AVIATN 3900
Transcript Abbreviation:
ATC Mngmnt and Env
Course Description:
This course is the second in a two-course sequence examining the role and function of the Air Traffic Control
environment as it relates to operations and pilot communications within the National Airspace System (NAS).
environment as it relates to operations and pilot communications within the National Airspace System (NAS).
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)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Hybrid Class (25-74% campus; 25-74% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
2900
Electronically Enforced:
Yes
Exclusions:
n/a
Course Goals / Objectives:
Practice and demonstrate correct phraseology and communication in both the VFR and IFR environments.
Identify the components of radar, differentiate the uses and characteristics of both primary and
secondary radar, and identify uses and characteristics of available navaids and other navigational tools
available to pilots (ILS), RNAV, GPS, ADSB
secondary radar, and identify uses and characteristics of available navaids and other navigational tools
available to pilots (ILS), RNAV, GPS, ADSB
Assess environmental factors that influence the air traffic environment and NAS, including weather, noise
abatement, and other concerns.
abatement, and other concerns.
Examine aircraft systems and performance as they relate to capabilities within the air traffic environment.
Evaluate the role of NextGen and how new technologies will affect the flight experience for both air traffic
controllers and pilots.
controllers and pilots.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview and review of air traffic control and airspace structure | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Phraseology and communication; VFR and IFR, clearances, low and high altitude IFR charts | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Radar and Navigation components in the NAS: ILS systems, RNAV, GPS, ADSB, approaches, RSA, etc. | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Environmental factors, hazards, and concerns; weather and the effects on the NAS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Managing the NAS: examination of capabilities, limitations, and performance of aircraft in various real-world situations and separation requirements | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Analysis of contemporary issues related to air traffic and the NAS: NextGen, uncrewed and autonomous air traffic in the NAS | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Future of the NAS including the use of AI, autonomous vehicles, and technology in both aircraft and ATC facilities | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Class activities | 14% |
| Homework | 42% |
| Midterm | 14% |
| Final Project | 30% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FAR/ AIM | FAA | 2021 |
| FAA Air Traffic Control 7110.65 |
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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