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Aviation (Commercial Pilot/Flight)
Course Description

AVF 111 Pre-Flight Ground School     1 credit
Prerequisite:  Accepted flight student status.
This course introduces the student to the aircraft, its flight manual, the basic federal aviation regulation, elementary principles of flight, aircraft operation, and BBCC flight rules.  This course starts the week prior to the normal class starting date.  All students accepted and alternates must attend this course.  Pre-program counseling is done at this time, and flight training is strated.

AVF 112 Private Pilot Ground School     4 credits
Prerequisite:  AVF 111 or Chief Pilot permission.
This course prepares the student to take the FAA private pilot knowledge examination.  Includes elementary navigation, weather, federal aviation regulations, NTSB reporting procedures, radio procedures, AIM, instructory circulars, operating limitations, aircraft performance, principles of aerodynamics, powerplants and systems, stall and spin awareness, ADM and judgement, preflight action and planning.

AVF 113 Meteorology     5 credits
Prerequisite:  AVF 112 or Chief Pilot permission.
This course is designed for pilots but is helpful for the non-aviation major to understand the basics of meteorology.  A study in the nature of the atmosphere, winds, temperature, moisture, air masses and frontal systems, weather forecasting utilizing charts and reports available from FAA FSS's; incorporated techniques for flying in various weather conditions.

AVF 114 Theory of Flight    4 credits
Prerequisite:  AVF 112
This course covers basic aerodynamic theory of flight, aircraft instruments, performance, stability, control, airframe stress, structural limits, constant speed propellers, and turbocharging.

AVF 117 Aviation Emergency Preparedness & Response     1-3 credits
Aviation Emergency Preparedness and Response is intended for private and commercial pilots; introduces emergency preparedness, survival, and rescue procedures common to general aviation.  Introduces the system of complex aircraft: fuel, hydraulic, brake, control, ignition, and electrical systems; covers nomenclature, preventive maintenace, engines, propellers and related publications.

AVF 141 Private Pilot Flight (Stage I)     4 credits
Scheduled flight time, ground critique, discussions, and observation time; both dual and solo flights.  Instrument flight training is integreated with all phases of flying.  Includes simulator time.

AVF 142 Private Pilot Flight (Stage II)     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 141.
Scheduled flight time, ground critique, discussions, and observation time; both dual and solo flights.  Instrument flight training is integreated with all phases of flying.  Includes simulator time.

AVF 143 Private Pilot Flight (Stage III)     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 142.
Scheduled flight time, ground critique, discussions, and observation time; both dual and solo flights.  Instrument flight training is integreated with all phases of flying.  Includes simulator time.

AVF 190/290 Flight (Alternate)     0-4 credits
Prerequisite:  AVF 141.
Provides additional aircraft flight time to allow the student additional time to increase higher skill or complete a course of study.  Includes flight time and follow-up critique.

AVF 213 Advanced Meteorology     5 credits
This course is designed for aviation majors but it is helpful for hte non-aviation jamor to understand meteorology at a  more advanced level.  This course will cover the nature and utility of atmosphere, winds, temperature, moisture, air masses and frontal systems, weather forecasting utilizing charts and reports available from FAA and NWS.  This course will incorporate techniques for flying in various weather conditions.

AVF 221 Commercial Pilot Ground School     4 credits
Prerequisite:  AVF 113 and AVF 114.
Preparation for the FAA commercial pilot knowledge test.  Includes study of applicable FAR's, accident reporting requirements of the NTSB; basic aerodynamics and the principles of flight; meteorology and the use of weather reports and forecasts; safe and efficient operation of aircraft; weight and balance computation; use of performance charts, performance limitations; use of navigationfacilities, ADM, judgement and CRM; principles and functions of aircraft systems; maneuvers, procedures and emergency operations; night and high-altitude operations; the National Airspace System.

AVF 223 Instrument Ground School     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 113 and AVF 114.
Preparation for FAA instrument knowledge examination, includes: FAR's that apply to IFR; appropriate sectins of AIM; air traffic control system and procedures; IFR navigation systems and instruments; use of en route and instrument approach charts, aircraft operations under IFR; procurement and use of aviation weather reports and forecasts, recognition of critical weather situations and wind shear avoidance, ADM and judgment, and CRM.

AVF 225 Effective Comminication in Flight Instruction     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 221, AVF 223, and 252 or Chief Pilot approval.
This course covers the required areas of instructor knowledge; and is designed to aid the student in passing the appropriate FAA knowledge tests.  Includes the learning process and emphasizes elements of effective communication.  methods of teaching and communicating are studied and practiced, as well as how to evaluate and critique through written and oral processes.  Includes practice in classroom, one-on-one, and team teaching.

AVF 227 Aircraft Systems for Pilots     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 114 or concurrent enrollment.
Introduces the systems of complex aircraft; fuel, hydraulic, brake, control, ignition, and electrical systems; covers nomenclature, preventive maintenance, engines, propellers, and related publications.

AVF 251 Commercial Pilot Flight (Stage IV)     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 143
Scheduled flight time, ground critique, discussion and observation time; dual, solo, cross-country, instrument, and complex aircraft time.  Includes simulator time.

AVF 252 Commercial Pilot Flight (Stage V)     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 251
Scheduled flight time, ground critique, discussion and observation time; dual, solo, cross-country, instrument, and complex aircraft time.  Includes simulator time.

AVF 253 Commercial Pilot Flight (Stage VII)     4 credits
Prerequisite: AVF 261
Scheduled flight time, ground critique, discussion and observation time; dual, solo, cross-country, instrument, and complex aircraft time.  Includes 30 hours simulator time upon program completion.

AVF 254 Night Flight     1 credit
Prerequisite:  AVF 142
Provides an introduction to night flight and advanced instruction in night navigation, procedures, orientation, landings, takeoffs and techniques necessary for safe operation of airplanes ant night.

AVF 261 Instrument Flight (Stage VI)     4 credits
Prerequisite:  AVF 252
Provides training in instrument flight procedures in preparation for the airplane instrument rating; includes simulator training.

AVF 270 Flight Instructor    4 credits
Prerequisite:  Commercial license and instrument rating and Chief Pilot approval.
Preparation for the Certified Flight Instructor rating; includes flight time and critique.

AVF 271 Flight Instructor Instrument-Airplane     2 credits
Prerequisite:  Commercial/Instrument license, CFI single engile license and 10 hours as CFI with written passed and Chief Pilot approval.
Provides the Flight Instructor applicant with the knowledge, skill and experience necessary to become an Instrument Instructor; includes flight time and critique.

AVF 272 Seaplane Flight    2 credits
Prerequisite: Commercial Pilot Certifiate or Chief Pilot approval.
A dual flight lab course designed to develop flight skills in water operations and procedures, along with flight maneuvers in preparation for the FAA Seaplane Rating; includes flight time and critique.

AVF 275 Multi-Engine Flight     2 credits
Prerequisite:  Commercial Plilot Certificate and Chief Pilot approval.
Preparation for the FAA Multi-Engine rating.

AVF 276 Simulator Training     1 credit
Prerequisite:  Instructor approval.
Designed to fit the individual and particular needs of each pilot in Instrument Training, refresher or FAA currency requirements.

AVF 291 Multi-Engine Instructor     2 credits
Prerequisite:  Commercial Airplane with Instrument rating, Multi-Engine Land ratings, Flight Instructor Single Engine.
Preparation for the FAA Multi-Engine Flight Instructor rating.

AVF 292 A.T.P.: Multi-Engine Instructor     1 credit
Prerequisite:  Comm/Inst. M.E., 1500 hours ATP written test passed.
Prepares the student for FAA A.T.P flight check.

AVF 295 Work-Based Learning     1-6 credits
Prerquisite/Corerequiste:  AVF 297
Aviation program permission, and any requirements of the contractual agreement, between BBCC and the employer.

AVF 297 Work-Based Learning Seminar     1 credit
this course is taken in conjunction with AVF 295 (Work-Based Learning) and gives the student the opportunity and responsibility to report on their work experience and to analyze that experience for successes and for areas of improvement.  May be repeated up to six (6) credits.