Bachelor of Science (BS) in Airport Construction Management
Pending MHEC Approval | Beginning Fall 2027
Lead the Future of Aviation Infrastructure
Interested in managing the complex construction projects that support the aviation industry? Capitol Tech’s Bachelor of Science in Airport Construction Management program prepares you for a professional career overseeing the planning, construction, and maintenance of airport infrastructure. Through a rigorous balance of construction management principles and applied learning, students develop the technical knowledge and leadership skills needed to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant aviation projects. The program emphasizes project management, engineering fundamentals, regulatory compliance, and hands-on experience to prepare graduates for the unique challenges of airport construction.
What You'll Learn
- Core construction management principles, including project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting, and risk management
- Airport infrastructure design and construction, including runways, taxiways, terminals, hangars, and support facilities
- Aviation regulations, safety standards, environmental compliance, and quality assurance requirements governing airport projects
- Engineering, construction technologies, autonomous systems, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to support project planning and execution
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard software, construction documentation, project coordination, and field management practices
- Leadership, communication, teamwork, and professional responsibility through collaborative projects and capstone design
Whether you're interested in managing airport expansion projects, modernizing aviation infrastructure, or leading large-scale construction programs, Capitol Tech provides the technical expertise, management skills, and real-world experience needed to succeed in the aviation management field.
Capitol Tech is a proud corporate member of Women in Aviation International (WAI),supporting their more than 20,000 members in 120 countries toward their goal of "a world where the sky is open to all and where aviation and aerospace dreams are possible without barriers."
Capitol Technology University has assembled a network of our nation’s top experts to educate you—the new generation of aviation and unmanned systems planners, architects, designers, engineers, and operators. This network includes the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), a British organization dedicated to the global aerospace community and the professional development of its members. As a corporate partner of RAeS, the university is able to provide the opportunity for international networking, debate, resources, and professional development.
Capitol Technology University is an Institutional Member of the University Aviation Association (UAA) which is the voice of collegiate aviation to colleges, universities, the aviation industry, government and the general public. The organization works through the almost 1,500 members from 131 member colleges and universities in the U.S., Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia to meet the ever-changing needs of the aviation industry and address the challenges of the 21st century.
Career Opportunities
Why Capitol?
We’ve created a game plan to make sure you find a job upon graduation. Learn more about The Capitol Commitment.
Informed by industry partners. Built for real-world demand.
Our leadership and faculty engage with industry partners, including airlines, manufacturers, flight schools, and organizations like the Tipton Airport Authority (TAA), Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), BWI Business Partnership, Flight School Associations of North America (FSANA), and Women in Aviation International (WAI), to inform our curriculum and stay on top of emerging trends and new technologies.
Market Demand for Airport Construction Management Professionals
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in construction, air transportation, and aerospace support services is projected to grow steadily over the next decade, projecting over 18,500 openings each year and strong, long-term demand in safety, operations, air traffic control, and uncrewed systems in support of national efforts such as the FAA’s NextGen modernization program.
Degree Details
Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates are subject to change.
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per semester,12–18 credits) | $13500 | $13635 |
| Per-credit Tuition (over 18 credits) | $1125 | $1125 |
| Student Activity Fee (resident) | $189 | $204 |
| Student Activity Fee (commuter) | $106 | $115 |
| Information Technology Fee (per semester) | $440 | $450 |
| International Student Fee (per semester) | $824 | $824 |
| International Student Application Fee | $50 | $50 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per credit, on-campus, online, or independent study) | $869 | $875 |
| Student Activity Fee | $22 | $25 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (standard rate, per credit) | $455 | $460 |
| Tuition (partnership rate, per credit) | $360 | $375 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (active duty, per credit) | $250 | $250 |
| Tuition (retired duty, per credit) | $769 | $769 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
- All full-time students who keep their student account current are promised their tuition will not increase more than 1% per year for four years.
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