The academic content of the Air Logistics Associate Degree Program focuses on logistics and transportation operations in the aviation sector and aims to provide students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills in this field. The program usually covers a two-year study period and the curriculum includes a wide range of courses. Here are some of the courses and topics that may be included in a typical curriculum of this program:
Introduction to Air Transportation: This course covers the basic principles of air transportation, its history and the structure of the aviation industry. It also addresses national and international air transportation regulations.
Logistics Management: Logistics and supply chain management concepts focus on planning, implementing and controlling logistics processes. This course also covers logistics strategies, cost management and operational efficiency with special emphasis on air logistics.
Air Cargo Operations: Fundamentals of cargo transportation, air cargo operations, freight services, packaging standards and hazardous materials transportation are among the main themes of this course.
Airport Operations: Covers topics such as airport structure, operations, ground handling management, airport security and terminal operations. Students also learn about airport capacity and traffic management.
Customs and Foreign Trade: This course deals with customs clearance in international trade, import and export procedures, foreign trade legislation and the special conditions of airborne trade.
Customer Relations and Service Quality: Customer satisfaction, customer relationship management and service quality standards in the service industry. This course examines customer-oriented approaches and strategies to improve service quality in air logistics.
The program also offers internship opportunities to prepare students for professional life. Internships are usually done at the end of the program and give students the opportunity to experience real working conditions in the industry. The curriculum is designed to enable students to become competitive and competent individuals in the field of air logistics upon graduation. Each course aims to develop students' ability to put their knowledge into practice by focusing on real-world scenarios and problems that may be encountered in the industry.