AVC 1110
Ground Private Pilot
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Description
This is a Concurrent Enrollment Course, offering both high school credit through ______________ High
School and college credit through Utah Valley University. Credit from this course is transferable to all
colleges and universities. Contact the receiving institution for how the credits will be applied.
Introduces the airplane to entry-level student pilots as they prepare for flight training. Stresses airport
systems, air traffic control procedures, aviation weather, air navigation, radio communication procedures,
and Federal Aviation Regulations. Prepares students for the required FAA Private Pilot Airplane Knowledge
Test.
Prerequisites
This class is available to all high school juniors and seniors in good academic standing. High school
prerequisites apply. There are no college prerequisites for this course.
Text and Instructional Materials
Jeppesen’s Private Pilot Handbook
Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Aviationweather.gov
Objectives | Topics to be Covered
Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to do the following:
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Explain the different parts and systems of an airplane and how they work
Explain basic aerodynamics and the theory of flight
Know basic flight operations
Obtain and explain basic weather observations and forecasts
Explain and use different navigation systems
Predict aircraft performance
Prepare and use a VFR flight plan
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Aviation opportunities
Human factors
Airplane structure
Aircraft systems
Flight instruments
Aerodynamic Principles
Four forces of flight
Stability
Aerodynamics of maneuvering flight
Flight operations
Safety of flight
Airports
Aeronautical charts
Airspace
Communication and flight information
Radar and ATC services
Radio procedures
Sources of flight information
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Aviation weather
Basic weather theory
Weather patterns
Weather hazards
Interpreting weather data
The forecasting process
Printed reports and forecasts
Sources of weather information
Predicting performance
Weight and balance
Flight computers
Navigation
Pilotage
Dead reckoning
VOR navigation
ADF navigation
Advanced navigation
Aviation physiology
Aeronautical decision making
The flight planning process
Review everything!
Department Policies
Attendance and Participation
Regular attendance and participation is an absolute for the successful completion of this course.
Assessment
Participation ~ Assignments ~ Grading Philosophy
Daily chapter assignments and activities will be assigned. These will be turned in on a daily basis. There will
also be projects and packets assigned throughout the year.
There will be weekly quizzes that will be given in class. There will be a large comprehensive exam given
quarterly.
Grading Scale
2
A = 100-93
B - = 82-80
D+ = 69-67
A - = 92-90
C+ = 79-77
D = 66-63
B+ = 89-87
C = 76-73
D - = 62-60
B = 86-83
C - = 72-70
F = 59-0
Grades and Credit
You will receive the same grade for your high school course as you receive for your college course. Your
grade for this class will become part of your permanent college transcript and will affect your GPA. A low
grade in this course can affect college acceptance and scholarship eligibility.
University Policies
Academic Integrity
Utah Valley University expects all students to maintain integrity and high standards of individual honesty in
academic work, to obey the law, and to show respect for others. Students of this class are expected to
support an environment of academic integrity, have the right to such an environment, and should avoid all
aspects of academic dishonesty. Examples of academic dishonesty include plagiarizing, faking of data,
sharing information during an exam, discussing an exam with another student who has not taken the exam,
consulting reference material during an exam, submitting a written assignment which was authored by
someone other than you, and/or cheating in any form. Violators of this policy will be subject to disciplinary
action. Cheating will not be tolerated. It will result in a FAILING grade for the course.
In keeping with UVU policy, evidence of academic dishonesty may result in a failing grade in the course and
disciplinary review by the college. Additional information on this topic is published in the student handbook
and is available on the UVU website.
Students with Disabilities
If you have any disability, which may impair your ability to successfully, complete this course, please contact
the Accessibility Services office, 863-8747, BU 146. Academic accommodations are granted for all students
who have qualified documented disabilities. All services are coordinated with the Accessibility Services
office.
Dropping the Class
_________ is the last day to drop the course without it showing on your transcript.
_________ is the last day to withdraw from the class.
If you drop the high school class, you must also withdraw from the UVU class to avoid receiving an E or UW
(unofficial withdrawal).
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