AFPM F111      General Airframe and Powerplant
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Shop practices, basic math, applied physics, FAA regulations, basic electricity, aircraft weight and balance, ground operations and servicing, cleaning and corrosion control, and materials and process. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures Written, Oral and Practical Exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F165      Mathematics for AMTs
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

The course contains a thorough review of applied and technical mathematics, including common and decimal fractions and mixed numbers, extracting square roots and raising numbers to a given power; solving ratios, proportion and percentages; and performing fundamental algebraic operations as they relate to the construction of aircraft and their engines.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.8 + 1.2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F166      Fundamentals of Electricity and Electronics
3.5 Credits

Offered Fall

A course in electrical theory and concepts. The course is directed toward the needs of the aviation mechanic and includes the study of Ohm's Law, electrical circuits, diagrams, batteries and a variety of electrical components.

Prerequisites: Student must be enrolled in the Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or Aviation Maintenance AAS program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3.1 + 2.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F167      Physics for AMTs
1 Credit

Offered Fall

A study of the principles and applications of mechanics with emphasis placed on levers, sound, fluid and heat dynamics. Basic aircraft structures and aerodynamic principles will be covered.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.3 + 0.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F168      Aircraft Technical Drawings
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

A beginning course designed to build skill and knowledge of basic drafting. The student will learn to use drawings, symbols and schematic diagrams, make sketches of repairs and alterations, and use blueprint information, graphs and charts.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.6 + 0.9 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F169      Fluid Lines and Fittings
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

A practical course covering the study of rigid, semi-rigid and flexible fluid lines and fittings, including their fabrication and installation.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F170      Aircraft Materials, Hardware and Processes
4.5 Credits

Offered Fall

This course covers basic shop practices, including the selection, identification and installation of aircraft hardware and materials; precision measuring tools and operations; basic heat-treating processes; and forms of non-destructive inspections.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.9 + 4.3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F171      Cleaning and Corrosion Control
1 Credit

Offered Fall

This course covers the basic aircraft cleaning materials, methods and an in-depth study of aircraft corrosion control.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate and Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.3 + 1.3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F172      Federal Aviation Regulations and Publications
2.5 Credits

Offered Fall

Federal Aviation regulations for maintenance of aircraft. Includes: maintenance forms, records, publications, privileges and limitations of aircraft mechanics and human factors.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.3 + 2.3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F173      Weight and Balance
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

A study of weighing procedures, weights, arms, moments, center of gravity computations and placarding. The student will compute loading an aircraft, completing required forms and weigh an aircraft.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.4 + 1.1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F174      Ground Operations and Servicing
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

This course includes both theory and practice in the starting, moving, servicing, securing and fueling aircraft and the safety considerations of working with and around aircraft.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.1 + 1.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F205      Airframe Structures
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Aircraft wood, dope, fabric finishes, welding, sheet metal, assembly and rigging and inspection. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F206      Airframe System and Components
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Aircraft electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Landing gear, instruments, fuel, communication and navigation, cabin atmosphere control, and fire protection systems. Inspection, checking, troubleshooting, repair and servicing. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F215      MOS Powerplant Theory/Maintenance
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Jet engine fundamentals, analysis and testing. Inspecting turbo jets, turbo shaft and turbo fan engines. Overhaul, inspection and fundamentals of reciprocating engines. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F216      MOS Powerplant System/Components
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Fuel metering, induction systems, propellers, control systems and powerplant electricity. Repair, inspection, service and troubleshooting. Preparation for the FAA Mechanics Airframe Structures written, oral and practical exam.

Prerequisites: Experience requirements of FAR 65.77.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F217      FAA Airframe & Powerplant Test Preparation
9 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Preparation for the FAA Mechanics General, Airframe, Powerplant written, oral and practical exams.

Prerequisites: Must meet the experience requirements of 14 CFR 65.77 as evidenced by an approved FAA Form 8610-2.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 7.5 + 3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F236      Aircraft Electrical Systems
4 Credits

Offered Summer

An overview of AC and DC airframe and powerplant electrical systems: wiring, control, indication and protection devices. Inspection, troubleshooting, service and repair of these systems including engine electrical systems and repair and service of electrical generating systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.9 + 5.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F237      Airframe Fuel Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

A practical course covering the inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft fuel systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 1.6 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F238      Aircraft Fire Protection Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

This course covers basic fire science and the inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft and engine fire detection and extinguishing systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F239      Aircraft Instrument Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

This course covers inspection, troubleshooting, removal and replacement of aircraft and engine instruments and indicating systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.1 + 1.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F241      Transport Category Aircraft Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

Introduction to transport category aircraft systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F242      Aircraft Reciprocating Engines
6 Credits

Offered Spring

A survey of the history, development and construction of various types of aircraft reciprocating engines. The student will engage in the repair, inspection, operation and troubleshooting of engines.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4.4 + 8.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F243      Ice and Rain Control Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Inspection, operation and troubleshooting of de-ice and anti-ice systems and rain removal systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.6 + 0.8 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F247      Turbine Engines
4 Credits

Offered Spring

Development, theory and operation of modern gas turbine engines. Included is the study of engine design, performance, accessories and subsystems along with an investigation of engine maintenance and overhaul.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3.4 + 5.2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F268      Communication and Navigation Systems
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Operation of aircraft avionics, autopilots and antennas including their inspection and installation.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.6 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F269      Ignition and Starting Systems
2 Credits

Offered Summer

Inspection and troubleshooting of reciprocating and gas turbine ignition systems and electrical starting systems, in addition to repair and bench testing of components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.6 + 3.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F273      Environmental Systems
1 Credit

Offered Spring

This course covers the operation, inspection, troubleshooting, service and repair of aircraft pressurization, air conditioning, heating and oxygen systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.6 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F274      Engine Fuel Metering Systems
3 Credits

Offered Spring

This course covers the history, development and fundamental operation of fuel metering systems in aircraft powerplants. Technical data is used to inspect, troubleshoot, adjust and repair carburetors, fuel injection components and turbine engine fuel control units and the associated fuel system.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 2.9 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F275      Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
2 Credits

Offered Spring

This course covers the operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their uses in aircraft. Included is the identification of hydraulic fluids, seals, hydraulic and pneumatic control devices, inspection and servicing and troubleshooting of systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.4 + 2.9 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F276      Propellers
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

This course includes identification, nomenclature and aerodynamic theory of aircraft propellers. Operation, control and repair of both reciprocating and turbine engine installations will be covered.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.9 + 1.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F277      Landing Gear Systems
3 Credits

Offered Spring

This course covers the operation of mechanical and hydraulic retraction mechanisms, steering and anti-skid systems and the inspection, service and repair of those systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.2 + 3.2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F279      Non-Metallic Structures
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course covers the inspection and repair of non-metallic structures used in aircraft including: wood, plastics, upholstery and various types of composite structures. This course does not include aircraft fabric covering.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.2 + 1.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F281      Aircraft Fabric Covering and Finishes
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course includes the selection, application, inspection and testing of fabric coverings as well as the selection of aircraft finishing materials such as primers, paints and dopes.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.8 + 3.6 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F283      Aircraft Sheetmetal Structures
3 Credits

Offered Spring

This course teaches the techniques of aircraft sheet metal fabrication, inspection and repair.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.6 + 5.4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F285      Aircraft Welding
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course teaches the use of contemporary welding methods on aircraft structures. This includes oxy-acetylene, inert gas and brazing techniques. The inspection of welded structure and safety procedures are stressed.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.4 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F287      Flight Controls
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

This course teaches aerodynamic theory of both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft and the systems and components used to control aircraft in flight. Students will learn how to inspect, rig and repair control systems and balance control surfaces.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.8 + 2.5 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F288      Airframe Inspection
1 Credit

Offered Summer

Building on skills learned in prior component-level classes, this course allows students to further develop and apply the skills necessary for the proper inspection and return to service of complete airframes. Proper inspection procedures and the legal aspects of aircraft inspection are discussed.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 2.1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F289      Engine Inspection
1 Credit

Offered Summer

Building on skills learned in prior component-level classes, this course allows students to further develop and apply the skills necessary for the proper inspection and return to service of complete engine installations. Proper inspection procedures and the legal aspects of engine inspection are discussed.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.4 + 2.1 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F290      Airframe Testing
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

This course serves as preparation for the FAA Aviation Mechanic Exam for General and Airframe subjects. Sample written, oral and practical exams are given for students pursuing the FAA Certificate with Airframe rating.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F291      Powerplant Testing
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

This course serves as preparation for the FAA Aviation Mechanic Exam for General and Powerplant subjects. Sample written, oral and practical exams are given for students pursuing the FAA Mechanic Certificate with Powerplant rating.

Prerequisites: Admission to Aviation Maintenance AAS, Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, Airframe Certificate or Powerplant Certificate program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.7 + 0.7 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F325      Inspection Authorization Preparation
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Prepares FAA certificated Airframe and Powerplant mechanics eligible for an inspection authorization under FAR 65.91 for the FAA tests to obtain their inspection authorization. Course also includes practical aspects of the privileges and limitations of the holder of an IA.

Prerequisites: FAA A & P Certificate, meet additional requirements of FAR 65.91.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F100      Private Pilot Ground School
4 Credits

Offered Fall

Study of aircraft and engine operation and limitations, aircraft flight instruments, navigation, navigation computers, national weather information and dissemination services. Federal aviation regulations, flight information publications, radio communications and navigation. Preparation for FAA private pilot-airplane written exam.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F101      Private Pilot Flight Training
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Training will meet federal aviation regulations. Course completion requires awarding of private pilot certificate.

Prerequisites: Department approval required.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F102      Commercial Ground Instruction
3 Credits

Offered Spring

Advanced study of aircraft performance, airplane systems (including complex single engine, multi-engine and turboprop aircraft), navigation, regulations and meteorology. Employment considerations for commercial pilots surveyed. Preparation for the FAA commercial pilot-airplane written exam.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F103      Commercial Flight Training
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Training will meet federal aviation regulations. Course completion requires awarding of commercial pilot certificate.

Prerequisites: Private Pilot certificate, AVTY F102 or concurrent enrollment, or passing score on FAA Commercial Pilot written exam, department approval required.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F105      Seaplane Flight Training
1 Credit

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Training will meet federal aviation regulations. Course completion requires awarding of single-engine sea rating.

Prerequisites: Private pilot certificate or higher, department approval required.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F107      Multi-Engine Flight Training
1 Credit

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Training will meet federal aviation regulations. Course completion requires awarding of multi-engine rating.

Prerequisites: Private pilot certificate or higher, department approval required.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F108      Introduction to Skis
1 Credit

Offered As Demand Warrants

Pilot instruction with a certified flight instructor or flight school in techniques of ski-plane operation and cold weather maintenance. The student is responsible for making arrangements for an appropriate aircraft, instructor and financing.

Prerequisites: Private pilot certificate.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F109      Glider Flight Training
1 Credit

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Training will meet federal aviation regulations. Course completion requires awarding of glider and private or commercial pilot certificate with a glider category rating.

Prerequisites: Department approval.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F111      Fundamentals of Aviation
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Basic concepts associated with the aircraft and its environment. Aircraft and its components, including basic systems, Federal Aviation Administration regulations, airports and airspace utilization, aeronautical charts, navigation, weather theory, medical and emergency factors.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F116      Aviation History
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Aviation from its early days to the present. People, places and machines contributing to the development of Alaskan aviation.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F121      Introduction to Aviation Safety
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

An introduction to aviation safety designed to develop a positive attitude toward safety, refresh aeronautical knowledge and improve aeronautical skills. Proof required first day of class.

Prerequisites: Pilot's Certificate or enrollment in Aviation program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F122      Private Pilot Flight Training - Rotorcraft I
1.5 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Introduces fundamentals flight skills and the practical application of aviation weather, performance, navigation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, flight planning, radio procedures and human factors. Includes compliance with FAA flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F100 (may be taken concurrently); admission to the Professional Piloting program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F124      Private Pilot Flight Training - Rotorcraft II
1.5 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Develops fundamental flight skills, and the practical application of aviation weather, performance, navigation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, flight planning, radio procedures and human factors. Includes compliance with FAA flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F122; admission to the Professional Piloting program; students must hold an FAA Student Pilot certificate and at least an FAA Class III medical.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F126      Private Pilot Flight Training - Rotorcraft III
1.5 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Assesses fundamental flight skills and the practical application of aviation weather, performance, navigation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, flight planning, radio procedures and human factors. Includes compliance with FAA flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F100 or FAA Student Pilot; admission to the Professional Piloting program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F128      Instrument Flight Training - Rotorcraft
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Introduces fundamental skills of instrument flight, including basic attitude instrument flying, procedures, navigation systems and instrument flight rules. Develops and assesses the fundamental skills of instrument flight, including basic attitude instrument flying, procedures, navigation systems and instrument flight rules. Includes compliance with Federal Aviation Administration flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F200 (may be taken concurrently); FAA Private Pilot Certificate; admission to the Professional Piloting program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F155      Preventive Maintenance
1-3 Credits

Offered Spring

Mechanics of the airplane, its powerplant and systems to enable the student to evaluate malfunctions and make maintenance decisions. Designed for the pilot-owner. Proof required first day of class.

Prerequisites: Pilot's Certificate or enrollment in Aviation program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits

AVTY F200      Instrument Ground School
4 Credits

Offered Fall

Instrument flight operations in detail, altitude instrument flying, air traffic control and navigation facilities, pilot responsibilities. IFR enroute charts, instrument approach procedures. Federal Aviation Regulations, flight planning, human factors and meteorology. Includes optional visits to FAA, RAPCO and ARTCC facilities. Proof required first day of class.

Prerequisites: Pilot's Certificate or enrollment in Aviation program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 3 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F201      Instrument Pilot Training
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Cost of flight instruction varies with location of instruction. Training will be in accordance with current Federal Aviation Regulations. Course completion requires awarding of instrument rating.

Prerequisites: Private or Commercial Pilot Certificate or AVTY F200 (may be taken concurrently) or passing score on FAA Private or Commercial Pilot written exam; department approval.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F202      Flight Instructor Ground School
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Preparation for the FAA certified flight instructor or advanced ground instructor written exam.

Prerequisites: Commercial pilot certificate.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F203      Flight Instructor Flight Training
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight instruction is arranged by student through approved pilot school or independent flight instructor. Training meets federal aviation regulations. Course completion requires awarding of certified flight instructor certificate.

Prerequisites: Commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating; AVTY F202; or concurrent enrollment; or passing score on FAA flight instructor written exams; department approval.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F205      Instrument Instructor Flying
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Preparation for certification as an instrument flight instructor.

Prerequisites: Commercial flight instructor certificate and department approval.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F206      ATP Ground Instruction
4 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Preparation for the FAA airline transport pilot written exam.

Prerequisites: Compliance with FAR 61.151 and 61.155 or department permission.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F207      ATP Flying
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Qualification for single- or multi-engine FAA airline transport pilot certificate.

Prerequisites: Commercial pilot certificate, 1500 hours of flight time as pilot or equivalent as described in FAR 61.155; AVTY F206 or passing score on FAA airline transport pilot written exam; current FAA first class medical certificate.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F211      Instrument Flying
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F220      Basic Flight Physiology
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Understanding the physiology of flight and using this knowledge to explain why certain phenomena occur to the mind and body during flight. Proof required first day of class.

Prerequisites: Pilot's Certificate or enrollment in Aviation program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F226      Flight Engineer Ground School
4 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

A comprehensive examination of the major systems of one of the following aircraft: turbojet (B-727, DC-8, B-707); turboprop (L-382, L-188); or reciprocating (DC-6). Preparation for the FAA flight engineer written exam.

Prerequisites: FAA commercial pilot license and instrument rating or equivalent; department approval.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F231      Arctic Survival
3 Credits

Offered Spring

Use of principles, procedures, techniques and equipment to survive extreme Arctic conditions and assist in safe recovery. Lab required.

Cross-listed with EMS F257.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F232      Aviation Astronomy and Navigation
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Air navigation and astronomy, including charts, equipment, star and constellation identification, and calculations.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F235      Elements of Weather
3 Credits

Offered Fall

Weather as it affects aircraft operators with an emphasis on interior Alaska.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F239      Aircraft Dispatcher
4 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Coordinating functions involving the aircraft and other departments of an airline business. Those wanting to be eligible for aircraft dispatcher certificate must be 23 years of age.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F240      Commercial Flight Instruction - Rotorcraft I
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Develops commercial flight skills, including night flight, aviation physiology, advanced aerodynamics, aircraft performance, weight and balance and regulations for commercial pilots and commercial flight operations. Includes compliance with Federal Aviation Administration flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F200; AVTY F242; AVTY F244 (all courses may be taken concurrently); FAA Private Pilot Certificate; admission to the Professional Piloting program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F242      Commercial Flight Instruction Rotorcraft II
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Assesses commercial flight skills, including night flight, aviation physiology, advanced aerodynamics, aircraft performance, weight and balance and regulations for commercial pilots and commercial flight operations. Includes compliance with Federal Aviation Administration flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F102; AVTY F240; AVTY F243 (all courses may be taken concurrently); FAA Private Pilot Certificate; admission to the Professional Piloting program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F244      Commercial Flight Instruction - Rotorcraft III
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Assesses commercial flight skills, including night flight, aviation physiology, advanced aerodynamics, aircraft performance, weight and balance and regulations for commercial pilots and commercial flight operations. Includes compliance with Federal Aviation Administration flight hour and certification requirements.

Prerequisites: AVTY F102; AVTY F240; AVTY F242 (all courses may be taken concurrently); FAA Private Pilot Certificate; admission to the Professional Piloting program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 4 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F402      Aircraft Management
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Securing, dispatching and monitoring aircraft operations. Safety, security, community relations, cost-effective scheduling and personnel management for mission scheduling.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F405      Advanced Aircraft Operations
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Techniques and requirements associated with the operation of turbine-powered aircraft, remotely piloted aircraft, helicopters and STOL aircraft for pilots and air workers; safety; systems; aerodynamics; operating characteristics.

Prerequisites: AVTY F100, AVTY F111.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AVTY F410      Techniques of Bush Flying
2 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Flight training emphasizing emergency procedures in remote locations, off-airport operations, critical flight attitudes, low-level flight, terrain flying, special maneuvers and unique soft and short field takeoffs and landings.

Prerequisites: AVTY F231; AVTY F235; commercial rating; 20 hours taildragger time.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

UAVT F100      Aerospace Composite Fabrication and Repair
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

Covers the skills needed for the repair and fabrication of primary and secondary composite structures used in the aerospace industry in fixed-wing, rotor-wing, traditional and unmanned aircraft. Computer Aided Design (CAD) and rapid prototyping (3D printing) is explored for the fabrication of small parts and molds.

Special Notes: Special fees apply.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

UAVT F107      Basic Drone Pilot
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

This course covers information for the safe and legal operation of small uncrewed aircraft under 14 CFR 107 and prepares students to take the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate test. The FAA 107 Certificate allows for private (non-commercial) drone operations to include flight operational checks after maintenance.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

UAVT F150      Unmanned Aircraft Maintenance and Operation - Theory
3 Credits

Offered As Demand Warrants

A review of unmanned aircraft operational requirements, regulations and processes and how to apply them in preparation for operating actual aircraft. Includes basic inspections, maintenance and troubleshooting theory.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of UAVT F107 or FAA Remote Pilot Certificate.

Co-requisites: UAVT F155.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

UAVT F155      Unmanned Aircraft Maintenance and Operation - Lab
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Students will perform real-world flight planning, perform preflight inspections, post-crash inspections and basic repairs and troubleshooting and operate small unmanned aircraft.

Prerequisites: UAVT F107 or FAA Remote Pilot Certificate.

Co-requisites: UAVT F150.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 2 + 0

Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades