HUMAN FACTOR IN AVIATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SHE264	HUMAN FACTOR IN AVIATION	4	2	2	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer TAHİR GÜRDİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Reduce and minimize human error in aircraft incidents and accidents, develop skills related to flight safety, adhering to the safety and regulations.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to human factors in aviation, human performance and limits, human psychology, physical environment, communication, human errors, human errors in the field of study.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Knows human factors in aviation.
Defines human performance and limits.
Defines aviation psychology.
Understands the factors affecting performance.
Understands the physical environment.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Chapter Reading	The purpose of the lesson, introduction	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
2	Chapter Reading	Introduction to human factors in aviation	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
3	Chapter Reading	Fundamental Concepts of Human Factors	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
4	Chapter Reading	Human Performance And Limitations	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
5	Chapter Reading	Social Psychology	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
6	Chapter Reading	Factors affecting performance	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
7	Chapter Reading	Factors affecting performance	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Chapter Reading	Physical environment	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
10	Chapter Reading	Tasks	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
11	Chapter Reading	Communication	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
12	Chapter Reading	Human Errors	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
13	Chapter Reading	Human Errors	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
14	Chapter Reading	Hazards In The Workplace	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
15	Chapter Reading	Overview	Lecture, presentation, question-answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Human Factor Booklets

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to teamwork					4
2	Identify vocational problems and resolve them effectively					4
3	Comprehend, appreciate and comply with cultural and social responsibilities			2
4	Develop an awareness for life long learning					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Comply with occupational ethics and sense of responsibility						5
2	Utilize the theoretical information they have acquired in applications and practices					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to have knowledge about sectoral issues.						5
2	Manage a process effectively to meet the demands.	0
3	Within the framework of regulations and procedures for implementation and to find solutions for problems.		1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil aviation field statistical research skills and the ability to think about, has the ability to foresee the consequences of strategic decisions and develop skills.			2
2	Encountered in practice or as a team member to take responsibility for unforeseen problems			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Change and innovation are welcome.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Critically evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Basic and is dominated by professional English, has the necessary qualifications to use the operating system in an active way for the profession.			2
2	Developments, will be able to follow trends and forecasts. Follow the latest developments related to the field and profession.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It has the ability to reflect on the ethical and professional responsibilities.						5
2	To analyze information about the area and has the skills to interpret and evaluate.		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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
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	1	5	5
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	5	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	96