23 courses with the subject AVI, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
AVI 100Introduction to Aviation3
Provides an overview of aviation, and introduces the student to the many opportunities and challenges of the aviation industry. The student will explore the history of flight from early concepts and experimentations to the beginnings of flight, early industry growth, modern jet-powered flight, and space exploration. Significant aviation events, and aviation pioneers and legends will be covered.
A survey of the U.S. air transportation system including: detailed aspects of the industry’s importance to the U.S. economy; the industry’s components and their relationships, historical developments and growth, the impact of regulations and legislation, business and commercial operations, airline and general aviation economics, the social impact of aviation, and characteristics of the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board.
An introduction to management practices in the aviation industry. The management of large and small airports fixed base operators and aviation organizations are covered with a focus on current aviation management practices.
This course provides an introduction to Safety Management Systems (SMS) to systematically design, implement, and manage safety programs in aviation using the Safety Management System. These concepts of Safety Management Systems are delivered with emphasis on the following concepts; SMS introduction, components of an SMS, analyzing aviation hazard and risk assessments, developing and managing SMS programs, and evaluating an SMS.
A study of aircraft aerodynamics and the physics of flight; topics include aircraft performance, stability, control, weight and balance, special flight conditions, and configurations. Basic theories of flight, including airfoil design, drag, lift, thrust, weight and velocity are discussed as well as calculations of stall speed and basic performance criteria.
Basic study of human and machine interface in an aviation environment. Topics include flight physiology, aeromedical factors, automation, equipment design, navigation, and flight path warning systems as they relate to an established safety culture. Course includes case studies of incidents, accidents, and details crew performance.
AVI 270Air Traffic Control and the National Airspace System3
A study of the nation’s plan to enhance, modernize and expand the National Airspace System. Electronic navigation, communications capabilities, control concepts, and high-tech personnel requirements will be explored. Problems and resolutions concerning implementation of a new airspace system; airspace allocations; safety considerations; economic impact; and social and political implications will be studied.
This course introduces the student to the basic operation of aircraft systems used in light general aviation aircraft. Students will study and be able to describe the operation of reciprocating aircraft engines, flight control, fuel, electrical, landing gear, propeller operation, flight instrument operation. Emphasis will be placed on system description and theory of operation.
Meteorology and adverse weather phenomena and how it impacts aircraft, air traffic control, and flight safety. Topics include the atmosphere and atmospheric pressure, altimetry, wind, humidity, cloud formation and precipitation, stable and unstable atmospheric conditions, air masses and fronts; turbulence; icing, thunderstorms, wind shear, and weather detection systems.
An introduction to the laws and regulations as they pertain to aviation. Topics include the origin and philosophy of law; the important legislation that has shaped the aviation industry over the years; aircraft ownership; Federal Aviation Regulations; manufacturing responsibilities; and accident and insurance liabilities.
The student will be involved in detailed studies of the workings, operations, and management of the corporate flight department, and how it interfaces with the rest of the corporation. The student will learn the duties and responsibilities of the corporate pilot and the flight department manager, including a review of safety practices and the importance of standardization.
Students are introduced to airline operations and their management. Focus is centered on industry practice, route network design, fleet planning, scheduling, and revenue management. Applicable Federal Aviation Regulations governing air carrier operations also emphasized.
Course is an advanced study of the theories of flight including capabilities and limitations, performance and design criteria, load factors, weight and balance charts, transport category aircraft performance, high altitude operations, and aircraft certification. Additionally, it details aerodynamic performance of aircraft powered by reciprocating, turboprop, jet turbine engines, and rotorcraft.
This course offers an introduction to research design along with descriptive and inferential statistics. Prepares students to design, analyze, interpret, and report on their own research, as well as to critically evaluate the work of others. Students are required to submit a research proposal.
Junior level student or instructors written consent.
AVI 375Aircraft Systems II3
Introduces the basic operation of aircraft systems used in transport aircraft. Study is concentrated on the operation of gas turbine engines, hydraulic and pneumatic power, pressurization, electrical, environmental control and ice protection systems. Additionally, course work will include an introduction to a Minimum Equipment List and a Configuration Deviation List.
AVI 411Transition to the Aviation/Aerospace Industry3
A juniorand senior-level course designed to help the student to focus on a particular career path in the aviation or aerospace industry. Directed discussions, individual and group assignments, and guest speakers may be incorporated to provide increased knowledge about career opportunities in the field of aviation. Course topics include defining “the professional,” the “professional in aviation,” resume writing, interviewing skills, setting goals, public speaking and presentation skills, and networking.
AVI 100 , AVI 220 , Aviation major with junior standing or written consent from the Program Director/or the instructor.
AVI 415Aviation Project Management3
Course provides an in-depth look at aviation project management from concept to completion while connecting project management within an aviation context that is prudent to business decision making. Aviation projects commonly fail to deliver on time and often exceed budget, this course will highlight methods to avoid these failures.
This course introduces the fundamentals of CRM and the intense challenges that crew members face in modern aircraft and airspace. Topics include flight crew leadership, checklist philosophy, communications in the cockpit, and professional development. Analysis of CRM-related aircraft accidents will be discussed and detailed.
This course presents an overview of how airports are designed and planned and covers both the development and management of airports. Development issues such as airport site characteristics, layout of runways, design of passenger buildings, and analysis of environmental impacts. Management topics cover congestion and queues, peak-hour traffic, air traffic control, and demand management.
An academic internship is an opportunity for the student to apply classroom knowledge to the real world of work. An academic internship is required by all aviation science students. It is an opportunity for the student to broaden their horizons and to gain real work experience. The internship is a work experience that leads to academic credit. Evaluations are based in part on written reports from the employee.
Integrates, extends, and applies knowledge learned in earlier aviation courses and readings. The course is designed for senior-level students with emphasis on projects and special aviation topics supported by faculty in potential cooperation with a governmental or aerospace industry partner. This course will culminate with a senior project/portfolio and presentation.
On a one-to-one basis and under direct guidance of the instructor, the student will be given the opportunity to complete independent and directed studies on selected topics in general, corporate, commercial, and military aviation, as well as topics in the aerospace industry.
Consent of instructor and written consent from the Program Director.
AVI 475Topics in Aviation/Aerospace3
Selected topics and issues in the field of aviation or aerospace are explored so that the student is aware of past, current, and potential issues. Presents significant issues in aviation and aerospace and is designed so that the student will have a fuller understanding and appreciation of both industries. The student will learn how to analyze an issue to determine its reasons for existing and will be able to project the issue into the future to anticipate how it might affect other issues and concerns.
