Aerospace & Aviation Pathway
Aerospace / Aviation
The Aerospace & Aviation Pathway offers dynamic educational exploration in scientific research, laboratory testing, and research & development across the cutting-edge industry. Students gain hands-on experience designing, testing, and evaluating projects involving engines, machines, and structures. They apply scientific and mathematical evidence to solve problems through innovation, construction, operation, and maintenance of various engineering systems. Students can also obtain an industry certification, the Autodesk Associate Certified User Certification, to boost their resume and career. By focusing on advanced academics, the Aerospace Pathway opens doors to rewarding opportunities in the ever-evolving aerospace sector.
Collegiate Routes
The Aerospace & Aviation pathway prepares students for a wide range of postsecondary education opportunities.
- Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology, General
- Aeronautical/Aerospace EngineeringTechnology/Technician
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology, General
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, & Astronautical/Space Engineering, General
- Professional Engineer (PE License)
- Aerospace Engineering Certification
Occupational Opportunities
The Aerospace & Aviation pathway prepares students for various in-demand occupations in the aerospace industry, including:
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists & Technicians
- Median Wage: $75,660
- Annual Openings: 85
- 10-Year Growth: 21%
Mechanical Engineers
- Median Wage: $103,189
- Annual Openings: 1,455
- 10-Year Growth: 18%
Aerospace Engineers
- Median Wage: $127,870
- Annual Openings: 429
- 10-Year Growth: 18%
Curriculum
The Aerospace & Aviation pathway begins with basic engineering courses that include engineering design and computer aided design (CAD). Students then turn their attention to topics specific to aerospace, applying knowledge and skills to topics within aerospace engineering. The Aerospace/Aviation course sequence includes:
Level 1:
- Principles of Applied Engineering*
- Introduction to Aerospace & Aviation**
Level 2:
- Aerospace Design I
Level 3:
- Aerospace Design II**
Level 4:
- Practicum in Engineering
* SETA students may take these courses in middle school.
**Certification earned: Autodesk Associate Certified User IBC