AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
AVM209	AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE	3	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. SEDA MUMLU KARANFİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. FATİH KILIÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to define the basic principles related to the theory of flight and to examine the structural and aerodynamic features of the aircrafts.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include the history of aircrafts, flight theory, properties and classification of flying objects, basic concepts, main elements of aircrafts, standard atmosphere, basic principles of flying.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the history and development of aircrafts.
Analyze the flying objects.
Recognize the main elements and functions of airplanes in basic level .
Describe engine types of airplanes in basic level.
Explain the layers and the physics of the atmosphere.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Introduction of Aircraft, History of Aircraft	Visual Aided Lecture
2	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Classification of All Weather Objects and Aircraft	Visual Aided Lecture
3	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Basic Concepts and Standard Atmosphere	Visual Aided Lecture
4	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Aircraft Components, Systems and Principles of Flight, Basic Aerodynamic Forces Acting on the Airplane	Visual Aided Lecture
5	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Aircraft Components, Systems and Principles of Flight, Basic Aerodynamic Forces Acting on the Airplane	Visual Aided Lecture
6	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Fuselage, Wings and Stabilizing Surfaces	Visual Aided Lecture
7	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Basic Hydraulics, Landing Gear, Aircraft Wheels, Aircraft Tyres and Aircraft Brakes	Visual Aided Lecture
8	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Recognition of Main Elements of Plane	Visual Aided Lecture
9	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Flight Control Systems, Flight Controls	Visual Aided Lecture
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Aircraft Pneumatic Systems, Pressurization Systems	Visual Aided Lecture
12	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Ice and Rain Protection Ice & Snow	Visual Aided Lecture
13	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Recommended Practices, Emergency Equipment	Visual Aided Lecture
14	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Aircraft Oxygen Equipment, Smoke Detection, Fire Detection and Protection	Visual Aided Lecture
15	Internet Search Regarding The Subject	Major Safety Issues for Aircrafts and General Review of the Course	Visual Aided Lecture
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook/media/airplane_flying_handbook.pdf
https://tr.scribd.com/doc/47826966/Book-02-Aircraft-General-Knowledge-1
JAA ATPL Manual - Aircraft General Knowledge
Kroes, M. J., & Nolan, M. S. (2013). Aircraft basic science. McGraw-Hill Education.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management.					4
2	Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.	0
3	Define basic concepts related with aviation management.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.			2
2	Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.		1
3	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.		1
4	Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Manage operational activities related to the airline.		1
2	Gain lifelong learning skills and use knowledge of the field in the business life with the awareness of social responsibility.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.	0
2	Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.		1
3	Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.		1
4	Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.	0
5	Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Execute a study in his/her field independently.		1
2	Decide as an individual or a team member to solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.		1
2	Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.	0
2	Explain his/her thoughts on the issues related to the field and suggestions for solutions to the problems by the related departments by using supporting quantitative and qualitative data.		1
3	Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.		1

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	3	39
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	3	16	48
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	2	10	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	34	0	151