AIR TRAFFIC RULES AND GROUND SERVICES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
UHP239	AIR TRAFFIC RULES AND GROUND SERVICES	3	3	3	5

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

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to understand the importance of air traffic services and ground handling services, to understand the terms and concepts / symbols (terminology) used in air traffic rules / services and ground handling services.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course content includes the concept of air traffic, air traffic management and services, air traffic rules, air traffic incidents, ground handling services management and functions, ground handling organizations - activities, environmental relations and legislation.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
To understand and explain air traffic management and air traffic rules. To be able to carry out air traffic services. To understand ground handling management and to explain ground handling services. To carry out ground services. To know national and international civil aviation organizations and ground handling organizations.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading a Book and Research	Introduction to Aviation Sector, Concept of Air Traffic, Introduction to Air Traffic Rules and Definitions	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
2	Reading a Book and Research	Air Traffic Rules and Flight Principles	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
3	Reading a Book and Research	Air Traffic Management	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
4	Reading a Book and Research	Air Traffic Services (Air Traffic Control Services)	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
5	Reading a Book and Research	Air Traffic Services (Flight Information Services and Warning Service)	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
6	Reading a Book and Research	Air Traffic Events and Emergencies	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
7	Reading a Book and Research	The Relationship Between Air Traffic Management and Ground Handling	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading a Book and Research	The Concept and Development of Ground Handling, Ground Handling Equipment	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
10	Reading a Book and Research	Ground Handling Organizations, Activities, Environmental	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
11	Reading a Book and Research	Ground Handling Management, Organization and Functions	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
12	Reading a Book and Research	Load Control and Communication	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
13	Reading a Book and Research	Ramp and Flight Operations Services	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
14	Reading a Book and Research	Research Cargo, Post and Other Ground Services	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
15	Reading a Book and Research	Cargo, Post and Other Ground Services	Lecture-Presentation, Question and Answer, Discussion Method
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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

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		1
2	Identify vocational problems and resolve them effectively				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Comply with occupational ethics and sense of responsibility					4
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	Comprehend, appreciate and comply with cultural and social responsibilities				3
2	Manage a process effectively to meet the demands.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Develop an awareness for life long learning			2
2	Access and assess sectoral problems				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Be aware of legal regulations, and comply with them				3
2	Communicate in an at least one foreign language				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Utilize communication and information technologies, as well as other technologies and equipment.			2
2	Plan and carry out vocational processes			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicate effectively in writing and orally				3
2	Display their vocational self-confidence at work place				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Develop an entrepreneur spirite		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	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	3	42
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	2	2
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	132