Reedley College Catalog 2018-19

208 2018-2019 Catalog Flight Science 107 PRIVATE PILOT 1 SIMULATION LAB .5 unit, 2 lab hours COREQUISITES: Flight Science 101. This course is an introduction to private pilot flight training through the use of simulation. Students will practice pre-solo airplane pilot flight maneuvers using Aviation Training Devices (simulators). (A) 108 PRIVATE PILOT 2 GROUND SCHOOL 2 units, 2 lecture hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 101. This course provides the second portion of the aeronautical knowledge required to earn a private pilot airplane certificate. Some of the topics covered include basic weather and weather services for pilots, navigation, radio communication, and human factors. (A, CSU) 109 PRIVATE PILOT 2 SIMULATION LAB .5 unit, 2 lab hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 107. COREQUISITES: Flight Science 108. This is the second course using simulation for private pilot flight training. Students will practice post-solo airplane pilot maneuvers in Aviation Training Devices (simulators). Topics covers include cross country navigation and advanced flight maneuvers for the private pilot. (A, CSU) 111 INSTRUMENT RATING GROUND SCHOOL 4 units, 4 lecture hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 108. This course covers the aeronautical knowledge required to earn an instrument rating. Some of the topics covered will include principles of instrument flight, flight instruments, instrument navigation systems, IFR departure-enroute-arrival procedures, analyzing weather information and conditions, IFR flight planning, and IFR emergency procedures. (A) 112 ADVANCED NAVIGATION 2 units, 2 lecture hours PREREQUISITES: Flight 101. ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or 130 and 126 and Mathematics 201. Advanced Navigation provides classroom training for individuals seeking a greater understanding of navigation concepts and techniques. Some topics covered during the course are flight planning, radio aids, radar navigation, and celestial navigation. (A) 113 ADVANCED METEOROLOGY 2 units, 2 lecture hours PREREQUISITES: Flight 101. ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or 130 and 126 and Mathematics 201. Advanced Meteorology is designed to provide an in depth look at weather and how weather relates to aviation. Some topics of discussion will be weather basics, circulation systems, weather hazards, and applying weather knowledge. This course will prepare the student for more advanced levels of aviation training. (A) 115 INSTRUMENT RATING FLIGHT LAB 2 units, 6 lab hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 125. COREQUISITES: Flight Science 111 and 117. This laboratory course provides flight training for individuals seeking an Instrument Pilot Rating. Some of the topics covered will include principles of instrument flight, flight instruments, instrument navigation systems, IFR departure- enroute-arrival procedures, analysis of weather information and conditions, IFR flight planning, and IFR emergency procedures. Students must hold a valid 3rd class (or higher) FAA medical certificate and a valid Fresno-Yosemite Airport ID Badge for the duration of this course. The cost of this course is substantial. See current published costs in the schedule of classes. (A) 117 INSTRUMENT RATING SIMULATION LAB .5 unit, 2 lab hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 109. COREQUISITES: Flight Science 111. This course is an introduction to instrument flight training via the use of simulation. Students will practice flight lessons in Aviation Training Devices (simulators) that apply to instrument flight. (A) 121 COMMERCIAL PILOT GROUND SCHOOL 4 units, 4 lecture hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 111. This course provides the aeronautical knowledge required for the commercial airplane pilot certificate. Some of the topics covered include high performance powerplants, environmental and ice control systems, complex aircraft systems, advanced aerodynamics, predicting performance, controlling weight and balance, and Federal Aviation Regulations. FAA written test and flight equipment costs for this course are substantial. (A)