Consideration is given to power plants, landing gear, flight controls, and flight support systems. The student s performance will be evaluated by the flight instructor. Semester Offered Fall, Spring and Summer. Meteorology for Pilots 3 cr. The basic study of meteorology which includes the earth's atmosphere and the elements that affect it, air masses, and air mass modification, in-flight weather hazards, aviation weather reports, and weather forecasts will be offered.
Course includes ground school training and flight training.
The course involves understanding the basic principles of the learning process and teaching methods including preparation and outlines of lesson plans, methods of evaluation and critiques. Aviation Ground Instrument Pilot 3 cr. Instrument flying principles acquainting the student with the theory and logic that pertain to instrument flight. Course content includes weather interpretation, air travel control procedures, and instrument flying procedures. This course prepares the student for the FAA Instrument Pilot, Instrument Ground Instructor, and Instrument Flight instructor exams.