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 F145      Basic Mathematics
1 Credit

Offered Fall

Review of applied and technical mathematics related to the construction and engines of aircrafts. Common, decimal, fractions and mixed numbers; extracting square roots and raising numbers to a given power; solving ratios, proportions and percentage problems; fundamental algebraic operations.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F146      Basic Electricity
2 Credits

Offered Fall

Electrical theory and concepts for the aviation mechanic. Ohm's law, electrical circuits, diagrams, batteries and a variety of electrical components.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F147      Physics for Mechanics
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Applications of mechanics; levers, sound, fluid and heat dynamics. Basic aircraft structures and aerodynamics. (Course does not fulfill natural science requirements for any degree.)

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F148      Aircraft Drawing
1 Credit

Offered Fall

Basic drafting. Drawings, symbols and schematic diagrams, sketches of repairs and alterations, blueprint information, graphs and charts.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F149      Fluid Lines and Fittings
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Rigid and flexible fluid lines and fittings, fabrication and installation.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F150      Materials and Processes
2 Credits

Offered Fall

Basic shop practices, including selection, identification and installation of aircraft hardware and materials, precision measuring tools and operations, basic heat treating processes, forms of nondestructive inspections.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F151      Cleaning and Corrosion Control
1 Credit

Offered Fall

Basic aircraft cleaning materials, methods and corrosion control.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F152      Federal Aviation Regulations
1 Credit

Offered Fall

Federal Aviation Regulations for maintenance of aircraft. Maintenance forms and records, publications, privileges and limitations of aircraft mechanics.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F153      Weight and Balance
1 Credit

Offered Fall

Weighing procedures, weight, arms, moments, center of gravity computations and placarding. Aircraft loading, required forms, weighing.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F154      Ground Operations and Servicing
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Starting, moving, servicing, securing and fueling aircraft.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 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 F230      Aircraft Electrical Systems
2.5 Credits

Offered Spring

Wiring, control, indication and protection devices for AC and DC systems. Inspection, troubleshooting service and repair of these systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F231      Powerplant Electrical Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

Installation, inspection, testing, servicing engine electrical system wiring, controls, indicators and protective devices. Repair and service of electrical generating systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to A&P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F235      Aircraft Reciprocating Engines
4.5 Credits

Offered Spring

History and development of the aircraft reciprocating engine. Repair, overhaul and inspection of various types of engines. Operation and troubleshooting of engines.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 4.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F240      Turbine Engines
2 Credits

Offered Summer

Development, theory and operation of turbine engines. Engine design, performance, accessories and subsystems. Engine maintenance and overhaul.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F244      Lubricating Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Spring

Identification and selection of lubricants for aircraft powerplants. Inspection, service, troubleshooting and repair of the lubrication systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F245      Ignition Systems
2 Credits

Offered Summer

Overhaul, inspection and troubleshooting of reciprocating and gas turbine ignition systems. Repair and bench testing of components.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F246      Fuel Metering Systems
2 Credits

Offered Spring

Fundamental operation of fuel metering systems in aircraft powerplants. Technical data to repair and overhaul carburetors and components. Inspecting, troubleshooting and adjusting turbine engine fuel metering systems and electronic fuel controls.

Prerequisites: Admission to the A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F248      Induction Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

Operation and service of aircraft induction, preheat, anti-ice and supercharger systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to A&P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F249      Powerplant Cooling Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

Inspection, service and repair of engine cooling systems -- both air and liquid cooled installations.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F250      Powerplant Exhaust Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

Inspection, service and repair of engine exhaust systems. Includes operations of turbo compounded engines, thrust reversers and noise suppressors.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F251      Fuel Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

Inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft and engine fuel systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F252      Propellers
2 Credits

Offered Spring

Identification and nomenclature of aircraft propellers. Operation, control and repair of both reciprocating and turbine engine installations.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F253      Transport Category Aircraft
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Introduction to transport category aircraft systems and components.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F254      Ice and Rain Control Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

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

Prerequisites: Admission to A&P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F255      Fire Protection Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft and engine fire detection and extinguishing systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F256      Communications and Navigation Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Spring

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

Prerequisites: Admission to A&P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F257      Instrument Systems
0.5 Credit

Offered Fall

Inspection, troubleshooting, removal and replacement of aircraft and engine instruments and indicating systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F258      Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Aircraft pressurization, air conditioning, heating and oxygen systems. Operation, inspection, troubleshooting, service and repair.

Prerequisites: Admission to A&P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F259      Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Spring

Operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and uses in aircraft. Identification of hydraulic fluids, seals, hydraulic and pneumatic control devices, inspection and servicing and troubleshooting.

Prerequisites: Admission to A&P program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F260      Aircraft Landing Gear Systems
1.5 Credits

Offered Spring

Simple and complex landing gear systems. Operation, service and repair of mechanical and hydraulic retraction mechanisms. Wheel, tire and brake service. Aircraft speed and configuration warning systems, electric brake controls, anti-skid systems, landing gear position and warning systems.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F261      Nonmetallic Structures
1 Credit

Offered Summer

Inspection, service and repair of wood structures. Preliminary and secondary repair of interior and service of plastic, honeycomb, bonded, and composite and laminated structures.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F262      Aircraft Coverings
1 Credit

Offered Summer

Selection, application, inspection and testing of fabric and fiberglass coverings and methods of repair.

Prerequisites: Admissions to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F263      Aircraft Finishes
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

Identification and selection of aircraft finishing materials. Application of paints, dopes, primers and trim.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F264      Sheet Metal Structures
3 Credits

Offered Spring

Aircraft sheet metal fabrication, inspection and repair, including rivets and fasteners.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F265      Aircraft Welding
1.5 Credits

Offered Summer

Contemporary welding methods on aircraft structures. Oxyacetylene, arc, inert gas and brazing techniques. Inspection of welded structure and safety procedures.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F266      Assembly and Rigging
1.5 Credits

Offered Fall

Aerodynamic theory and function of aircraft control surfaces. Fabrication and installation of control devices for fixed and rotary wing aircraft; jacking and control surface balance.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F267      Airframe Inspections
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

Inspection and return of aircraft to service. Procedural and legal aspects of 100 hour, annual and periodic inspections.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F270      Airframe Testing
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

Preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration written, oral and practical exams for the powerplant mechanics' license.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F271      Powerplant Inspections
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

Methodology and record keeping for inspection of aircraft reciprocating and gas turbine engines.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

AFPM F272      Powerplant Testing
0.5 Credit

Offered Summer

Preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration written, oral and practical exams for the powerplant mechanics' license.

Prerequisites: Admission to A & P Program.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0.5 + 0 + 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 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 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