AV 100B - Aviation Orientation

Credits: 3

Description
This course will introduce students to the history and development of flight, basic aircraft principles, the aviation industry, and career opportunities within the industry.

Student Learning Outcomes

Explain the use and dependency on aviation by modern science.
Outline the history and development of aviation during the 20th century.
Specify the federal agencies that control aviation considering parameters and scope of their authority and responsibility.
Discuss and compare career/job opportunities and their projections.
Compare airman certificates according to the Federal Aviation Regulations.
Explain Federal Aviation Regulations, Part 1, Part 61, Part 91.
Distinguish aircraft and pilot certification according to category, class and type.

Prerequisite: None