Aviation Courses

Textbooks

AV 101 - Introduction to Aviation 
This course introduces the student to the Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Maunal (FAR/AIM). Designed to build an understanding of the pilot credentials required for a career in aviation and help students explore various career options. 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. Airplane and helicopter pilot careers will be emphasized.  Textbook: 2011 FAR/AIM Credits: 3    Lecture: 3

AV 104 - Introduction to Aircraft Systems 
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.  Textbook: Aircraft Systems for Pilots, Jeppesen Credits: 4    Lecture: 4

AV 108 - Meteorology I 
A survey course in atmospheric science that covers weather basics and atmospheric circulations. Included is a systematic development of the following: the atmosphere, energy and temperature, wind, atmospheric moisture, horizontal and vertical pressure patterns, clouds, atmospheric circulation, stability, air masses, fronts, fog, icing, thunderstorms, jet streams and turbulence. Students will study surface weather observations, routine weather reports and forecasts, surface maps and constant pressure maps.  Course is offered Online or in a Hybrid environment (with class meeting one night per week and other work done online). Textbook: Jeppesen Aviation Weather  Credits: 4    Lecture: 4

AV 110 - Private Pilot - Airplane
Provides initial ground instruction in aeronautical skills and knowledge for the private pilot rating. Involves an introduction to fundamentals of flight, aerodynamics, flight operations, airspace, weather and weather products, flight planning, decision making, human factors, human factors in aviation, and crew resource management. Comprehensive course that prepares student for the Private Pilot written exam. Recommended prerequisite: MTH 20.  Textbooks and materials: GFD Private Pilot Textbook (Jeppesen); Private Pilot FAA Airmen Knowledge Test Guide ; CSG Computer (E6B)  ; PN-1 Navigation Plotter ; FAR/AIM 2011; or Cessna 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 115 - Private Pilot-Helicopter 
Covers fundamentals of flight, flight operations, aviation weather, performance, navigation, aircraft systems, aeronautical publications, Federal Aviation Regulations, flight planning, radio procedures, meteorology, and human factors. Comprehensive course that prepares student for the Private Pilot written exam. Students will be prepared for the FAA Private Pilot Rotorcraft knowledge test. GFD Private Pilot Textbook (Jeppesen) ; Private Pilot FAA Airmen Knowledge Test Guide ; CSG Computer (E6B)  ; PN-1 Navigation Plotter.   Recommended prerequisite: MTH 20, recommended corequisite: AV 117. Co requisites: AV 117.  Credits: 5    Lecture: 5

AV 117 Helicopter Fundamentals
This course covers fundamentals of helicopter flight, flight operations, helicopter performance, navigation, helicopter systems, aeronautical publications, helicopter flight maneuvers, flight planning, radio procedures, meteorology and human factors. Recommended prerequisite: MTH 20 and recommended corequisite: AV 115. Corequisites: AV 115  Credits: 3 Lecture: 3

AV 150 - Aerodynamics 
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 85. .Credits: 4    Lecture: 4

AV 188 - Special Studies: Aviation
Credits: 1 to 5   AV 199 - Selected Topics: Aviation
Credits: 1 to 8    

AV 208 - Meteorology II
Focuses on application of meteorology theory and the availability, understanding and use of weather products.  Emphasis is placed on maximizing aircraft performance and minimizing exposure to weather hazards. Includes 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. Recommended prerequisite: AV 108 or instructor approval.  Course is offered as an an Online course or a Hybrid (with class meeting on night per week and other work done online). Textbook: Jeppesen Aviation Weather  Credits: 4    Lecture: 4

AV 210 - Instrument - Airplane
The instrument rating ground school prepares students for the FAA instrument written exam and an FAA Instrument rating. Includes 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: ASA The Pilot's Manual (PM3)  Instrument Flying. Credits: 5    Lecture: 5

AV 215 - Instrument-Helicopter  
The instrument rating ground school for helicopter prepares students for the FAA instrument written exam and an FAA Instrument rating. Includes 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: ASA The Pilot's Manual (PM3)  Instrument Flying,  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 aircraft 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:  ASA - The Pilot's Manual (PM2) - Ground School.  Credits: 4    Lecture: 4 AV

222A  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane-certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land, and instrument airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule. Mandatory prerequisite: instructor permission. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222B  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land, and instrument airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule. Mandatory prerequisite: instructor permission. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222C  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land and instrument airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule. Mandatory prerequisite: instructor permission. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222D  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land, and instrument airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule. Mandatory prerequisite: instructor permission. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222E  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222F  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222G  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits:  1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222H  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI) and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222I  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI) and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222J  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222K  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222L  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI) and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222M  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 222N  AIRPLANE FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating in single engine and multiengine airplanes. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become airplane certified flight instructors (CFI) with ratings for single engine land, multiengine land (MEI), and instrument (CFII) airplane. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 225 - Commercial Helicopter 
Reviews 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. Textbook:  ASA - The Pilot's Manual (PM2) - Ground School.   Credits: 4    Lecture: 4

AV 227A HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground, and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval    required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227B HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227C  HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227D HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227E HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227F HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227G HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227H HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227I  HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227J  HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227K  HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227L  HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227M HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 227N  HELICOPTER FLIGHT LAB
The Professional Pilot flight labs provide ground, simulator, and flight instruction and training for students desiring careers as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. The Professional Pilot course includes certification training for the commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating. Professional Pilot students will be prepared to become certified flight instructors (CFI) with the instrument (CFII ) helicopter rating. Flight, ground and simulator training fees apply. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule and lab scheduling. Instructor approval required for registration. Credits: 1 Lab : 3.2

AV 230 - Multiengine Pilot 
Ground instruction of aeronautical skills and knowledge applicable to the private multiengine pilot certification in light twins. The course may also be taken by those pilots who have a commercial single engine rating to obtain an additional rating for commercial multiengine. Emphasis is on engine failure, multiengine aerodynamics, minimum controllable airspeed, propeller feathering, V-speeds, flight planning, decision making, human factors and crew resource management. 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. Credits: 4    Lecture: 4

AV 245 Advanced Helicopter Operations

The course will address advanced helicopter operations in a ground school environement. Student will be introduced to operations of turbine helicopters.  The mountain flying phase will provide student with a working knowledge of operations in and around mountainous terrain.  The external load phase covers the basic skills of flying with an external longline attached to the aircraft. The night vision goggle (NVG) phase will introduce the student to a new realm of flying safely at night, and will be completed using an Internet based FAA approved Part 141 training syllabus and classroom instruction. NVG course licensing fee applies. See aviation program director for current course fee. 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 250 Certified Flight Instructor-Airplane
Provides the flight instructor applicant with fundamental concepts and practice for successful flight instruction at the recreational, 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.  Two FAA written knowledge tests are required, and a third is recommended. Student must pay the testing service for the tests using a credit card. Recommended prerequisite: AV 220 or FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating. Credits: 5    Lecture: 5

  Textbook: GFD Flight Instructor Textbook.  Credits: 5    Lecture: 5 

AV 255 - Certified Flight Instructor-Helicopter 
Teaches techniques of flight and ground instruction, analysis of maneuvers, aircraft performance and federal aviation regulations applicable to flight instructors. Practice instructing will be required. Student will prepare for the FAA Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI), CFI Helicopter and Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) exams. See Aviation program director for current fee schedule. Recommended prerequisites: AV 225 and/or Commercial Pilot certificate. Credits: 5    Lecture: 5

AV 288 - Special Studies: Aviation
Credits: 1 to 5  

AV 299 - Selected Topics: Aviation
Credits: 1 to 8    

NOTE: An Online Orientation course must be completed before a student can enroll in an online class.