AVIATN 2400
Transcript Abbreviation:
AVN: FUNDAMTLS UAS
Course Description:
This course introduces the student to Unmanned Aircraft Systems, aircraft aerodynamics, aircraft
performance, meteorology, operating within the National Airspace System, regulations, and use-cases of UAS .
This course also provides exposure on UAS career paths and provides knowledge to take FAA Part 107
certification exam and USI safety level one exam.
performance, meteorology, operating within the National Airspace System, regulations, and use-cases of UAS .
This course also provides exposure on UAS career paths and provides knowledge to take FAA Part 107
certification exam and USI safety level one exam.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
8 weeks (summer only)
7 weeks (autumn or spring)
6 weeks (summer only)
4 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Lima
Wooster (ATI)
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Distance Learning (100% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
(N/A)
Electronically Enforced:
Yes
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
Explain the principles of aerodynamics of an aircraft
Define crewed and uncrewed aircraft and their physical components and roles in the operation
Calculate the performance of a given aircraft
Define and describe the National Airspace System (NAS) as it relates to crewed and uncrewed aircraft
Describe how meteorological conditions affect flight dynamics and operations within the NAS
Demonstrate knowledge of the Aeronautical Decision-Making Model and explain how hazardous attitudes
affect flight
affect flight
Interpret a VFR sectional chart and assess and demonstrate knowledge of professionalism within aviation
Locate and explain relevant and appropriate regulations in 14 CFR Parts 61, 91, 107 and beyond
Identify runway signs and markings and indicate their meaning to the pilot
Locate and interpret both NOTAMS and aviation weather products in both written and graphic format and
evaluate conditions for safe operation of flight
evaluate conditions for safe operation of flight
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC | LAB | LAB Inst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to UAS, Unmanned aircraft | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aviation Weather | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FAA resources, ratings, Airworthiness, airspace classification, part 91 & 107 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Flight Rules, airspace, IFR, airports, LAANC | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Human factors, Crew resource management | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aeronautical Decision-Making | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Professionalism in Aviation | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
Yes
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Checkpoint Quizzes | 32.5% |
| Discussion Boards | 7.5% |
| Mid-term Exam | 15% |
| Lightning Pitch | 5% |
| Final Project | 15% |
| Final Exam (USI Level 1) | 25% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| USI Level I Modules | ||
| FAA Remote Pilot Study Guide and FAA Knowledge Testing Supplement |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
Embedded Literacies Info:
Attachments:
(N/A)
Additional Notes or Comments:
(N/A)
Basic Course Overview:
AVIATN_2400_basic.pdf
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