Course Description

This course provides the comprehensive aeronautical knowledge required for professional pilots. Students will conduct an advanced study of topics essential to commercial operations, including advanced aerodynamics, complex aircraft systems, weight and balance, and aircraft performance charts. The curriculum also provides an in-depth review of advanced meteorology, navigation, radio communications, and national airspace. A strong emphasis is placed on Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), aviation safety (including ADM), and career opportunities for commercial pilots. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

4

Contact Hours

4

Lecture Hours

4

Required Prerequisites

AVF 132 and AVG 252 with a 2.0 or better.

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Explain key elements of commercial pilot areas of operation necessary to pass the Commercial Pilot Knowledge test.

Application:

• Apply knowledge to real world situations in a safe and effective manner.

Integration:

• Relate knowledge elements directly to future real world training flights.

Human Dimension:

• Evaluate their method of aeronautical decision making to effectively and safely make go or no-go decisions concerning flight situations.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Recognize how their decisions and actions impact public perception of the aviation industry.

Learning How to Learn:

• Identify what methods of training will help them learn best.
• Use numerous resources available to them to be able to maintain accurate and current knowledge of the aviation industry.