Why study Aviation Systems Technology?
A degree in Aviation Systems Technology can prepare you for a rewarding career in the aviation industry. You will gain knowledge and skills in areas such as aircraft maintenance, avionics, and air traffic control. With a strong foundation in technical and practical aspects of aviation, you can pursue opportunities in various sectors of the aviation industry, including airlines, aerospace manufacturers, and government agencies.
Degrees & Certificates

Aviation Systems Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
Two years
Schedule:
Day classes
Forsyth Tech’s Aviation Systems Technology degree equips students with the skills to become FAA-approved aircraft mechanics. The program covers aviation mathematics, regulations, structures, systems, components, and engine maintenance, preparing graduates for entry-level positions in the aviation industry. Embark on your aviation career with Forsyth Tech!

Part 65 Accelerated Prep Program
Course(s)
Time to Complete:
5 weeks per course
Schedule:
Evening classes
Part 65 accelerated Prep Program courses.
Are you a high school student looking towards a career in Aviation?
The Aviation Pathway offers high school students the opportunity to earn college credit and gain valuable experience in the aviation field through Aviation Systems Technology.
More Information$29/hr
Average salary range
13.2 %
Job growth
8
Airports within 50 miles
Career Tracks
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician
- Air Traffic Controller
- Airport Operations Specialist
- Aircraft Dispatch
- Flight Simulator Technician

Get the education you deserve without spending your days worrying about how to afford it. Our financial aid team can help you chart a path to paying for college, including through debt-free grants and scholarships.

The Forsyth Tech Cares program supports students so they can succeed, including access to financial assistance, health services, and confidential counseling.

“There are so many resources available for me to succeed in my program and as an individual.”
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Visit us today!
Forsyth Tech’s Mazie S. Woodruff Aviation Technology Lab is located at:
2739 Aviation Dr,
Winston-Salem, NC 27105