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DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
COURSE SYLLABUS
AVT- 100 INTRODUCTION TO AERONAUTICS
Date of Most Recent Syllabus Revision: Fall 2016
Course Typically Offered: Fall X Spring X Summer____ Every Semester____
INSTRUCTOR: OFFICE: TEC105 _
EMAIL: PHONE:
COURSE Aeronautics is a study of the science, theory, and practice of designing,
DESCRIPTION: building, and operating aircraft. Topics considered include a brief history of the
evolution of aviation and aircraft, basic aircraft design and flight controls,
aircraft systems, navigation, air law, airport operations and weather.
Aeronautical decision making, concept application, and practical applications
will be stressed.
CREDITS/HOURS: 4 credits / 6 hours (3 hours lecture / 3 hours lab)
PREREQUISITE: None
GEN ED COURSE: No
STUDENT As a result of meeting the requirements for this course the student will:
LEARNING
OBJECTIVES: 1. Demonstrate the fundamental concepts of Aeronautics, their historical development
and how they are utilized in current real-world applications.
2. Be able to employ the concepts to validate various procedures in Aeronautics.
3. Demonstrate the fundamental principles of flight, flight design and how they
are applied in current technology.
4. Demonstrate the fundamental structure and systems of aircraft and be able to apply the
knowledge to solve operational problems.
5. Be able to perform fundamental analysis of weather using current weather tools.
6. Demonstrate the fundamental concepts of navigation and be able to use them to plan
and manage flight in real-world applications.
7. Be able to solve navigation problems using manual, electronic and computer means.
8. Recognize and apply the concepts and techniques of aeronautics in real-world
application and be able to solve operational problems through correct aeronautical
decision making.
9. The three hour lab will use the AATD and BATD simulators to reinforce concepts
introduced during the lecture. It will provide the students with in depth knowledge of the
Garmin 1000 avionics suite. The students will learn all aspects of aircraft preflight,
checklists, communication, taxi, takeoff, emergency procedures and landing.
ASSESSMENT Each of the above listed student learning objectives will be assessed by:
MEASURES: 1. Written assignments and/or quizzes
2. Written examinations
3. Laboratory exercises or other assessments as determined by the instructor
COURSE
GRADE:
The instructor’s grading policy will follow the Bergen model as listed in the
catalogues and on THE PORTAL. One low test score will be dropped.
Attendance and tardiness policies will follow BCC policy. Please attend and be
on time to ensure successful completion. Attendance will be kept by the
instructor for administrative and counseling purposes. Students are required to
contact the instructor regarding missed classes.
Late work and make up examinations will be handled on a case by case basis.
TEXTBOOK: Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge,
FAA-H-8083-25A, 2008 ($19 to $44)
Also available free online at FAA.GOV
Jeppesen CR-6 ($23) calculator required. Navigation plotter ($13) and New York
Sectional Chart ($8) required.
COURSE CONTENT:
TOPIC CHAPTER
History of Aeronautics 1
Aircraft Structure 2
Principles of Flight 3
Aerodynamics 4
Flight Controls 5
Aircraft Systems 6
Flight Instruments 7
Aircraft Flight Manuals 8
Weight and 9
Aircraft Performance 10
Weather Theory 11
Aviation Services 12
Airport Operations 13
Airspace 14
Navigation 15
Aero-medical Factors 16
Aeronautical Decision Making 17
SPECIAL FEATURES: Upon Completion of this course the student will have the ability to use aeronautical
charts, plotters and circular slide rules will be demonstrated.
REFERENCES: Airplane Flying Handbook, FAA-H-8083-3A, 2004 (Available online)
Electronic Code of Federal Regulations, http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov
Aeronautical Information Manual,
http://www.faa.gov/airtraffic/publications/ATpubs/AIM/
Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, (Available online)
FAA-H-8083-25A, 2008
COURSE OUTLINE AND CALENDAR
WEEK TOPIC / ACTIVITY STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1 History of Aeronautics 1
Aircraft Structure 1, 2
Lab: Preflight, communications
2 Principles of Flight 2
Aerodynamics
Lab: Checklists, Garmin 1000 2, 3
3 Flight Controls 2, 3
Lab: Taxi, Takeoff, landing
4 Aircraft Systems 1, 2, 3, 4
Exam 1
Lab: Take off, landing, stalls
5 Flight Instruments 3, 4
Lab: Take off, landing, engine out
6 Aircraft Flight Manuals 2, 3, 4
Lab: Take off, landing, min. controllable airspeed
7 Weight and Balance 2, 8
Lab: Weight and CG issues
8 Aircraft Performance 1, 2, 8
Lab: Short and soft field t/o and landings
Exam 2
9 Weather Theory 2, 5, 8
Lab: Flight into IMC conditions
10 Aviation Services 5, 6, 8
Lab: IFR emergencies,
11 Airport Operations and Airspace 2, 3, 4
Lab: Class B, C airspace operations
12, 13 Navigation 2, 6, 8
Lab: GPS, VOR, Pilotage, dead reckoning
Exam 3
14 Aero-medical Factors 1, 2, 8
Lab: Night flying
15 Aeronautical Decision Making 1, 2, 4, 8
Lab: Inflight emergencies, severe weather
Final Examination
ATTENDENCE The instructor will review their attendance policy on the first day of class.
POLICY
FACULTY
ABSENCE
PROCEDURE
A daily list of class cancellations is posted on the college’s web page:
www.bergen.edu. If students find the class has been cancelled without being
posted, they should report it to the Divisional Dean’s office.
STUDENT
SUPPORT
SERVICES
Learning Assistance Center Room: L-125 447-7908
Sidney Silverman Library Room: L-226 447-7436
Office of Specialized Services Room: L-115 612-5270