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  • AVTN 2000: Aviation Maintenance for Pilots

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    A study of aviation maintenance for pilots and non-maintenance personnel covering how various maintenance departments are structured depending on the operations they support, universal standards for interacting and communicating with a maintenance department, the maintenance requirements of an aircraft when under various operating rules, and other maintenance-related tasks.(Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
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  • AVTN 2050: Aviation Meteorology

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    A study of atmospheric conditions and their effects on aeronautical operations. Topics covered include basic meteorological principles and physics, atmospheric properties, patterns of weather development, and associated aviation hazards including thunderstorms, wind shear, turbulence, and icing. Limitations, interpretation, and use of aviation weather equipment used in aviation activity are presented. Weather observation and forecasting resources and their influence on flight planning and performance are considered. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): AVTN 1040 or AVTN 1100 or instructor permission or department permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Prerequisite:    AVTN 1040 O PILT 1040 O AVTN 1100 O PILT 1100
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  • AVTN 2100: Commercial Ground School

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    A study of commercial flight fundamentals as required by FAA regulations for students pursuing a Commercial Pilot certificate. Topics include a review of prior Private and Instrument Ground School material, plus aeronautical decision-making FARs and advanced fixed-wing single-engine and fixed-wing multi-engine aircraft systems, aerodynamics, the study of weather, concepts of weather, weather hazards, meteorological flight planning, aviation weather equipment, and considerations of weather conditions as they impact aircraft and flight performance; review of characteristics of the United States? ATC system, air space, navigation aids, systems, and procedures for use; control tower operation, departure and arrive control, radar and non-radar operations, environmental concerns within various geographical areas, and communication procedures; human physiology; and commercial maneuvers. There is an FAA Knowledge Exam fee. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): PILT 1155 or AVTN 1250 or instructor permission or department permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Prerequisite:    PILT 1155 O AVTN 1250 O PILT 1250
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  • AVTN 2340: CFI Ground School

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course covers the study of flight instruction fundamentals as required by FAA regulations for students pursuing a Certified Flight Instructor rating. Topics covered include learning theory and styles, the teaching process, communication, instructional techniques, lesson plans, performance evaluation, aeronautical decision-making, flight safety, and regulations. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): AVTN 2100 or PILT 2105 or instructor permission or department permission. Prerequisite:    ( AVTN 2100 O PILT 2100 ) O PILT 2105
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  • AVTN 2510: UAS Mission Planning and Operations, Photogrammetry, and GIS

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course discusses unmanned aircraft mission planning and considerations for successful execution of mission plans. Students will plan and make preparations for real UAS missions. Students will also process and evaluate data retrieved from UAS missions. Principles of photogrammetry, global positioning systems, and geographic information systems will be discussed by analyzing data retrieved from UAS missions. This course is a co-requisite for PILT 2515 UAS Mission Flight Lab. Students must also register for, and participate in, the mission flight lab to actually fly the missions. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Co-requisite(s): AVTN 2515 Prerequisite(s): AVTN 1135 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Prerequisite:    AVTN 1135 O PILT 1135 Corequisite:    AVTN 2515
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  • AVTN 2515: UAS Mission Flight Lab

    2.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This lab provides students advanced-level experience in flying unmanned aircraft missions. Students will increase their experience in line-of-site (LOS) missions as well as beyond-line-of-site (BLOS) missions. This lab builds on intermediate UAV flight experience gained in the Unmanned Aircraft UAS and BLOS Flight lab. This lab provides students advanced UAS operator experience through scenario-based missions. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Co-requisite(s): AVTN 2510 Prerequisite(s): AVTN 1135 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Prerequisite:    AVTN 1135 O PILT 1135 Corequisite:    AVTN 2510
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  • AVTN 2516: Uncrewed Aircraft Mission Lab

    2.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This lab provides students advanced-level experience in flying uncrewed aircraft missions. Students will increase their experience in line-of-site (LOS) missions as well as beyond-line-of-site (BLOS) missions. This lab builds on intermediate UAV flight experience gained in the Uncrewed Aircraft Intermediate Flight lab. This lab provides students advanced UAS operator experience through scenario-based missions. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): AVTN 1136 - Prerequisite Min Grade: C Prerequisite:    AVTN 1136
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  • AVTN 2890: Aviation Internship

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Work-related learning experience carefully coordinated between instructor, student, and employer. The work experience must be associated with aviation, this course has flexible credit hours depending on the number of hours the student anticipates working for the employer. A maximum of four (4) hours of internship at any level may be counted toward the major. May be repeated up to a maximum of four (4) credits. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission or department permissionRepeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 4
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  • AVTN 3160: Aviation Law

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course will provide aviation students with a basic understanding of constitutional law, administrative law, enforcement actions, and international law applicable to air transportation. The regulatory process, rule-making, and legislation of aviation law will be explored. This class instructs future aviation managers, pilots, technicians, aircraft owners, employers, and others involved in aviation industry in their personal rights and obligations under the relevant law. (Fall, Spring, As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): AVTN 2100 or PILT 2105 or instructor permission or department permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: CRegistration Restriction(s): Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing required Prerequisite:    AVTN 2100 O PILT 2100 O PILT 2105
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  • AVTN 3250: Aerodynamics

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Practical application of the laws of physics relating to aerodynamics in flight. Specific topics covered include the forces of flight as applied to airplanes and helicopters; weight and balance; stability and control; calculation of stall speed; fundamentals of low, transonic, and supersonic flight; aircraft design and testing; aircraft performance requirements; performance of aircraft powered by reciprocating, turboprop, and jet turbine engines; special flight conditions often experienced by commercial pilots of fixed-wing aircraft; and changes in configuration. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): AVTN 1100 or AVTN 1420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C Prerequisite:    AVTN 1100 O PILT 1100 O AVTN 1420 O PILT 1420
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