Reedley College Catalog 2018-19

209 Course Descriptions 2018-2019 Catalog Flight Science 122 FUNDAMENTALS OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL 2 units, 2 lecture hours ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or 130 and 126 and Mathematics 201. Fundamentals of air traffic control provides a good working knowledge of how and why the air traffic control system works. Fundamentals of air traffic control discusses the history of air traffic control, emphasizing the logic that has guided its development. It also provides current, in-depth information on navigational systems, the air traffic control system structure, control tower procedures, radar separation, national airspace system operation and the FAA’s restructured hiring procedures. (A) 123 HUMAN FACTORS & CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 2 units, 2 lecture hours ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or 130 and 126 and Mathematics 201. The Human Factors and Crew Resource Management course provides classroom instruction on the various aspects of the human body as it pertains to aviation, along with concepts in Crew Resource Management. Some topics covered will include human anatomy, flight physiology, and crew resource management. (A) 125 COMMERCIAL PILOT 1 FLIGHT LAB 2 units, 6 lab hours, pass/no pass only PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 106. This course provides flight training for individuals seeking Commercial Pilot Certification. Some of the topics covered will be commercial flight maneuvers, advanced performance maneuvers, use of navigation aids, long distance cross country flying, and development of advanced aeronautical decision making skills. 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) 126 COMMERCIAL PILOT 2 FLIGHT LAB 2.5 units, 6 lab hours, pass/no pass only PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 125. COREQUISITES: Flight Science 121. This course provides advanced flight training for individuals seeking Commercial Pilot airplane certification. Some of the topics covered are commercial flight maneuvers, advanced performance maneuvers, use of navigation aids, long distance cross country flying, and development of advanced aeronautical decision making skills. 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 ) 131 FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR GROUND SCHOOL 4 units, 4 lecture hours PREREQUISITES: Flight Science 121. This course provides ground training for individuals seeking Flight Instructor Certification. Some of the topics covered will be fundamentals of instructing and areas of operations for a private and commercial pilot. (A) 132 ADVANCED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS & PROPULSION 2 units, 2 lecture hours ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or 130 and 126 and Mathematics 201 Advanced Aircraft Systems and Propulsion provides knowledge of aircraft engines and related systems, fundamentals of an electrical system, hydraulic and pneumatic aircraft systems, along with aircraft instruments. This course is designed to prepare the student for advanced occupations within the aviation field. (A) 133 FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS 2 units, 2 lecture hours ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or 130 and 126. This course is designed to provide an in depth understanding of the Federal Aviation Regulations and use of the Aeronautical Information Manual. Topics will include pilot certification, operating rules, and the national airspace system. (A)