NTL Record

Title A Formative Evaluation of the Collegiate Training Initiative–Air Traffic Control Specialist (CTI-ATCS) Program
Record ID 39660
Personal Name
Creator
Morrison, John E.; Fotouhi, Carolyn Hill; Broach, Dana
Corporate Creator Human Resources Research Organization; Civil Aeromedical Institute
Corporate
Contributor
United States. Office of Aviation Medicine
Publisher Civil Aerospace Medical Institute
Publication Date 19960200
Language English
Abstract This report describes the initial formative evaluation of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) College Training Initiative - Air Traffic Control Specialist (CTI-ATCS) Program. The purpose of the CTI-ATCS program is to test "the concept that non-federal, post-secondary educational institutions can develop, deliver, and implement air traffic control recruiting, selection, and training programs" (FAA, 1990) The background and evolution of this program are presented, along with descriptions of the institutions that are involved in the training of CTI-ATCS participants. The report concludes that the programs at the five participating educational institutions appear to be functioning well. Specifically, the programs are making innovations in recruitment, selection, and training that may be of benefit to the FAA. Some progress in recruiting women and minorities is being made. However, the sharply curtailed demand for CTI-ATCS graduates poses a significant challenge to the program. Improvements in program management and communications are also needed. Overall, the CTI-ATCS program appears to be generally successful, but further study is required.
Rosap ID dot:21431
Rosap URL https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/21431
TRT Terms Air traffic controllers; Training programs; Evaluation; Education and training; Recruiting; Selection and appointment; Universities and colleges
General Subjects Air traffic controllers--Selection and appointment; Air traffic controllers--Training of; Air traffic controllers--Recruiting; Flight schools--Evaluation
Classification NTL - AVIATION - Air Traffic Control;
NTL - PLANNING AND POLICY - Education
Geographical
Coverage
United States
Report Number DOT/FAA/AM-96/6
Resource type Tech Report
URL https://ntlrepository.blob.core.windows.net/lib/39000/39600/39660/AM96-06.pdf
Format PDF
Database NTL Digital Repository