and Experience

Your UWindsor experience is more than attending classes. It is a combination of academics, co-curricular activities, and extracurricular involvement. By making the most of all three elements of your university experience, you will maximize your opportunities to build your skills, broaden your personal network, and clarify your long term academic and career goals.