AV 1100: The Aviation Profession
Covers attributes of aviation professional, career planning, and certification process.
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AV 1130: Flight Principles
Basic flight theory and physics of flight. Aircraft control systems related to flight. Ground handling and servicing of aircraft. Special lab fee.
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AV 1140: Aircraft Components and Principles
Materials and hardware, as well as nondestructive inspection applicable to aircraft. Plumbing methods, maintenance publications, and aircraft weight and balance control.
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AV 1170: Aircraft Structures
Accepted methods and repair for metal structures. Organic finishes and application techniques with laboratory applications and practical experience.
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AV 1240: Aircraft Maintenance
Maintenance, repair, alteration, and inspection of aircraft. Assembly and rigging of control systems with laboratory application of maintenance assembly and rigging procedures.
Prerequisites: AV 1130, 1140
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AV 2100: Aircraft Reciprocating Powerplants and Accessories
Theory of operation, maintenance, and repair of reciprocating engines, propellers, exhaust systems, ignition systems, and fuel systems with laboratory applications of principles and components studied.
Prerequisites: AV 2110 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2110: Aircraft Reciprocating Powerplants and Accessories Lab
Laboratory application of principles studied in AV 2100
Prerequisites: AV 2100 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2140: Aircraft Turbine Powerplants and Maintenance Operations
Theory of turbine powerplants, including turbine engine and components operation, hot section inspection, and servicing. Aircraft engine 100-hour inspections and maintenance, with laboratory applications of principles and components studied.
Prerequisites: AV 2150 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2150: Aircraft Turbine Powerplant Maintenance Operations Lab
Theory of turbine powerplants, including turbine engine and components operation, hot section inspection, and servicing. Aircraft engine 100-hour inspections and maintenance, with laboratory applications of principles and components studied.
Prerequisites: AV 2140 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2170: Aircraft Systems
Theory and operation of aerospace environmental systems, communication, navigation and guidance systems, fuel and propellant systems, fire detection, and warning.
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AV 2180: Aircraft Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Theory and operation of aircraft hydraulic, landing gear, and brake systems.
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AV 2190: Aircraft Systems Lab
Laboratory application of principles and components studied in AV 2170.
Prerequisites: AV 2170 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2200: Aircraft Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems Lab
Laboratory application of principles and components studied in AV 2180
Prerequisites: AV 2180 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2250: Internship
Planned supervised work experience in industry. Must have departmental approval.
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AV 2330: Private Pilot Ground School
Instruction in principles of flight, aircraft and engine operation, weather, navigation, radio aids to navigation, radio communications, and federal air regulations. Preparation for FAA Private Pilot written exam.
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AV 2350: Private Pilot Certification
This FAA approved flight training course is designed to provide the training required to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the Private Pilot Airplane License.
The issuance of this certificate and rating is provided by the FAA upon successful completion and passing of the appropriate testing.
Prerequisites: AV 2330
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AV 2420: FAA Regulations, Records, and Certification
Maintenance forms, records, and regulations releasing aircraft to airworthy status. Certification of maintenance technicians is also included.
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AV 2430: Aircraft Electrical Systems and Components
Aircraft electrical power generating systems. Theory of generation, alternators, regulation, and control systems with laboratory application of principles and systems studied.
Prerequisites: ETE 2300
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AV 2440: Aircraft Electrical Systems Laboratory
Laboratory application of principles and systems studied in AV 2430
Prerequisites: ETE 2300; AV 2430 (must be taken concurrently)
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AV 2510: Intermediate Flight
FAA approved flight training program that fulfills the cross country requirements for commercial and instrument ratings.
Prerequisites: AV 2350
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AV 2520: Instrument Pilot Ground School
Ground school approved by FAA under Part 141 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Designed to prepare students to pass the FAA oral and written examinations required for becoming instrument rated pilots.
Prerequisites: AV 2350
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AV 2540: Instrument Pilot Certification I
This FAA approved flight training course is designed to provide the training required to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the FAA Instrument Pilot Airplane Rating.
Instrument 1 focuses on basic flying by reference to instruments, radio navigation, and learning instrument holding procedures.
The issuance of this certificate and rating is provided by the FAA upon successful completion and passing of the appropriate testing.
Prerequisites: AV 2350; AV 2520 (may be taken concurrently)
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AV 2550: Instrument Pilot Certification II
Continuation of AV 2540. Instrument 2 focuses on instrument approach procedures (approaches to a runway for landing) and instrument cross-country procedures.
Prerequisites: AV 2540
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AV 2620: Commercial Pilot Ground School
Commercial flight operations including performance, cross country planning, advanced systems operations, complex airplanes, and flight maneuvers.
Prerequisites: AV 2350 and AV 2520
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AV 2660: Commercial Pilot Certification
This FAA approved flight training course is designed to provide the training required to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the FAA Commercial Pilot Certification.
The issuance of this certificate and rating is provided by the FAA upon successful completion and passing of the appropriate testing.
Prerequisites: AV 2540; AV 2620 (may be taken concurrently)
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AV 2720: CFI and CFII Ground School
Designed to prepare students to pass the FAA oral and written examinations required for becoming certified flight and instrument instructors. Combines Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument into one course.
Prerequisites: AV 2660
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AV 2740: CFI Certification
This FAA approved flight training course is designed to provide the training required to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the FAA Certified Flight Instructor Airplane Rating.
The issuance of this certificate and rating is provided by the FAA upon successful completion and passing of the appropriate testing.
Prerequisites: AV 2720 (may be taken concurrently)
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AV 2860: CFII Certification
This FAA approved flight training course is designed to provide the training required to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the FAA Certified Flight Instructor, Airplane Instrument Rating.
The issuance of this certificate and rating is provided by the FAA upon successful completion and passing of the appropriate testing.
Prerequisites: AV 2720 and AV 2740 (may be taken concurrently)
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AV 2880: Multi-Engine Certification
This flight training program is designed to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the FAA Multi-engine Airplane Rating practical test.
Prerequisites: AV 2660
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AV 3010: National Airspace, Air Traffic Control, and Airport Administration
Study of air traffic control system, airspace usage, and facilities. Airport planning, development, and management and their importance to the achievement of a successful airport operation. Management of publicly owned and operated airports, ranging in size from general aviation to the large air carrier hubs.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement.
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AV 3120: Aviation Law
Law as it affects aviation industry. Rights and responsibilities of individual organizations and the aviation community. Regulation and liability pertaining to design, manufacturing, operation, and maintenance of aircraft.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement.
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AV 3140: Advanced Avionics Systems and Flight Simulation
In-depth study of state-of-the-art aircraft instrumentation systems and advanced flight training utilizing a flight simulator.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 2540 and completion of CIL requirement.
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AV 3280: Advanced Turbine Engines
Advanced study of turbo-jet propulsion. Comparative examination of jet, fan, turbo-prop, and turbo-shaft engines.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 2150, and completion of CIL requirement.
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AV 3410: FCC License
Prepares students to obtain the FCC General Radio Telephone Operator's License. Covers electronic fundamentals through microwave radar and FCC rules and regulations.
Prerequisites: ETE 3400
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AV 3610: AeroTechnology Design I
Students select and plan a senior project. Requires written proposal, including technical description of the project and management plans.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement.
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AV 4200: Composite Manufacturing Processes and Repair
Composite manufacturing processes, composite materials survey, tooling design and fabrication, autoclave processes, vacuum bag techniques, filament winding processes, equipment requirements, materials cutting and storage, and composite materials testing.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement.
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AV 4250: Internship
Planned supervised work experience in industry.
Prerequisites: Departmental approval
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AV 4280: Airline Management
Study of airline operations and their organizational structure. Examines functions of airline dispatcher, operations specialists, managers, and cockpit flight crew. Discussion of advanced flight planning, aircraft performance and loading considerations, and impact of weather on flight operations and routing priorities.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 4300: Airline Marketing
This course provides the groundwork for an understanding of basic strategic business marketing and will familiarize you with the tools used by airline companies to market their services. This course is intended primarily for upper level aviation students planning to pursue a career in the airline industry.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement. AV 4280 is highly recommended.
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AV 4480: Certified Flight Instructor Practicum
Under supervision of ground school instructor, students gain practical experience teaching ground school subjects.
Prerequisites: AV 2740
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AV 4490: Human Factors in Aviation Safety
Examines major causative agent in aircraft accidents: the human being. Emphasizes psychological and physiological factors enhancing accident probability. Includes detailed analysis of ergonomics (human engineering) and its influence on safety.
Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 4610: AeroTechnology Design II
Execution and completion of a team or individual project. Requires design reviews and written reports.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 3610, and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 4620: AeroTechnology Design III
Preparation and presentation of a team or individual project. Writing and speaking skills emphasized through technical reports and presentations.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 4610, and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 4660: Flight Senior Project
Students select, plan, and execute an approved senior project. Writing and speaking skills emphasized through technical reports and presentations.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 5400, and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 5400: Regional Jet Ground School I
Introduction to a typical commercial jet aircraft in use by Regional Airlines. Course includes the following: Aircraft Systems, Standard Operating Procedures, and Flight Planning and Performance. Introduction to Airline Flight Operations in preparation for entry-level pilot positions with a regional airline.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 2550 and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 5410: Regional Jet Ground School II
Continuation of AV 5400
Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 5400, and completion of CIL requirement
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AV 5420: Advanced Regional Jet Simulation
Flight training introduction to a typical commercial jet aircraft simulator in use by regional airlines. Intended for Professional Pilot aviation students actively pursuing a career in the airline industry.
Prerequisites: AV 1100, 5410, and passing scores on the Computer and Information Literacy (CIL) exams.
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