AVIATN 2100
Transcript Abbreviation:
Priv Pilot Ground
Course Description:
Study of flight fundamentals, aircraft operations, weather, and regulations required for Private Pilot certification. This course is conducted under Federal Aviation Administration Regulations Part 141.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Required
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
5.00
Max Credit Hours:
5.00
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
5.00
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Mansfield
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
(N/A)
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
Demonstrate understanding of flight dynamics, aircraft properties, navigation, weather, and regulations.
Perform flight planning calculations involving distance, range, fuel, and time.
Gain knowledge of aviation regulations as they relate to pilots, aircraft, airspace, and airports.
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft and Aerodynamics | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Flight Maneuvers | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Engines and Systems | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Weight and Balance | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Navigation | 10.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Weather | 10.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Airports, Lighting and Markings | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Aviation Charts | 10.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Radio Communication Procedures | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Airspace | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Instruments | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
Yes
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Exam 1 | 10% |
| Exam 2 | 10% |
| Exam 3 | 10% |
| 4 Quizzes @ 5% | 20% |
| Homework | 20% |
| Final Exam | 30% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Private Pilot Handbook | Jeppesen or ASA | |
| FAR / AIM | Federal Aviation Administration |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
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