Air Traffic Control AAS

Program Description

This program offers comprehensive training in tower and terminal radar approach control procedures, utilizing Adacel’s high-fidelity simulation technology for both control tower and radar approach scenarios. The curriculum incorporates cutting-edge training to address the evolving needs of the air traffic control industry. Tulsa Community College’s Enhanced AT-CTI program, officially recognized by the FAA as the AT-ECTI program, is designed to equip students with the essential skills and training required for employment at an FAA or Contract Air Traffic Control Tower.

The primary goal of the program is to prepare graduates to take the FAA written and practical assessments, enabling them to qualify for “on-the-spot” hiring as Air Traffic Control Specialists with the Federal Aviation Administration. To pursue a career as an FAA air traffic controller within the National Airspace System, students must pass the FAA assessments with a score of 70 percent or higher. Successful students in the AT-ECTI program may be directly placed at an FAA control tower without the need to attend the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, although they remain eligible to attend the FAA Air Traffic Academy.

Students are required to achieve a minimum grade of “C” or higher in specialized courses to progress to the next level. Please note that admission to Tulsa Community College does not guarantee acceptance into the Air Traffic Control program.

For more Information Contact:

School of Science and Aeronautics
Riverside Community Campus and Aviation Center
aviationcenter@tulsacc.edu  (918) 595-3717

Procedures for enrolling in Aviation Courses:

1. All prospective air traffic control students must meet with a TCC aviation academic counselor.
2. Potential air traffic control students must provide the following documents in their original form to Aviation Center staff at the Riverside Community Campus and Aviation Center located at 112 W. Beechcraft Drive. No photocopies will be accepted.  Contact: 918-595-3717.
   1. Proof of U.S. citizenship in form of:
      1. An original birth certificate with raised seal documenting birth in the United States or one of its territories.
      2. A valid, unexpired United States passport.
      3. An original U.S. Naturalization Certificate with raised seal, Form N-550 or Form N-570.
      4. An original certification of birth abroad, Form FS-545 or Form DS-1350, or
      5. An original Certificate of U.S. Citizenship, Form N-560 or Form N-561.
   2. Valid Class II FAA Medical with audiogram.

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Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the elements and functions of the National Airspace System (NAS) to effectively provide air traffic services.

• Determine a plan of action when separating aircraft across airspaces using standards. 
• Communicate according to FAR standard 7110.65
• Organize traffic flow in a safe, orderly, and expeditious manner. 
• Perform in a team setting with professionalism.

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Careers

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Degree Requirements

View a semester-by-semester course plan of study on the Air Traffic Control AAS Program Map