AVIATION SAFETY AND SECURITY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
AVM301	AVIATION SAFETY AND SECURITY	5	3	3	8

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	Assoc.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:	The objective of this course is to provide Aviation Management undergraduate students with a comprehensive understanding of aviation security and safety management principles. It aims to equip students with knowledge of international and national regulatory frameworks (ICAO Annex 17, NCASP), threat and hazard identification, crisis management, and the operational structure of Safety Management Systems (SMS) in modern airport and airline operations.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course explores the foundations of aviation security, historical developments, threat landscapes, and international legal frameworks (including ICAO, Tokyo/Hague/Montreal Conventions, ECAC, and IATA). It covers national legislation, airport administrative structures, checkpoint screening technologies, and access controls. Additionally, the curriculum addresses contingency planning, crisis management, emerging horizon risks (such as cybersecurity and drones), hazard identification, risk assessment, and the phased implementation, integration, and assurance of Safety Management Systems (SMS).

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Tell apart the aviation safety systems.
Solve the problems related to aviation safety.
Explain the international regulations related to aviation security.
Explain the regulations of international organizations on aviation security.
Analyze the legislation in terms of airline management.
Explain Safety Risk Management and Promotion.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading	Foundations of Aviation Security, Threat Landscape & Vulnerabilities.	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
2	Reading	Chronological History of Aviation Attacks & Regulatory Transformations.	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
3	Reading	International Legal Framework (ICAO Annex 17, Tokyo/Hague/Montreal Conventions, ECAC, IATA).	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
4	Reading	National Legislation, SHGM/DGCA Rules, NCASP, and Airport Administrative Structures.	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
5	Reading	Airport Security Operations, Checkpoint Screening Technologies, & Access Controls	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
6	Reading	Contingency Planning, Bomb Threats, Crisis Management, and Emerging Horizon Risks (Cyber/Drones)	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
7	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
8	Reading	Safety Evolution & Basic Concepts	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
9	Reading	Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
10	Reading	Regulatory Framework & State Safety Program	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
11	Reading	Safety Management System (SMS) Architecture & Safety Planning	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
12	Reading	Operating the SMS & Safety Assurance	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
13	Reading	Phased Implementation & System Integration	Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Research, Group Work
14	-	FINAL EXAM	-
15	Reading	-	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Rodrigues, C. Cusick S.K. (2017). Commercial Aviation Safety, McGraw-Hill. OH, US: Columbus.
Aviation and Airport Security Terrorism and Safety Concerns, Kathleen M. Sweet, CRC Press, 2008.
ICAO Annex 17: Security, Aviation Security Manual (Doc 8973 – Restricted)
ICAO Annex 19, Safety Management, Second Edition, July 2016;

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	40		Classical Exam
Homework Assessment	1	10
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	3	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.			2
2	Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management.			2
3	Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management.			2
4	Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.		1
5	Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.		1
6	Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.		1
7	Define basic concepts related with aviation management.		1
8	Define basic concepts related with aviation management.		1
9	Define basic concepts related with aviation management.		1

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.					4
2	Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.					4
3	Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.					4
4	Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.		1
5	Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.		1
6	Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.		1
7	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.						5
8	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.						5
9	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.						5
10	Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.	0
11	Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.	0
12	Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.	0

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

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.					4
2	Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.					4
3	Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.					4
4	Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.					4
5	Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.					4
6	Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.					4
7	Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.					4
8	Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.					4
9	Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.					4
10	Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.			2
11	Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.			2
12	Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.			2
13	Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.						5
14	Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.						5
15	Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.						5

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

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.					4
2	Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.					4
3	Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.					4
4	Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.		1
5	Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.		1
6	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.					4
2	Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.					4
3	Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.					4
4	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.					4
5	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.					4
6	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.					4
7	Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.					4
8	Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.					4
9	Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.					4

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.					4
2	Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.					4
3	Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.					4

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	14	4	56
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	7	6	42
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	4	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	55	0	201