ProgramCIP 29.0402

Air and Space Operations Technology

A program that focuses on the principles, technology and maintenance of systems and equipment used in aerospace operations. Includes instruction in astronomy and astronautics, solid state theory, air and space operations, electronics, computer science, aviation and space flight safety, life support systems, flight operations management systems, programming, propulsion systems, weaponry, maintenance management and applications to specific systems and operations.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).