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Aviation-Professional Pilot
AV 101 - Introduction to Aviation
Designed to help students explore various career options and prepare for a career in aviation. A variety of employment opportunities are investigated, including commercial, business, corporate, military and general aviation related business. Emphasis will be given to careers in operations and flight technology. Textbook: 2008 FAR/AIM Credits: 3 Lecture: 3
AV 104 - Introduction to Aircraft Systems
Course introduces the student to the training aircraft that are used in general aviation, and will look in detail at those aircraft used in this program. Aircraft in current use for training by industry will be studied and emphasis placed on basic aircraft systems operations, including emergencies. Applicable Aviation Regulations, including the use of Minimum Equipment Lists, will be studied. Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 108 - Meteorology I
Designed as an introduction to the fundamentals of meteorology and the understanding and application of basic weather concepts to flight planning and in-flight operations. Emphasis is placed on maximizing aircraft performance and minimizing exposure to weather hazards. Study will include atmospheric circulation patterns and resultant weather systems. Detailed analysis of weather reports and forecasts will place emphasis on pilot flight planning and decision making with respect to flight operations. Course will be offered as a Hybrid course with class meeting on night per week and other work done online. Textbook: Jeppesen Aviation Weather Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 110 - Private Pilot
Provides initial ground instruction in aeronautical skills and knowledge applicable to the Professional Pilot syllabus and private pilot rating. Course involves an introduction to pilot training, human factors in aviation, and aviation opportunities, with emphasis on flight planning and decision-making, human factors, and crew resource management. Comprehensive course that includes all aspects pertaining to Private Pilot flight operations. Five hours of flight simulator or Advanced Training Device time required. Textbooks and materials: JS314500 - GFD Private Pilot Textbook
; Private Pilot FAA Airmen Knowledge Test Guide
; CSG Computer (E6B)
; PN-1 Navigation Plotter
; or Jeppesen Private Pilot kit which contains all of those items and other materials that may be used by your Flight Provider (See Program Coordinator for more details). Credits: 5 Lecture: 5
AV 111 - Flight Maneuvers
Provides the preflight training required for the FAA approved FAR Part 141 private pilot syllabus. Topics include global positioning systems, aircraft and pilot logbooks/documents, preflight preparation, flight maneuvers and phase exams. Recommended corequisites: AV 110 Private Pilot and enrollment in the FAR 141 program. Textbook: Jeppesen GFD Private Pilot Maneuvers Manual. Credits: 3 Lecture: 3
AV 115 - Private Pilot-Helicopter
Covers fundamentals of flight, flight operations, aviation weather, performance and navigation, aircraft systems, aeronautical publications, Federal Aviation Regulations, flight planning, radio procedures, meteorology and human factors. Students will be prepared for the FAA Private Pilot Rotocraft knowledge test. Recommended prerequisite: MTH 20.Credits: 8 Lecture: 8
AV 150 - Aerodynamics
Course is an in depth study of aerodynamics, beginning with a brief history of the development of flight and flight theory. The physics of lift, drag, weight and thrust are related to airfoil and airplace design and operational characteristics. Aircraft stability and control are related to airplace performance and safety. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of aerodynamics through projects in which they predict aircraft performance. Recommended prerequisite: MTH 95.Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 199 - Selected Topics: Aviation
Credits: 1 to 8
AV 204 - Advanced Aircraft Systems
Course encompasses a detailed study of aircraft systems and structures and enables the students to progress into heavier, more complex single and multi-engine aircraft. Aircraft in current use by industry will be studied with an emphasis placed on operations, including emergencies. Applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, including use of Minimum Equipment Lists, will be studied. Recommended prerequisite: AV 104.Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 208 - Aviation Meteorology Applications
Course will focus on application of meteorology theory to aviation and the availability, understanding and use of available weather products for flight planning and in-flight operations. Emphasis is placed on maximizing aircraft performance and minimizing exposure to weather hazards. Study will include examining the weather forecasting models, detailed use and interpretation of graphic weather products, access to telephone and internet weather briefing sites, and utilization of weather products in flight planning and decision making. Recommended prerequisite: AV 108 or instructor approval. Course will be offered as a Hybrid course with class meeting on night per week and other work done online. Textbook: Jeppesen Aviation Weather Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 210A - Instrument-Airplane
The instrument rating ground school prepares students for the FAA instrument written exam and an FAA Instrument rating. Course will include an in-depth study of basic altitude instrument flying, IFR navigation systems and procedures, aircraft flight instruments, aviation weather, applicable FARs and the instrument charts required for IFR flight. Ten hours of flight simulator time. Recommended prerequisites: AV 110 and/or Private Pilot certificate. Textbook: Jeppesen Instrument/Commercial Textbook Credits: 5 Lecture: 5
AV 210H - Instrument-Helicopter
The instrument rating ground school for helicopter prepares students for the FAA instrument written exam and an FAA Instrument rating. Course will include an in-depth study of basic altitude instrument flying, IFR navigation systems and procedures, aircraft flight instruments, aviation weather, applicable FARs and the instrument charts required for IFR flight. Ten hours of flight simulator time. Recommended prerequisites: AV 115 and/or Private Pilot certificate. Textbook: Jeppesen Instrument/Commercial Textbook Credits: 5 Lecture: 5
AV 220 - Commercial Pilot
Ground instruction of aeronautical skills and knowledge applicable to the commercial pilot certification portion of the Professional Pilot training syllabus. Subjects covered include night flight, aviation physiology, advanced aerodynamics, aircraft performance, weight and balance, complex aircraft operations, advanced airplace systems, commercial operations and Federal Aviation Regulations for commercial pilots and noncommercial flight operations, with emphasis on human factors, crew resource management, and decision-making. Course requires five hours of simulator instruction. Recommended prerequisite: AV 110 and/or FAA Private Pilot Rating. Textbook: Jeppesen Instrument/Commercial Textbook Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 225 - Commercial Helicopter
Course is designed to review the principles of flight, aircraft systems, pertinent federal aviation regulations and airman publications and service in order to prepare the student for the FAA Commercial Helicopter Pilot written exam. Five hours of flight simulator time. Recommended prerequisites: AV 115 and/or Private Pilot certificate.Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 230 - Multiengine Pilot
Ground instruction of aeronautical skills and knowledge applicable to the commercial and multi-engine pilot certification portion of the Professional Pilot training syllabus. Emphasis is on flight planning and decision-making, human factors, and crew resource management. Course requires five hours of Advanced Training Device instruction. Recommended prerequisites: AV 110 and/or FAA Private Pilot Rating. Textbook: Jeppesen Multiengine Textbook. Credits: 2 Lecture: 2
AV 235 - Human Factors
An introduction to the field of human behavior and characteristics as critical factors in the design and operation of electronic/machine systems. Emphasis is on crew resource management and human factors, including the study of human performance in complex systems with an examination of personality, stress, anxiety, fatigue, communication skills, decision-making, situational awareness, analysis of aviation and accidents, and practical application of human factors and performance to modern aviation. Three hours of simulator training is required to complete this course.Credits: 4 Lecture: 4
AV 246 - Aviation Safety
A detailed introduction into aspects of aviation safety, intended to promote flight safety in the general aviation and training environment. Topics include risk management, pilot psychology, human factors, accident trends and analysis of accident reports. Course will be offered online. Textbook: Aircraft Safety – Accident Investigations, Analyses, & Applications, 2nd Edition, Shari Krause, McGraw-Hill ISBN: 0-07-140974-2 Credits: 3 Lecture: 3
AV 255 - Certified Flight Instructor-Helicopter
Course teaches techniques of flight and ground instruction, analysis of maneuvers, aircraft performance and federal aviation regulations applicable to flight instructors. Some practice teaching will be required. Preparation for the FAA written exam included. Course requires five hours of simulator instruction. Recommended prerequisites: AV 225 and/or Commercial Pilot certificate.Credits: 5 Lecture: 5
AV 256 - Certified Flight Instructor Ground School
This course is designed to provide the commercial pilot/flight instructor applicant with fundamental concepts and practice for successful flight instruction at the private and commercial pilot level. Elements include Fundamentals of Instruction, developing lesson plans for private pilot and commercial pilot syllabus, designing curriculum, creating objective evaluation and grading criteria, and practical application in presenting technical material in an interactive classroom setting. Students participate by giving one-on-one flight briefings, leading classroom discussions, and teaching in a classroom setting. Course requires five hours of simulator instruction. Recommended prerequisite: AV 220; FAA Commercial Pilot Rating. Textbook: GFD Flight Instructor Textbook. Credits: 5 Lecture: 5
AV 299 - Selected Topics: Aviation
Credits: 1 to 8
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