Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
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Assigned homework, in-class projects, study questions, quizzes, and exams
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1. Describe Human Factors associated with instrument flight, recognize hazards associated with instrument flight, and apply appropriate SRM, ADM, and risk management
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Working in small groups, analyze accident scenarios, describe associated human factors, discuss the single pilot ADM process, and describe how proper risk management might have prevented the accident
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2. Describe aircraft flight instruments and their systems and identify systems failures
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Identify system components, pre-flight checks, warnings and fail-safes, and describe appropriate procedures to handle failures
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3. Analyze and interpret instrument presentations to indicate flight attitude and condition
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Demonstrate primary/supportive instruments, command/performance, and partial panel procedures utilizing Desktop flight simulator
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4. Interpret navigation instrument readings to determine aircraft position.
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Utilize Desktop flight simulator to analyze and interpret navigation instrument readings to solve navigation exercises.
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5. Describe the National Airspace system and determine instrument services available from published aviation sources.
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Utilizing flight trip scenarios, determine types of airspace, equipment and pilot requirements, VFR weather minimums, route selection, and alternatives available
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6. Demonstrate an understanding of the Air Traffic Control system as it pertains to instrument pilots
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Utilizing flight trip scenarios, identify appropriate ATC facilities, discuss ATC limitations, anticipate handoffs, and demonstrate proper phraseology
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7. Copy and interpret ATC Clearances
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Utilizing recorded clearances, work in small groups to copy ATC clearances and compare interpretations with group members and instructor
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8. Interpret and apply appropriate sections of the Federal Aviation Regulations, Airport/Facility Directory and Aeronautical Information Manual
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Utilizing scenarios, identify appropriate resources and actions required for FAR compliance
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9. Exhibit behavior appropriate for an aviation professional.
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Arrive at class on time, prepared, and ready to learn, and adhere to “Sterile Cockpit” concept during lectures and presentations.
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10. Comply with minimum FAA standards for course completion
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Earn a minimum course grade of 80%
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