An approach to the follow-up of graduates from non-formal education at DCA-FACES

Abstract

This research analyzes the training given by the Department of Aeronautical Sciences (DCA) of UNAH to facilitate the monitoring of graduates. To achieve this objective, a characterization of the graduates of the aeronautical diplomas taught by the DCA was made. Two instruments of consultation were applied: survey and interview, the respondents met the criteria of: being active in the field for which they were trained, being professionals of whom the DCA had their contacts and showed willingness to be consulted. Of the results, the intensive use of the acquired knowledge and the perception of the benefits of the training received stand out; In addition, the interviewees mentioned the contributions of the graduates such as the understanding of the profiles that interact in aeronautics, the induction of research, providing a global vision of aeronautical sciences and the application of knowledge to improve processes. In the Discussion section, among other reflections, the variables that a database of DCA graduates should include are offered. It is concluded that the knowledge and skills acquired or stimulated by the two graduates studied at the DCA have improved the performance of the graduated technicians and professionals, who are providing their services in a wide range of aeronautical companies and institutions, which constitute An important source of information for the establishment of an academic offer of the DCA, in accordance with the real training needs of the Honduran aeronautical
community.