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  • AVIA 101 - Introduction to Aviation

    Credits: 1
    This course will provide an overview of the aviation industry and awareness of the magnitude of aviation activity in the world. The student will discover a multitude of career opportunities and recognize the role aviation education holds in support of the nation’s commerce and air transportation. The student will study the evolution of the industry and recognize general economic, social, and political factors affecting the future of aviation industry.


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  • AVIA 120 - Exploring Aviation

    Credits: 1
    This exploratory course is open to all students to learn about and experience aviation. Students will be exposed to different sectors of aviation and will learn how the field of aviation contributes to society. All students will have the opportunity to fly in a training airplane at least twice during the semester. Students will also gain experience through hands-on flight simulation using advanced aircraft simulation. Aviation career options will also be explored. Charge for flights will be assessed. Contact instructor for more information. Notes: Additional fees apply for aircraft rental and instruction. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 150-150L - Introduction to Aviation Meteorology and Lab

    Credits: 2
    This course is an introduction to Meteorology and forecasting. The major focus of this course is to understand public and aviation weather observations and forecasts. Topics covered include understanding the global energy balance and structure of the atmosphere as a background to explain seasons and weather. Air masses and frontal systems, and weather phenomena such as thunderstorms, icing, tornadoes, and tropical systems are related to forecasting. Corequisites: AVIA 150L-150.


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  • AVIA 170 - Fundamentals of Flight Theory

    Credits: 3
    Basic aviation principles for the beginning aviator are presented in this course. Topics include aerodynamics, basic aircraft systems, aircraft performance computations, weight and balance computations, meteorology, radio navigation and communication techniques, cross-country preparation, pilot physiology, and emergency operations. Students completing this course will be ready to challenge the Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilot written and oral exams. Notes: For students wishing to fly, this course should be taken with AVIA 171  but it is not required. 35 hours of ground instruction required per 14 CFR 141.57.


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  • AVIA 171 - Introductory Flight I

    Credits: 2
    This flight course involves individual flight instruction for the FAA Private Pilot Certificate. Topics include aircraft preflight, weather briefings, basic flight maneuvers, and basic flight regulations. Students will complete, under the supervision of SDSU flight instructors, at least the first progress check of the private pilot certificate. Prerequisites: Instructor consent and AVIA 170  (completed or concurrent). Notes: Additional fees apply for aircraft rental and instruction. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 180 - Attitude Instrument Theory

    Credits: 2
    This course begins with a discussion of Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM), airworthiness requirements for flight, and professionalism in aviation. The course proceeds to an in-depth study of instrumentation and glass technologies. Basic attitude flight principles will be enhanced through this course. In addition, students will have a fundamental knowledge of the air navigation systems used to conduct IFR flight. Corequisites: AVIA 181 . Notes: 25 hours of ground instruction required per 14 CFR 141.57.


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  • AVIA 181 - Introductory Flight II

    Credits: 2
    In this flight course, students will continue learning how to fly aircraft in the VFR and IFR environments. Topics include cross-country flight and flight planning, night operations, lost and emergency procedures, basic instrument flight control, and National Airspace services. Student will obtain, under the supervision of SDSU flight instructors, the FAA Private Pilot Airplane Single Engine Land Certificate, as a requirement of course completion and continue on to at least stage I of the instrument commercial 14 CFR 141 requirements. Prerequisites: AVIA 171  and AVIA 180  (completed or concurrent). Notes: Additional charges apply for aircraft rental and instruction. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 189 - Airframe and Powerplant Course

    Credits: 1-40
    The Airframe & Powerplant Course is a block of up to 40 credits awarded to students enrolling in the Aviation Maintenance Management specialization who have completed a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved airframe & powerplant program.  Students will be required to produce a FAA airframe & powerplant certificate as proof of successful completion.  Notes: These credits will only apply to the aviation maintenance management specialization.


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  • AVIA 200 - Aviation Safety

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce aviation safety principles as important aspects of air transportation. Topics will include regulatory issues, means of measuring air transportation safety, risk assessment, safety data analysis, use of technology in aviation safety, accident investigation, National Transportation Safety Board oversight of aviation safety, and other appropriate issues as arise.


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  • AVIA 201 - Aviation Weather

    Credits: 2
    This course is a study of the basic components of the earth’s atmosphere and provides a basic foundation in the meteorological and environmental factors that influence the formation of the various weather patterns found in near and upper atmospheric levels over the continental United States and the Northern Hemisphere. Included in the course will be discussion on how weather influences the basic aerodynamics of an aircraft in-flight and the basic pilot-static instrument system. This course is intended for students who plan a career as professional pilots or a career in aviation operations or for an elective. Prerequisites: AVIA 150 .


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  • AVIA 300 - Human Factors in Aviation

    Credits: 3
    This course will cover a basic, broad overview of human factors as they affect pilot and passenger safety. Topics will include pilot physiological and psychological issues as they relate to aviation safety, and the impact of the external environment upon these issues. The course will introduce the topic of crew resource management (CRM) and the importance of CRM to aviation safety, as well as specific physiological training.


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  • AVIA 302 - Aviation Law

    Credits: 2
    This course will cover a basic overview of the aviation legal system. Many policies, procedures, laws and past and current cases that establish legal precedent in landmark court cases will be studied.


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  • AVIA 305 - Introduction to Aviation Administration

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the organization and conduct of aviation operations involving the use of general, corporate, and transport aviation aircraft and services. The course will cover aspects of management involved in aviation operations. Topics include security, accounting, regulations, national and global economics, flight line operations, administrative considerations, aircraft maintenance operations, and decision-making. Technological advances pertaining to management operations will be discussed throughout the course.


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  • AVIA 310 - Individual Flight Training

    Credits: 1-3
    This course is designed to provide additional flight training experience using a variety of aircraft and simulation sessions. Single-engine aircraft and flight training devices as well as complex/multi-engine may be used for this course to help students develop skills in crew resource management, aviation human factors, aerodynamics, performance, and aviation safety. All students wishing to participate in this course must first meet with a representative from the Aviation Program to develop specific outcomes for the course and then register. The course can be repeated for additional credit. Additional financial aid is awarded for this course for eligible students. Prerequisites: Instructor Consent.


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  • AVIA 340 - Advanced Flight Principles

    Credits: 3
    This course will provide students with a background in the technical aspects of flying large complex aircraft. Topics will include advanced aerodynamics, advanced weight and balance, and advanced aircraft system operation.


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  • AVIA 350 - Tail-wheel Transition

    Credits: 1
    This course teaches the fundamental and advanced techniques of airmanship utilizing a conventional gear aircraft. The aircraft used for this course will help students to manipulate and master airmanship while building on advanced flight principles. In this course, students will learn how to safely and effectively operate a conventional aircraft. Prerequisites: Departmental authorization.


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  • AVIA 370 - Professional Pilot Theory I

    Credits: 3
    This theory course prepares students for FAA instrument and commercial rating. Topics include navigation principles and procedures, air traffic control procedures, applicable FAA regulations, and meteorological considerations for flight in the airspace system. It also covers departure, arrival and en route considerations as well as terminal operating procedures. Students completing this course will successfully complete the FAA Instrument Pilot written examination as a requirement for course completion. Prerequisites: Instructor consent. Notes: 20 hours of ground instruction required per 14 CFR 141.57.


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  • AVIA 372 - Professional Flight I

    Credits: 2
    This flight course covers individual flight instruction for FAA instrument and commercial flight ratings. Students will obtain, under the supervision of SDSU flight instructors, the FAA Airplane Single Engine Land instrument rating as a requirement for course completion as well as continue building hours towards the commercial certificate. Prerequisites: Instructor consent and AVIA 370  (completed or concurrent). Notes: Additional fees apply for aircraft rental and flight instruction. Students must have their private pilot certificate before enrolling in course. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course, please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 375 - Professional Pilot Theory II

    Credits: 3
    This theory course prepares students to operate multiengine and single engine aircraft professionally through the National Airspace System as a commercial pilot. Federal regulations, complex aircraft performance and operation, high performance aircraft characteristics, and safe operation of commercial aircraft in the US air transportation system will be covered in this course. Student will successfully complete the FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate written examination as a requirement of course completion. Prerequisites: Instructor consent. Corequisites: AVIA 377 . Notes: 35 hours of ground instruction required per 14 CFR 141.57.


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  • AVIA 377 - Professional Flight II

    Credits: 2
    This flight course provides individualized flight instruction in preparation for the FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate. Students will complete, under the supervision of SDSU flight instructors, the FAA commercial practical exams. Prerequisites: Instructor consent and AVIA 375  (completed or concurrent). Notes: Additional charges apply for aircraft rental and instruction. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 392 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.


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  • AVIA 400 - Air Transportation System

    Credits: 3
    Advanced study of U.S. aviation issues to include: a historical perspective of the industry, regulatory aspects of the industry, general aviation, military aviation, commercial aviation, manufacturing, and other issues of interest to the air transportation industry. This will include local, state, national, and international aspects of the industry. Discussion of the services and challenges faced by the air transportation system will also be covered in this course.


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  • AVIA 440 - Curriculum Design in Aviation

    Credits: 3
    This course will cover the development process of selection, organization and management of instructional content and supplemental materials related to aviation education. Special emphasis will be placed on development of objectives, integration of teaching/learning strategies, and scenario-based training.


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  • AVIA 450 - Methods of Teaching in Aviation

    Credits: 3
    This course will feature lesson presentation and methods of delivering instruction in aviation education. This course will equip the student with resources and technology used in the classroom and aircraft to specifically teach content related to aviation. Topics covered include teaching with technology, utilizing instructional aides, motivating students, and marketing a program. Instructional techniques appropriate for aviation education are developed based on models identified in competency-based or performance-based education. Additional support will be provided to help student deliver classroom and aircraft content, assess the content, and provide feedback on the assessment. Students will gain practical experience by utilizing skills learned in class to actively engage the aviation community.


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  • AVIA 470 - Professional Flight Instructor Theory I

    Credits: 2
    Defines the responsibilities and role of the professional flight instructor in the process of flight training and general aviation development. The student will study the market of new aspiring pilots and learn how to attract and retain flight students as permanent general aviation customers. This course focuses on the practical aspects of teaching adults to fly. Students completing this course are prepared to challenge the FAA Fundamentals of Instruction knowledge exam and the FAA Flight Instructor knowledge exam. Prerequisites: Instructor consent. Corequisites: AVIA 474 .


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  • AVIA 471 - Professional Flight Instructor Theory II

    Credits: 2
    This ground course prepares the flight instructor to teach students in an instrument flight environment in both single engine and multiengine aircraft. Learning objectives include an in-depth study of the responsibilities and techniques to be used as an Instrument Flight Instructor in the multi and single engine-training environment. This course will also include additional study of instrument flight, multi-engine operations, aerodynamics, single-engine operations, and regulations pertaining to the IFR environment. Prerequisites: Instructor consent.


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  • AVIA 472 - Certified Flight Instructor Instrument

    Credits: 1
    This course prepares the flight instructor to teach students in an instrument flight environment Prerequisites: Instructor consent.


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  • AVIA 473 - Certified Flight Instructor Multi-Engine

    Credits: 1
    This course prepares the flight instructor to teach students in an aircraft with two or more engines. Prerequisites: Instructor consent.


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  • AVIA 474 - Certified Flight Instructor I

    Credits: 2
    This flight course provides the student with a detailed study of the responsibilities and teaching concerns of a flight instructor in a single engine aircraft environment. The course is concerned with the analysis of the flight maneuvers involved with Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor Certificates. During this course the student is expected to complete the FAA Certified Flight Instructor practical checkride. Prerequisites: AVIA 470  (completed or concurrent) and instructor consent. Notes: Additional charges apply for aircraft rental and instruction. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 475 - Certified Flight Instructor II

    Credits: 2
    This flight course prepares the flight instructor to instruct in an instrument flight environment in both single engine and multiengine aircraft. The course will place special emphasis on multi-engine aerodynamics and performance, one engine inoperative operations and procedures, flight safety concerns and instrument flight maneuvers in single and multi-engine airplanes. Students will complete the FAA CFII and MEI practical examinations as part of this course. Prerequisites: AVIA 471  (completed or concurrent), AVIA 474 , and instructor consent. Notes: Additional charges apply for aircraft rental and instruction. Any flight, simulation, or instruction time above the required hours posted will be charged at an hourly rate. Flight training materials and test expenses are not included in minimum charges billed to the student at registration. For VA minimum charges and average cost of flight course please see www.sdstate.edu/aviation.


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  • AVIA 488 - Student Flight Instruction

    Credits: 3
    Supervised flight instruction in a post-secondary setting. Prerequisites: AVIA 470  and consent.


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  • AVIA 489 - Aviation Senior Seminar

    Credits: 3
    This course will explore contemporary and ethical issues in the aviation industry. Students will examine and solve issues related to global aviation, environmental concerns, technology advances, aviation safety and security practices, labor issues, aviation education, and aviation economics. Students will be required to demonstrate an understanding of information literacy and advanced communications through course work.


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  • AVIA 491 - Independent Study (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • AVIA 494 - Internship (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than in the case with field experience courses. Prerequisites: Department approval required.


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