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Course Descriptions for AIRP (Archived)

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AIRP 1215   Private Flight (2)
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Flight training to prepare the student for the completion of the Federal Aviation Administration private pilot certification process, including dual and solo flight in the areas of maneuvers and cross-country navigation. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 1255   Intermediate Flight (2)
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Provides students with flight hours and skills necessary to fulfill solo cross-country hours required for the Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot, single engine land, airplane rating. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 1301   Air Navigation (3)
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Instruction in Visual Flight Navigation in the National Airspace System. Topics include sectional charts, flight computers, plotters, and navigation logs. Qualifies as part of a program leading to Federal Aviation Administration certification. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1307   Aviation Meteorology (3)
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In-depth coverage of meteorological phenomena affecting aircraft flight. Topics include basic concepts of aviation meteorology in the study of temperature, pressure, moisture, stability, clouds, air masses, fronts, thunderstorms, icing, and fog. Also includes analysis and use of weather data for flight planning. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1311   Flight Theory (3)
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Instruction in basic flight information needed for flight in the National Aerospace System. Topics include publications, regulations, aircraft systems, and performance. Qualifies as part of a program leading to Federal Aviation Administration certification. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1313   Introduction to Aviation (3)
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A study of the historical development of the aviation industry, including key events in civil, military, and space exploration and an overview of legislation relating to aviation. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1317   Private Pilot Ground School (3)
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Basic ground school for the Private Pilot Certificate, providing the student with the necessary aeronautical knowledge that can be used for private pilot certification. Topics include principles of flight, radio procedures, weather, navigation, aerodynamics, and Federal Aviation Administration regulations. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1343   Aerodynamics (3)
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Study of the general principles of the physical laws of flight. Topics include physical terms and the four forces of flight, lift, weight, thrust, and drag; aircraft design; stability control; and high-speed flight characteristics. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1347   Human Factors in Aviation (3)
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Instruction in flight physiology, the decision-making process, pilot health maintenance, psychological aspects of flight, human behavior as related to the aircraft cockpit, and aeromedical information of significance to flight crews. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 1351   Instrument Ground School (3)
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A study of basic instrument radio and navigation fundamentals used in instrument flight. Topics include a description and practical use of aerial navigation systems and instruments, charts used for instrument flight, and Federal Aviation Administration certification. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 2236   Certified Flight Instructor-Airplane (2)
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Flight instruction necessary to qualify for the Federal Aviation Administration Certified Flight Instructor - Airplane Certificate. Topics include ground and flight instruction. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 2239   Commercial Flight (2)
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Flight instruction necessary to qualify for the Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot Certificate. Instruction includes both dual and solo flight training to prepare the student for mastery of all commercial pilot maneuvers. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 2242   Flight Instructor - Instrument Airplane (2)
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Skill development for flight instructors necessary to qualify for the Federal Aviation Administration Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Rating, airplane single-engine land. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 2250   Instrument Flight (2)
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Preparation for completion of the Federal Aviation Administration Instrument Pilot Rating with mastery of all instrument procedures. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 2251   Multiengine Flight (2)
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Preparation for the multiengine class rating which will be added to a current pilot certificate. Includes explanation and demonstration of all required Federal Aviation Administration normal and emergency operations and procedures. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

AIRP 2333   Aircraft Systems (3)
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Study of the general principles, operation, and application of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, fuel, environmental, protection, and warning systems. Emphasis on types of aircraft structures and their control systems. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 2337   Commercial Ground School (3)
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A study of advanced aviation topics that can be used for Federal Aviation Administration certification at the commercial pilot level. Includes preparation for the Commercial Airplane knowledge test. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 2349   Instructor Ground School (3)
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Skill development in the fundamentals of teaching and learning in an aviation-oriented environment. Introduction to the techniques of instruction and analysis of flight maneuvers. Topics include flight instructor responsibilities and federal aviation regulations relating to the instructor rating. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 2352   Practical Dispatching I (3)
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Study of advanced concepts in weight and balance, performance calculations, avionics, and engine and airplane specifications including Federal Aviation regulations. Preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration knowledge examination. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 2353   Practical Dispatching II (3)
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A study of the duties and responsibilities required of an aircraft dispatcher. Topics include instruction in Federal Aviation Administration regulations, flight planning, and company operations for both domestic and international operations. Preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration Practical Examination. (3 Lec.)

AIRP 2355   Propulsion Systems (3)
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In-depth coverage of aircraft engine theory and principles of operation of various types of aircraft engines including reciprocating, turboprop, turbojet, and turbo fan. Topics include propellers, superchargers, engine accessories, controls, and instrumentation. (3 Lec.)


Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.

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