38 courses with the subject AVIT, 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.
Unmanned Aircraft Commercial Pilot will prepare the student to take the FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems Examination. Upon successful completion of the examination the student will be an FAA Unmanned Aircraft Part 107 pilot allowing them to operate a drone for compensation.
Introduction to Aviation is designed to give the student a solid foundation in the understanding of aviation history. The students will learn about the infrastructure supporting aviation, i.e. airports, aviation organizations, and types of aircraft. This course will cover specific issues such as aviation weather and the threats weather pose to flight activities.
Tools, Human Factors, Ground Operations, Servicing, and Aerodynamics will teach students how to ground handle aircraft, perform APU operations, and secure aircraft. They will also learn the principles of physics and math on aircraft aerodynamics.
Aircraft Drawings, Electricity, and Electronics will teach students how to read aircraft drawings, sketch, and interpret the meaning of lines on a drawing as well as the effects weight and balance has on aerodynamics, and how to calculate the weight and balance of an aircraft. Students will also learn Aircraft Electricity and Electronics including the study of basic electricity, relationship between voltage, current, resistance, power, capacitance, and inductance in an electrical circuit; be able to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams, and understand the chemistry of both lead-acid and nickel-cadmium aircraft batteries. The students will learn to recognize various electronic components, understand and troubleshoot logic gates.
Fluid Lines: Materials, Hardware, and Processes will teach students tubing and hose materials, applications, sizes, fittings, rigid line fabrication, installation, and inspection techniques/practices. Students will also learn the various aircraft materials, hardware, and processes including the various types of nondestructive inspection and be able to perform simple inspections using dye penetrant, eddy current, ultrasonic, and magnetic particle inspection. Students will understand the basic principles of heat treatment of both ferrous and nonferrous metals and be able to distinguish between properly and improperly made welds. This course also introduces the student to the selection of cleaning materials, emphasizing their relationship with the type of material being cleaned. It stresses the identification of the various types of corrosion, the evaluation of corrosion damage, the proper way of removing the corrosion deposits, and the treatment of the corroded area.
Forms, Publications, Inspection Concepts, and Weight and Balance will teach students the privileges granted to Aviation Maintenance Technicians, Authorized Inspectors, and explain the legal limitations of each category of maintenance airmen. The students will also learn how to select the appropriate Type Certificate Data Sheets for an aircraft and its engines, locate all the applicable Airworthiness Directives and Airworthiness Alerts, and locate and adequately use manufacturers’ maintenance manuals and service bulletins. The students will learn to use precise measuring equipment, calipers, micrometers, etc. Various types of aircraft inspections will be covered and students will learn to perform an aircraft weight and balance calculations, along with the effects weight and balance has on aerodynamics.
Metallic and Non-Metallic Structures will teach students how to identify the various types of composite structural components, including the matrix materials and the reinforcing fibers, and the student will be able to explain the methods of lay-up that give the maximum strength against the applied loads. The students will also learn the safety considerations involved in working with the various chemicals used with composite materials. The students will learn to perform sheet metal flat pattern layouts, rivet spacing and installations.
Flight Controls and Inspection will teach students flight controls and rotorcraft fundamentals to include control cables, cable connectors, control stops, torque tubes, flutter and flight control balance, aircraft flight controls and stabilizer systems, secondary and auxiliary control surfaces. Students will also learn inspection requirements under 14 CFR part 91, requirements for complying with ADs. Special inspections, compliance with service letters, service bulletins, instructions for continued airworthiness, or ADs, and corrosion types and identification will be covered.
Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Landing Gear Systems will cover hydraulic and pneumatic systems and landing gear systems. Hydraulic system components and fluids, hydraulic system servicing requirements, pneumatic system types and components, servicing, function, and operation of accumulators, hoses, lines, and fittings, filter maintenance procedures.
Reciprocating Engine Operations and Propellers will teach students engine exhaust system theory, components, operation, and inspection, noise suppression theory, components, and operation (e.g., mufflers, hush kits, augmenter tubes). Students will also learn propeller theory and operation, pitch control and adjustment, turbine engine propeller reverse/beta range operation, procedures for removal and installation of a propeller, and propeller synchronization systems.
Turbine Engine Operations and Air System will teach students turbine engine operating principles and theory of operation, types of turbine engines, performance and monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection procedures, removing and installing a turbine engine, causes for turbine engine performance loss, bleed air systems, storage and preservation, auxiliary power units, and engine adjustment and testing.
Engine Inspections and Electrical Systems will teach students inspection requirements under 14 CFR Part 43 and part 91 including identification of life-limited parts and their replacement interval to include special inspections, use of FAA-approved data, compliance with service letters, bulletins, instructions for continued airworthiness, ADs, or TCDSs. The course will also cover maintenance record keeping, engine component inspection to include engine mounts, mounting hardware, checking, and servicing as well as power plant and accessories inspection, perform an engine start and inspect engine operational parameters. Generators, alternators, starter generators, voltage regulators, over-voltage and over-current protection, AC/DC generator systems, the procedure for locating the correct electrical cable/wire size needed to fabricate a cable/wire, the purpose and procedure for paralleling a dual-generator electrical system, electrical wiring, switches, and protective devices will also be covered.
Avionics Fundamentals I is comprised of the following two modules: Federal Aviation Administration Regulations: This module will cover the regulations that govern aviation, the student will learn how to navigate the FAA website, how to look up an aircraft’s type certificate, advisory circulars, and airworthiness directives. Aircraft Weight and Balance: Weight and Balance are critical to the safe operation of an aircraft. This module will cover the process for weight and balance computations, and documentation.
Avionics Fundamentals II will address the fundamentals of safety and basic electricity. Topics of aircraft electrical systems and their requirements including the use of the ammeter, voltmeter, and ohmmeter; series and parallel circuits; inductance and capacitance; magnetism; converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC); controlling devices; maintenance and servicing of aircraft batteries; and reading and interpreting aircraft electrical diagrams to include solid state devices and logic functions will be covered. Soldering training will be conducted to meet Aerospace/Aviation J-STD-001. This is a comprehensive soldering certification program working on electrical and electronic components.
Avionics Fundamentals III is an introduction to aviation electronic systems and the relationship between aviation electronic, flight, and navigational systems with emphasis on their operation and function.
Avionics Fundamentals IV is a study of airframe electrical systems including installation, removal, disassembly, and repair of electrical components and related wiring. Fundamentals of electrical safety also addressed.
Avionics Fundamentals V is a course in the theory, operation, testing and troubleshooting of common aircraft communications systems to include aircraft audio distribution systems, VHF communication systems, UHF communication systems, satellite communication systems, telephone systems, public address systems, and intercom systems. The student will receive training on the setup and use of common and peculiar test equipment associated with the testing of aircraft communication systems. Furthermore, the student will receive training in aircraft communication systems troubleshooting and repair practices/procedures using the correct materials and processes.
Avionics Fundamentals VI is the study of aircraft navigation systems line maintenance. A course (aircraft line maintenance) in the theory, operation, testing and troubleshooting of common aircraft navigation systems, to include VOR/LOC navigation systems, instrument landing systems, global positioning systems, Distance Measurement Equipment, and Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon Systems. The student will receive training on the setup and use of common and peculiar test equipment associated with the testing of aircraft navigation systems. Furthermore, the student will receive training in aircraft navigation systems troubleshooting and repair practices/procedures.
Avionics Fundamentals VII is a course (aircraft line maintenance) in the theory, operation, testing, and inspection of Air Traffic Control Radarbased surveillance systems and Space-based surveillance systems to include; ATCRBS elementary air traffic control systems (Mode A, Mode C, and Mode S) and Automatic Dependent Surveillance and Broadcast (ADS-B) and Mode S Extended Squitter (ES) systems. This course will also address the theory, operation, testing, and inspection of aircraft Traffic Collision and Avoidance Systems (TCAS) as well. The student will receive training on the setup and use of common and peculiar test equipment associated with the testing of Aircraft Traffic Control Surveillance Systems (ATCRBS) and Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS).
Avionics Fundamentals VIII is a course in aviation electrical and electronic systems installation. A comprehensive study of and practical experience in installation of avionic systems in aircraft, mounting electronic equipment, construction and installation of electrical wiring and cables, proper use of tools, selection of materials, and safety.
Private Pilot Ground I will cover aircraft construction, flight controls, basis aerodynamics, instrumentation, aviation weather, air traffic control, navigation, radio communication procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations. The student will learn preflight, takeoff, landing, ATC radio operations and basic flight maneuvers in the flight simulator. Additional course fee required for flight simulator.
Instrument Rating Ground II examines FAA regulations, meteorology, navigation, radio procedures, instrument departures, en-route and approach procedures, the instrument airway, and airspace systems as well as aircraft systems operation. Introduces glass cockpit instrumentation. This is ground instruction only; a student pilot will need to acquire the required flight time experience from a flight school. The student will learn various approach and terminal operation procedures using the flight simulator. Additional course fee required for flight simulator. Flight Simulator Option: See instructor
Aviation Safety presents an introduction to aviation safety, aeronautical descision making, resource management, and risk management. Explores general aviation and airline accident cases and determine actions that led up to the accident. This is ground instruction only; a student pilot will need to acquire the required flight time experience from a flight school. Flight Simulator Option: See instructor
Aviation Weather emphasizes the importance and impact weather has on the safe operation of aircraft. This course will cover the various aspects of climate and atmospheric weather, aviation weather reports, forecasts and weather data sources. This is ground instruction only; a student pilot will need to acquire the required flight time experience from a flight school.
Commercial Pilot Ground III covers privileges, responsibilities and the operational environment of a commercial pilot. This course explores the application of aeronautical knowledge and skills in simulated commercial operation situations; reviews judgment and decision-making skills, studies aerodynamics, performance and limitations, weight and balance, aircraft systems, airworthiness, aeromedical factors, night and high altitude operations, weather hazards and reports, airport operations, flight planning, and decision making. This is ground instruction only; a student pilot will need to acquire the required flight time experience from a flight school. The flight simulator will assist the student in understanding flight maneuvers required for the commercial rating. Additional course fee required for flight simulator. Flight Simulator Option: See instructor
Certified Flight Instructor Ground IV provides the foundational knowledge and teaching skills necessary to become an authorized FAA airplane flight instructor. The course covers certification and training requirements for which the student will have instructional privileges, develops organization and presentation skills required for instructional activity, including applying human behavior and learning principles during instructional activity. Focuses on the teaching of critical emphasis areas as identified by the FAA. This is ground instruction only; a student pilot will need to acquire the required flight time experience from a flight school. Flight Simulator Option: See instructor
Human Factors in Aviation covers the mistakes and errors we make and how to recognize the social and physiological conditions when we are most likely to make a mistake. Drawing upon the latest scientific research, aviation safety studies, and accident findings, Human Factors: Enhancing Pilot Performance thoroughly explores the nature of these human limitations and how they affect flight. Most importantly, this course provides best practice countermeasures designed to help pilots minimize their influence on flight performance.
Special Topics in Aviation Technology is an in-depth examination of selected topics in aviation technology. This course may be repeated for credit when content varies.
Special Topics in Aviation Technology is an in-depth examination of selected topics in aviation technology. This course may be repeated for credit when content varies.
Environmental Systems will teach students aircraft pressurization, heating, cooling, and oxygen system.
Instrumentation, Communication, and Navigation will teach students basic instrument systems including the mechanical sensors for pressure, temperature, and position, and the electrical or electronic systems for converting this data into usable displays. The students will be able to perform a static-pressure system leak test, documenting the allowable and actual amount of leakage, and recording the results of the test in the aircraft maintenance records. The principle of operation of the various electronic navigation, control, and communications systems, and inspection of electrical and mechanical integrity of various antennas installed on an aircraft will also be covered.
Special Topics in Aviation Technology is an in-depth examination of selected topics in aviation technology. This course may be repeated for credit when content varies.
Aircraft Electrical Systems will teach students principles of generators, DC generation systems, and DC power distribution systems, starter generators, voltage regulators and over-volt and over-current protection, aircraft wiring sizes, types, selection, installation and circuit protection devices, aircraft wiring shielding, instrument or instrument panel removal and installation, electrical system troubleshooting, aircraft electrical connectors, splices, terminals and switches, aircraft battery troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Fuel Systems, Ice and Rain Protection, and Fire Detection will teach students ice and rain control systems and airframe fire protection systems including aircraft icing causes/effects, aircraft and power plant anti-ice systems and components, wiper blade, chemical, pneumatic bleed air rain control systems, and environmental conditions that degrade vision. Types of fires and aircraft fire zones, overheat and fire detection system maintenance and inspection, fire extinguishing agents, fire extinguishing system maintenance, and inspection requirements will also be covered.
Rotorcraft Fundamentals and Wastewater Systems will teach students rotorcraft aerodynamics, transmissions, design, type, operation of rotor systems, rotor blade functions and construction, and drive system vibrations and inspection. This course will also cover wastewater systems including potable water and lavatory systems will be reviewed.
Special Topics in Aviation Technology is an in-depth examination of selected topics in aviation technology. This course may be repeated for credit when content varies.
Ignition, Lubrication, and Induction Systems will teach students engine instrument systems, ignition and starting systems. The students will learn engine fuel flow systems, temperature monitoring, pressure, annunciators, torquemeters, digital engine control module, and engine instrument range markings. Ignition system theory, shower of sparks and impulse coupling, solid-state ignition systems, engine starters, and turbine engine ignition systems. Types, grades, and uses of engine oil, wet-sump system, chip detectors, and excessive aircraft engine oil consumption. Reciprocating engine induction and cooling system theory, components, and operation. Superchargers and controls, augmenter cooling system, carburetor heaters, reciprocating engine baffle and seal installation.
Fuel, Exhaust, and Reverser Systems will teach students engine fuel and fuel metering systems and turbine engine air systems to include fuel/air ratio, carburetor theory and operation, pressure carburetor theory, operation, and adjustment. This course will also cover digital engine control modules (e.g., FADEC), fuel nozzles and manifolds design, operation, maintenance, and inspection requirements for an engine fuel system. Students will also learn the principles of fuel heaters, fuel pumps, and fuel filters. Air cooling system theory, components and operation, turbine engine internal cooling, turbine engine insulation blankets and shrouds, turbine engine bleed air system theory, components, and operation will be covered in this course.
Source: Northeast State Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
