Program Objectives
The aim of the Associate Degree Program in Aircraft Technology at Istanbul Kültür University is to train qualified technical personnel who have acquired the necessary professional competencies in response to the diverse needs of the aviation sector, particularly in aircraft maintenance and repair, in line with scientific and technological developments. The curriculum is designed to meet the current needs of the industry and is continuously updated within the framework set by the Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü (SHGM), which is the competent authority in the field of aviation.
In the two-year education plan, students initially take general courses such as Atatürk İlkeleri ve İnklap Tarihi and Türkçe, along with Aviation English courses, given the international nature of the aviation sector. This is followed by fundamental technical courses in Mathematics and Physics to develop analytical skills and the ability to comprehend technical subjects. The core focus of the education is on aircraft maintenance and repair process courses, which are planned in accordance with the Modular system determined by the Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü (SHGM).
The course contents cover technical modules such as Electrical Fundamentals, Electronic Fundamentals, Aerodynamics, Aircraft Materials and Equipment, Digital and Electronic Systems, Gas Turbine Engines, Turbine Aircraft Structures and Systems, and Propeller Systems. Additionally, subjects like Civil Aviation Law and Human Factors are included to ensure students are well-versed in relevant areas. Moreover, Selective Area (SA) courses are offered to enable students to broaden their perspectives and keep up with the current technical and planning agendas within the aviation sector.
Overall, the Aircraft Technology Program aims to produce technical personnel who have developed their core competencies, possess specialized knowledge in their field, keep themselves updated with current trends, and can easily adapt to the needs of various departments within the aviation industry, particularly in the field of maintenance and repair.
EstablishmentIstanbul Kültür University Vocational School Aircraft Technology Program started its education in the 2013-2014 academic year.
Qualification AwardedAssociate degree,
Students who, providing a GPA of at least 2.00
complete 120 ECTS and complete 40 working days of internship can graduate.
Language of Instruction Turkish
Mode of EducationFull time
Admission and Registration RequirementsInto the Aircraft Technology program through the Central Placement Exam held by ÖSYM.
71 students are accepted. In the Central Placement, candidates apply to the Aircraft Technology program based on their TYT scores, preferences regarding higher education programs and the quotas and quotas of these programs.
It is placed by ÖSYM, taking into account the conditions. Registration of students placed in the Aircraft Technology program is carried out by the Student Affairs Department within the framework of the calendar determined by ÖSYM.
Double Major–Minor ProgramsStudents of the Aircraft Technology program have the opportunity to double major with other associate degree programs.
Aircraft Technology program students can double major in the following programs.
Alternative Energy Sources
E-Commerce and Marketing
Electronic Technology
optician
Child Development
Air Conditioning and Cooling Technology
Construction Technology
Radio and Television Technology
Computer programming
Flight Operations Management
Banking and Insurance
Office Management and Executive Assistant Program
Foreign trade
Graphic design
Public Relations and Promotion
Air Logistics
Business Administration
Logistics
Fashion design
Management of Health Institutions
Civil Air Transport Management
Civil Aviation Cabin Services
Medical Documentation and Secretariat
Tourism and hotel Management
InternshipEach student has to fulfil his mandatory internship within the scope of 8 ECTC credit Industry Based Training. Students of Aircraft electronic coplete their internships in established corporations.
Graduation RequirementsEach student enrolled in the programme gains right to graduate with a minimum of ECTC credit and a minimum 2.00/4.00 GNO (General Average Score)
International CooperationsThrough the university Erasmus office, the successful students of Erasmus student mobility and the mobility of Erasmus student internship programs are provided with the opportunity to travel abroad.
Partner Universities
Occupational Profiles Of GraduatesGraduates of Aircraft Technology programme offer the title of " Aircraft Maitenance Technician." They can find chances of employment in a vast area including production management, maintaneance, repair and control of aerospace related technical appliances.
Access to Further Studies Our graduates can choose the following undergraduate programs with the Dikey Geçiş Sınavı (DGS)
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ELECTRICAL ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING
ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
AVIATION ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS
AERONAUTICS AND AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS
AIRCRAFT BODY AND ENGINE MAINTENANCE
AIRCRAFT ENGINEERING
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
Departmental FacilitiesClasses in Aircraft technology programme involve project and homework applications and are thought by faculty members who have significant experience in the industry.
Program Activities For students of Aircraft Technology Programme, many programme activities have been done;
1. To visit to industrial regions
2. To monitor seminars/conferences about aviation
3. To monitor and control the activities of Internship
Contact Information Program Chair: Lecturer Tuncay DİL
Phone: 90 (212) 498 49 73
e-mail: t.dil@iku.edu.tr
Program advisor 1.class: Lecturer Gizem Yavuz Doğan
e-mail: g.yavuz@iku.edu.tr
Program advisorı 2.class: Lecturer Tuncay DİL
Tel : 90 (212) 498 49 73
e-mail: t.dil@iku.edu.tr
Fax :90 (212) 561 33 28
E-Mail :myo@iku.edu.tr
Adres :İstanbul Kültür Üniversitesi, Meslek Yüksekokulu, İncirli Yerleşkesi, Yolbaşı S., 34147 Bakırköy/İstanbul.