CATALOG - Schenectady County Community College

AST 127 (3-0-3)Cosmic SystemThis one-semester course introduces students to the scientific study of thecosmic system. Emphasis is placed on the evolution, life cycle and characteristicsof the stars and galaxies. Information from recent discoveries by the Hubbletelescope and other 21st century NT telescopes is presented. Other discussiontopics include constellation identification, space travel, life in the universe, andcosmology.PR: Two years of high school mathematics OR MAT 128SAviation ScienceAER 101 (0-3-1)Introduction to Flight LaboratoryThis course provides a student with the practical flight experience in a singleengine aircraft to acquire a Private Pilot’s license, Aircraft-SEL certificate. Theprimary flight training includes dual and solo flight time to meet the FAA practicaltesting standards in such training as basic flight maneuvers, takeoff andlanding, night flying and cross-country procedures. Minimum FAA flight traininghours apply and students will, in most cases, exceed those minimum hoursin order to meet practical test standards. Completion of the FAA knowledgeexam is required for this certificate.PR: FAA Second Class Medical Certificate (required), FAA First Class MedicalCertificate Recommended, Homeland Security Administration BackgroundRequirements; proficiency in English, placement in ENG 123 CR: AER 103 orequivalent; Lab fee: $8,400FAER 102 (3-0-3)Aviation HistoryThis course provides a general description of the entire field of aviation startingwith the early achievements of flight and progressing through the various milestonesto the present age. This course contains an overview of the governmentalinvolvement with the aviation industry from establishing the postal routes,safety regulation, airline subsidies, through deregulation of the airline industry.This course includes the contributions to aviation by women, minorities andother cultures. The introduction and development of power flight, from Zeppelins,Flying Boats, through the Boeing 777, and the X-30 Oriental Express andbeyond is also explored. An extended field trip will be made to either the CurtisAir Museum in Hammondsport, N.Y. or the Rhinebeck Aerodrome, Rhinebeck,N.Y., to see aircraft from the early years of flight.FAER 103 (4-0-4)Introduction to FlightBasic introductory study of the principles of flight. Subjects covered in thiscourse include: theory of flight, basic aerodynamics, airplane operation, systemsand performance, navigation, flight computer computations, communications,publications, regulations and basic emergency procedures.PR: Adequate proficiency in English or successful completion of CSS 123 andCSS 125; and MAT 129 or equivalent.FAER 140 (4-0-4)Elements of InstrumentThis course is a study of the instrument flying techniques and procedures inconjunction with modern, ILS, VOR, ADF, GPS and radar facilities. The courseincludes the study of basic attitude instrument flying, instrument navigationprocedures, holding, precision and non- precision approach and departureprocedures and macro- and micro-meteorology analysis. Students are providedwith the information necessary to complete the FAA Instrument Rating KnowledgeExam.PR: AER 103 or equivalentAER 141 (0-3-1)Elements of Instrument LabThis course provides a student with the practical flight experience in a singleengineaircraft and an approved flight training device to acquire an InstrumentRating, Aircraft, SEL. The primary instrument flight training includes dualflight time to meet the FAA practical testing standards in such training as attitudeinstrument flying, departure, en route and approach procedures in theinstrument flight environment, instrument night flying, and cross-country procedures.Minimum FAA flight training hours apply and students will, in mostcases, exceed those minimum hours in order to meet practical test standards.Completion of the FAA knowledge exam is required for this certificate.PR: AER 101 and 103 or equivalent Private Pilot Certificate,FAA Second ClassMedical Certificate (required), FAA First Class Medical Certificate (recommended);proof of US citizenship or of the US Office of Homeland Security,Terminal Security Administration background check requirements.CR: AER 140Lab Fee: $8,200.00AER 150 (3-0-3)Airport Management and SecurityThis course familiarizes students with the fundamental components of a typicalcommercial airport and its multi-level security requirements. In addition to acommercial airport’s various support functions, the organizational structure,governing FAA regulations, inter-agency relationships and management challengesare examined. Security issues are presented in a post 9/11 environmentto include scenario-based discussions and problem-solving situations.AER 200 (3-0-3)Commercial OperationsThis course is a study of the required knowledge for a Commercial Pilot’slicense. Subjects covered in this course include: advanced aerodynamics, advancedaircraft systems, physiology, emergency procedures and planning, flightsafety, and aeronautical decision making. There is a focus on crew resourcemanagement and flight safety operations to include Part 91 and Part 135 regulationsand operations. Students will receive an instructor endorsement for theCommercial Pilot Knowledge Exam at the completion of the course requirementsfor an airplane-SEL.PR: AER 103 or equivalentAER 210 (3-0-3)Aviation LawThis course covers the history of aviation law, federal regulation of air transportationwith special attention to ecological aspects of aircraft noise and pollutantsand the role of state and federal government in aviation law, including functionsof the Federal Aviation Administration and the Terminal Security Administration.PR: AER 103 or permission of the departmentAER 214 (3-0-3)Physiology of FlightIn this course students will study the physical effects of flight on the humanbody including a discussion of the following: cockpit resource management,effects of high altitude flight, G-forces, alcohol and drugs, including OTC andillicit, “IMSAFE” requirement of every pilot for the safety of themselves as wellas other persons, passengers and property, and FAR Part 37 Medical disqualifications.PR: AER 103 or permission of the departmentAER 228 (0-3-1)Commercial Operations Lab IThis course provides a student with the practical fight experience in a singleengine aircraft toward the FAA cross-country requirement to obtain a CommercialPilot Certificate. This course alone will not complete all requirementsfor the commercial certificate. Students will gain flight experience in day andnight cross-country both dual and solo. Students will be introduced to the crewresource management concept, function and practical use of standard operatingprocedures, minimum equipment lists and commercial flight operations (Part135 and Part 121) scenarios.PR: AER 140 and AER 141 or equivalent, Private Pilotwith an Instrument Rating,FAA Second Class Medical Certificate (required), FAA First Class MedicalCertificate (recommended), proof of US citizenship or completion of the USOffice of Homeland Security, Terminal Security Administration backgroundcheck requirements.CR: AER 200 or equivalentLab Fee : $6,70090