High School Outreach and Program Introduction

On September 17th, 2025, the Aviation Engineering Department at Tishk International University hosted an informational event designed specifically for prospective students, providing comprehensive insights into the aviation engineering program and university facilities. The event commenced with a warm welcome from department staff, followed by an opening presentation by Dr. Soorkeu A. Atrooshi, Department Head, who provided detailed overviews of the program structure and curriculum components.

Interactive Learning and Engagement Activities

The event featured multiple interactive components designed to engage prospective students actively:

Educational Engagement Sessions:

  • Kahoot question game testing aviation knowledge in a competitive format

  • Interactive learning modules explaining fundamental aviation engineering concepts

  • Educational activities designed to demonstrate practical engineering applications

  • Hands-on exploration of aviation principles through guided exercises

Campus Facilities Tour and Resource Demonstration

A comprehensive campus tour provided prospective students with direct exposure to department resources:

Tour Components:

  • Guided exploration of specialized aviation engineering laboratories

  • Detailed overview of technical resources and equipment available

  • Infrastructure demonstration showcasing department capabilities

  • Facility inspection of dedicated aviation learning spaces

Information Session and Career Guidance

The event concluded with an extensive Q&A session addressing student inquiries:

Information Coverage:

  • Detailed program information about the aviation engineering curriculum

  • Admission requirements and application procedures

  • Career prospects within the aviation industry

  • Professional pathway guidance for aspiring aviation engineers

  • Academic support systems available to students

Second Event: STEM Community and Aviation Licensing Focus

For the second time, on November 5th, 2025, the Aviation Engineering Department extended invitations to members of the interested STEM community, including students and parents with aviation passion and private pilot’s license interests. This specialized event featured:

Lighthearted Activity Structure:

  • Informative presentation on aviation engineering and pilot licensing

  • Open exchange of ideas among participants with shared interests

  • Interactive Q&A session addressing specific concerns and questions

  • Refreshments and networking facilitating casual conversations

Focused Discussion Topics:

  • Enhanced opportunities provided by a BSc in Aviation Engineering for PPL license applications

  • Common challenges in the Private Pilot License acquisition process

  • Curriculum commonalities between Aviation Engineering and PPL ground school requirements

  • Added professional value of combining a BSc degree with PPL certification

  • International flight school examples and global best practices

  • Actionable plans suggested by the department for interested attendees

These events successfully introduced prospective students and the broader STEM community to the exciting field of aviation engineering while providing practical guidance on educational pathways and professional certifications within the aviation sector.

Keywords: Aviation Engineering, Prospective Students, Program Introduction, STEM Outreach, Private Pilot License, Career Guidance, Department Tour, Interactive Learning