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AIRP1317 - Private Pilot Ground School

Catalog Description: Basic ground school for the Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilot Certificate, providing the student with the necessary aeronautical knowledge that can be used for private pilot certification. Topics include principles of flight, radio procedures

Prerequisite(s): Pre/Corequisite: READ 300, ESOL 310, or equivalent

Semester Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours per Week:
Contact Hours per Semester: 48
State Approval Code: 4901020000

Course Subject/Catalog Number: AIRP 1317
Course Title: Private Pilot Ground School

Course Rationale:

This course complements the Private Flight class and covers the basic of principles of navigation and flight planning.

Learning Objectives:

Specific Tasks Accomplished:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to accomplish the following tasks:

1. Develop the required skills necessary for air navigation;
2. Explain the aerodynamic factors involved in the operation of aircraft; and
3. Demonstrate proficiency in knowledge required for the Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilot written test.

Grading Policy:

Your grade will be determined from:

The average of chapter exams and a final exam as follows:

Textbook Requirement:

1. Textbook and pilot supplies listed in bookstore

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