Aviation (AVIA)
LECTURE COURSES
AVIA 124
INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION
2
Study of aviation history and the development of the National Air Transportation System. Seventh-day Adventist uses and needs with an introduction to the mission flying program of the church.
AVIA 140
INTRODUCTION TO FLIGHT
1
An economical introduction to the principles and experience of flight. The student will learn to maneuver an airplane safely in coordinated flight. Does not apply toward a major or minor in Technology. Cannot be taken simultaneously with or after AVIA 142.
AVIA 141
PRIVATE PILOT LECTURES
4
Study of basic concepts of aircraft performance, navigation, principles of flight, and meteorology; includes interpretation and application of Federal Aviation Regulations, uses of airman’s publications and services.
AVIA 234
METEOROLOGY
2
Study of the atmosphere, winds, moisture, temperature, air masses and fronts, and weather forecasting with emphasis on aviation weather.
AVIA 256
PRINCIPLES OF AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
4
A study of aircraft systems and routi ne maintenance and inspection techniques performed by the pilot. Prerequisite: ELCT 241.
AVIA 261
INSTRUMENT PILOT LECTURES
4
Study of aerodynamics, performance, weight and balance navigational instrumentation, IFR charts, regulation and procedures. Prepares student to pass FAA Instrument written examination.
AVIA 334
COMMERCIAL PILOT LECTURES
3
Advanced navigation commercial pilot maneuvers, airport and charts and advanced aircraft systems; prepares the student to take the FAA Commercial Airplane written examination. Prerequisite: AVIA 256.
AVIA 356
PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
3
Study of the methods of flight instruction, course organization, lesson planning, student progress records, and micro teaching experiences. Prepares the student for FAA instructor written examinations.
FLIGHT COURSES
Prior to registering for a flight course the student must be included on the aviation flight schedule and receive a signed clearance form from the department.
AVIA 142
PRIVATE PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Instruction in the flying skills and practical knowledge necessary for solo flight. Corequisite: AVIA 141 or permission of instructor.
AVIA 143
ADVANCED PRIVATE FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Flight instruction in specialty landings, night flight, and cross country flight. Includes supervised solo practice of flight maneuvers and a review of the flying skills necessary to pass the federal oral and practical exams. Prerequisite: AVIA 142.
AVIA 152
CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHT
2
Directed cross-country flight experiences to meet FAA requirements. Prerequisite: AVIA 143.
AVIA 262
INSTRUMENT FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Flight instruction in basic attitude flying, instrument navigation, and cross country flying skills.
AVIA 263
ADVANCED INSTRUMENT FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Instruction in instrument departure and approach procedures. Includes PIC cross country flying required for the instrument rating. Prerequisite: AVIA 262, or permission of instructor.
AVIA 280
PRACTICUM
1-6; 6
Laboratory work in Aviation chosen in counsel with the supervising laboratory instructor. Six credits maximum. One 3-hour laboratory per week per credit.
AVIA 325
FLIGHT PERFORMANCE
2
Instructor directed flight performance experiences to gain proficiency and meet FAA time requirements, includes upset training when appropriately equipped aircraft is available.
AVIA 335
COMMERCIAL FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Advanced aircraft flight training, including systems training, take offs and landing, complex aircraft emergency procedures, and IFR and night checkouts.
AVIA 336
ADVANCED COMMERCIAL FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Advanced aircraft maneuvers and skills in preparation for the commercial checkride. Includes cross-country flying to busy airports, mountain flying, bush flying techniques, short field landings and additional complex procedures. Prerequisite: AVIA 335.
AVIA 340
MULTI-ENGINE FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Provides the necessary flight and ground instruction leading to the FAA multi-engine rating.
AVIA 358
INSTRUCTOR FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Study of the standards for acceptable performance for the Federal Aviation Administration Flight Instructor.
AVIA 455
CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
2
Study of the many facets of Crew Resource Management (CRM), situational awareness, information processing, communications and decision making. Includes human factors and human errors as it relates to today’s modern aircraft. CRM applies in both single and multi-pilot roles. (flight course)
AVIA 458
INSTRUMENT INSTRUCTORS FLIGHT TRAINING
3
Study of the standards for acceptable performance for the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (instrument rating).
AVIA 460
MULTI-ENGINE INSTRUCTOR FLIGHT TRAINING
2
Study of the techniques and procedures for multi-engine instruction. Prepares the student for the FAA Multi-Engine Instructor examination.
AVIA 465
TRANSPORT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING
6
Provides the necessary flight and ground instruction in a multi-engine airplane to meet the proficiency requirements of the FAA Airline Transport Pilot Practical Test. Flight instruction includes instrument flying, with concentrated practice on approaches, emergency procedures and cross-country flight. Offered on demand.
AVIA 480
ADVANCED PRACTICUM
1-6; 6
Advanced laboratory work in Aviation in counsel with the supervising laboratory instructor. Six credits maximum. One 3 hour laboratory per week per credit. Prerequisite: Lower division work in chosen area.
AVIA 494
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
0-4
Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and cooperating business to gain practical experience in an off-campus setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning. Prerequisite: Approval by department.
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