CBU To Offer Aviation Science Degree
CBU to offer aviation science degree
RIVERSIDE (August 1, 2012) - California Baptist University plans to unveil a program in aviation science beginning
the fall semester of 2013. The bachelor of science degree program will likely include
professional pilot and aviation management majors.
CBU recently hired Dr. Daniel Prather, A.A.E. to serve as chair of the department
of aviation science. Prather, an Accredited Airport Executive, brings experience in
airport operations, aviation safety and security, and airport consulting. He holds
a doctor of philosophy degree from the University of Nebraska, a master of public
administration degree from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale and a bachelor
of commercial aviation from Delta State University in Cleveland, Miss. Prior to coming
to CBU, Prather served as associate professor of aerospace at Middle Tennessee State
University.
"This is a great location for a collegiate aviation program," Prather said. "With
the number of airports, aviation manufacturing companies and other businesses related
to the industry, this region will bring a lot of opportunity for graduates."
A proposed professional pilot major is designed for students with no flight experience,
although those who already have the Private Pilot Certificate may receive course credit
after a successful flight review. An aviation management major is also in the works
for students aiming for careers as aviation professionals without the flight background.
Flight training will be contracted out to a qualified flight training provider at
the Riverside Municipal Airport, with oversight by CBU.
The new program is subject to further approval by the CBU administration and Board
of Trustees.
For more information, contact Daniel Prather at 951.343.4924 or dprather@calbaptist.edu. To apply for admission, go to www.calbaptist.edu.
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