MAS through Riddle's extended campus

LostComm · August 23rd, 2004, 19:39

Anybody doing this besides me?

avi8tor · August 24th, 2004, 11:02

I was thinking about going through the MAS on-line program just haven't decided for sure yet. Just kind of looking at all of my options right now. So how is the program going for you so far?

LostComm · August 24th, 2004, 15:10

I'm pretty pleased so far. A few courses are what I call "stealth." For example, "The Air Transportation System" ASCI 602 is really a history course with an aviation emphasis.

It's tough to pre-qualify your instructors since you get whoever is teaching, and there's not nearly as much stutent to student interaction, which is different than a classroom.

On the other hand, I did my psychology midterm in Acapulco by the ocean with a margarita in hand (got a B) and when on the road the profs seem to be pretty flexible. I'm over halfway through now, and can see the light at the end of the tunnel, though dimly.

-Lostcomm

avi8tor · August 24th, 2004, 17:31

Are you doing the Distance Learning, or extended campus program?

LostComm · August 24th, 2004, 18:39

All distance learning. I have a proctor that had to be approved by the school, and he gets the exams in the mail and then administers them at the appropriate time.

timomatic · August 24th, 2004, 19:38

Hey there, I have been looking into the program also, but haven´t decided if it is worth it yet. Maybe you can share some ideas. What benefits do you think there are career-wise? Chief Flt. instructor position for example? What types of positions are you hoping to move into? Thanks in advance.

LostComm · August 24th, 2004, 20:38

I'm one of those people that just like to learn for learning's own sake. I'll get really bored with my life if I don't have a project. Aviation itself can be that way since there's always a new rating or qualification to get.

Riddle is a good place to use GI Bill benefits. The Veteran's office there is on top of things and are helpful.

I'm working in aviation now, and am lucky enough to have the freedom in my day to explore the newer stuff that's out there. My management has noticed my class work and it's been the "good" type of attention a person wants. I've been sent to conferences to represent us as a direct result of my course work and even got sent to the NTSB Academy for a course (best training I've been to in a while.)

I'm hoping that I'll get sent to USC's accident investigator course next. I wouldn't doubt if management waits until I'm complete with the degree as the course is a huge outlay of cash for them.

Long answer to a short question. I guess I'm looking to expand my current job to keep things interesting.

-Lostcomm

timomatic · August 24th, 2004, 22:53

I can understand doing it just for the sake of learning, and a nice bonus if it contributes to your job. Especially in aviation it seems like anything you can do to keep learning is of great value, at least on a personal level and hopefully on a professional level. With a wife and kids though I need to justify the time and money. I 'm going to keep bouncing the idea around. Thanks and keeps us informed as you finish up the program.

timomatic

August 23rd, 2004, 19:39	#1
LostComm Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 203	MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus Anybody doing this besides me?

August 24th, 2004, 11:02	#2
avi8tor Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Chicago, ILL. Posts: 433	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus I was thinking about going through the MAS on-line program just haven't decided for sure yet. Just kind of looking at all of my options right now. So how is the program going for you so far?

August 24th, 2004, 15:10	#3
LostComm Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 203	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus I'm pretty pleased so far. A few courses are what I call "stealth." For example, "The Air Transportation System" ASCI 602 is really a history course with an aviation emphasis. It's tough to pre-qualify your instructors since you get whoever is teaching, and there's not nearly as much stutent to student interaction, which is different than a classroom. On the other hand, I did my psychology midterm in Acapulco by the ocean with a margarita in hand (got a B) and when on the road the profs seem to be pretty flexible. I'm over halfway through now, and can see the light at the end of the tunnel, though dimly. -Lostcomm

August 24th, 2004, 17:31	#4
avi8tor Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Chicago, ILL. Posts: 433	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus Are you doing the Distance Learning, or extended campus program?

August 24th, 2004, 18:39	#5
LostComm Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 203	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus All distance learning. I have a proctor that had to be approved by the school, and he gets the exams in the mail and then administers them at the appropriate time.

August 24th, 2004, 19:38	#6
timomatic Newbie Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: AZ Posts: 10	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus Hey there, I have been looking into the program also, but haven´t decided if it is worth it yet. Maybe you can share some ideas. What benefits do you think there are career-wise? Chief Flt. instructor position for example? What types of positions are you hoping to move into? Thanks in advance.

August 24th, 2004, 20:38	#7
LostComm Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 203	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus I'm one of those people that just like to learn for learning's own sake. I'll get really bored with my life if I don't have a project. Aviation itself can be that way since there's always a new rating or qualification to get. Riddle is a good place to use GI Bill benefits. The Veteran's office there is on top of things and are helpful. I'm working in aviation now, and am lucky enough to have the freedom in my day to explore the newer stuff that's out there. My management has noticed my class work and it's been the "good" type of attention a person wants. I've been sent to conferences to represent us as a direct result of my course work and even got sent to the NTSB Academy for a course (best training I've been to in a while.) I'm hoping that I'll get sent to USC's accident investigator course next. I wouldn't doubt if management waits until I'm complete with the degree as the course is a huge outlay of cash for them. Long answer to a short question. I guess I'm looking to expand my current job to keep things interesting. -Lostcomm

August 24th, 2004, 22:53	#8
timomatic Newbie Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: AZ Posts: 10	Re: MAS through Riddle\'s extended campus I can understand doing it just for the sake of learning, and a nice bonus if it contributes to your job. Especially in aviation it seems like anything you can do to keep learning is of great value, at least on a personal level and hopefully on a professional level. With a wife and kids though I need to justify the time and money. I 'm going to keep bouncing the idea around. Thanks and keeps us informed as you finish up the program. timomatic

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