Aviation Science Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Instructor
Joe Gandy (Curriculum Vitae)Phone
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Course
AERM-1315-001 Aviation Science
Prerequisites
Course Description
Fundamentals of mathematics, physics and drawings as they apply to aircraft principles and operations as required by the Federal Aviation Administration for airframe and powerplant mechanics.
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Department Expectations
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)
Class Type
On Campus Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
\ Student References- Texts, reference books, or any other references the student will be expected to use
\\ 1. A&P TECHNICIAN GENERAL TEXTBOOK ISBN #0-88487-203-3
\\ 2. A&P TECHNICIAN GENERAL FAA TEST GUIDE ISBN #0-88487-204-1
\\ 3. ACFT INSP, REP AND ALT EA-AC 43.13-1B/2A ISBN #1-56027-488-3
\\ 4. DICT OF AERO TERMS 3rd Ed ASA-DAT-3 ISBN #1-56027-287-2
\\ 5. AVIATION MECH HNDBK 5th Ed. ASA-MHB-4 ISBN #1-56027-132-9
\\ 6. FAR AMT 2012 ASA-2012-FAR-AMT ISBN #1-56027-480-8
Supplies
\ Calculator capable of performing algebra and trigonometry functions, 12” ruler, Protractor, and
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Student Performance
\ B.7 Use aircraft drawings, symbols, and system schematics.
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\\ B.8 Draw sketches of repairs and alterations.
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\\ B.9 Use blueprint information.
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\\ B.10 Use graphs and charts.
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\\ H. 24 Extract roots and raise numbers to a given power.
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\\ H. 25 Determine areas and volumes of various geometrical shapes.
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\\ H. 26 Solve ratio, proportion, and percentage problems.
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\\ H. 27 Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers.
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\\ J. 30 Use and understand the principles of simple machines; sound, fluid, and heat dynamics; basic aerodynamics; aircraft structures; and theory of flight.
Students Rights and Responsibilities
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Expected Student Behavior
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\\ 1) No electronic devices, i.e. I-Phone, I-Pad, I-Pod, Blackberry, Droid, MP3, etc., (Laptop with instructor permission only) allowed during class time, break time only. Any violations will result in direct point deductions from students overall grade average. 1st time 1pt, 2nd time 5pts, 3rd time 10pts, 4th time 20 pts.
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\\ 2) No Sleeping or the appearance of sleeping during class. Any violations will result in direct point deductions from students overall grade average.
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\\ 3) No shorts, sandals, or sleeveless shirts allowed in shop area. Shoes must fully cover feet. No worn or shredded clothing allowed due to machines and metal shavings. You will not be allowed to work in shop with any of the above violations.
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\\ 4) No food or drink allowed in shop area.
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\\ 5) No tobacco products allowed in shop area.
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\\ 6) No alcohol or drugs.
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\\ 7) Absolutely No Horseplay!!! Due to the nature of work and in practice of professional work ethic, horseplay will not be tolerated in any form.
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\\ 8) No Profanity!
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\\ 9) Safety glasses will be worn at all times in a work area.
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\\ 10) Face shields will be worn when operating machinery. (i.e. drill presses, grinders, cut-off tools)
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\\ 11) Know where the closest fire extinguisher is located to your work area. Know where the closest exit is to your work area. Know where MSDS material is located. Know where eye wash is located. Know where first aid kit is located.
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\\ 10) Inform instructor of any accidents no matter how small.
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\\ 11) Do not leave class without informing instructor.
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\\ 12) Watch out for others. They may be unaware of a potential hazard.
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\\ NOTE: Any violations may warrant significant grade reduction. Severity of violation may warrant expulsion from class or complete expulsion from course. Safety is taken seriously at Amarillo College.
Grading Criteria
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\\ A. Grade points are assigned according to the performance of a student in each course as dictated by industry as follows:
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\\ A - Excellent performance (100 - 90) = 4.00 grade points
\\ B - Above job entry level (89 - 80) = 3.00 grade points
\\ C - Minimum requirement (79 - 70) = 2.00 grade points
\\ F - Below job entry level (69 - 0) = 0 grade points
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\\ Grade Calculation:
\\ Lab/Project + Test Grades = Final Grade.
\\ Lab/Project grades are averaged for Lab/Project total. i.e. (78 / 85 / 93 / 86 / 92 = 86.8 or roundup to 87. .5 and above round up, .4 and below round down.
\\ Test grades are averaged together then final grade is averaged back again to that total for Final Test Average. i.e. ( Test1 73 / Test2 85 / Test3 70 / Final 92 = 80 + Final 92 = 86 or 86.
\\ Lab/Project 87 + Test 86 = 86.5 or Final Grade of 87 or B
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\\ Note 1: Quizzes may be given at the instructors discretion. They will count as 1/3 of the grade average as Lab/Project and Test grades are the other 2/3.
\\ Note 2: Any papers/projects received after grading has occurred will be considered late and the maximum grade of 70 will be assigned.
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\\ B. Other performance indicators may be assigned in place of grades as follows:
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\\ CR- Credit for Transfer, Advance Standing, Testing Out. Testing out must meet the requirement of Federal Aviation Regulation; Part 147.
\\ I - Incomplete
\\ W - Withdrew from Course/Program
\\ Au - No Grade Points or Grade Computed
\\ S - Satisfactory (Continuing Education)
\\ U - Unsatisfactory (Continuing Education)
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\\ NOTE: A grade of AS@ (Satisfactory) can be given on shop projects at Instructor=s discretion. Final grade determination for course will have a numerical grade given for shop projects.
Attendance
\ Attendance and Time Policies
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\\ Punctual and regular attendance is a requirement in all classroom, laboratory and shop sessions. Excused absences are: sickness or injury, with a doctor's statement. All other absences are unexcused.
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\\ When a student's lack of attendance results in failure to satisfactorily complete course objectives, the student will be warned in writing that he/she may fail the course unless arrangements are made with the instructor. Time will be made up at the discretion of the instructor based upon their instructional work load. Make up time and material must occur before the final exam. When unexcused absences exceed ten percent of a course, students will receive the grade of "F".
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\\ Final tests will not be taken until all time (including the time missed during the final test) for the course is made up.
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\\ 1. EXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or quiz will be made up without penalty. Make-up exam or quiz will be taken at the CONVENIENCE of the instructor.
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\\ 2. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES during a regular exam or final exam will result in a maximum possible test grade of 70 percent, when the test is taken.
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\\ TARDINESS
\\ Time missed by any student arriving in class after attendance is taken will be made up before he/she can take the final test.
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\\ REPEATED TARDINESS
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\\ 1. A written warning against further tardiness from the instructor.
\\ 2. Being placed on probation for the course.
\\ 3. Being issued a grade of "F" for the course.
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\\ The instructor may choose to begin class/lecture by securing the classroom door to prevent interruptions by late arriving students. It is in the student's best interest to be in class early.
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\\ If a student arrives late and is "locked out", he/she may rejoin the class at the next scheduled break time. Attendance begins when the student rejoins the class.
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\ Day 1 \\ H.26 \\ 5.33 Hour \\ \\ \\ Day 2 \\ H.26 \\ 2.67 Hours \\ \\ \\ H.25 \\ 2.66 Hours \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ Day 3 \\ H.25 \\ 5.33 Hours \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ Day 4 \\ H.24 \\ 5.33 Hours \\ \\ Day 5 \\ H.24 \\ 2.67 Hours \\ H.27 \\ 2.66 Hours \ | \
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\ H.26 Project Number1 \\ \\ Description: Ratios and proportions. \\ Given: Information and examples contained in the project material concerning ratios and proportions. \\ Performance: Correctly solve ratio and proportion problems. \\ Standard: Complete seventy percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 4 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 2 hours \\
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\ H.26 Project Number2 \\ \\ Description: Percentage problems and equations. \\ Given: Information and examples contained in the project material concerning ratios and proportions. \\ Performance: Correctly solve percentage problems. \\ Standard: Complete seventy percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 4 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 2 hours \\ \\ H.25 Project Number3 \\ \\ Description: Determine areas and volumes of various geometrical shapes. \\ Given: Formulas and information concerning rectangles, squares, triangles, trapezoids, circles, cylinders, cones, and cubes. \\ Performance: Correctly solve area and volume calculations. \\ Standard: Select and use the proper formula to solve area and volume calculations with a minimum correction rate of 70 percent. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 8 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 6 hours \\ \\ H.24 Project Number4 \\ \\ Description: Extract roots and raise numbers to a given power. \\ Given: Materials concerning powers and roots. \\ Performance: Correctly solve root and power calculations. \\ Standard: Complete seventy percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 8 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 6 hours \\ \\
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\ H.27 Project Number5 \\ \\ Description: Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers. \\ Given: Materials, equations and problems to solve math and algebraic computations. \\ Performance: Correctly solve mathematical and algebraic problems. \\ Standard: Complete seventy percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 10 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 8 hours \ | \
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\ H.27 Project Number5 \\ \\ Description: Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers. \\ Given: Materials, equations and problems to solve math and algebraic computations. \\ Performance: Correctly solve mathematical and algebraic problems. \\ Standard: Complete seventy percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 10 hours Lecture 2 hours Project 8 hours \\ \\ J.30 Project Number 6 \\ \\ Description: Use and understand the principles of simple machines; sound, fluid, and heat dynamics; basic aerodynamics; aircraft structures; and theory of flight. \\ Given: Materials, equations and problems involving the principles of physics. \\ Performance: Correctly identify simple machines, heat transfer as it applies to aircraft materials and the physics of lift. \\ Standard: Complete 70 percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 10 hours Lecture 4 hours Project 6 hours \\ B.7 Project Number7 \\ \\ Description: Use aircraft drawings, symbols, and system schematics. \\ Given: Aircraft drawings and schematics. \\ Performance: Correctly identify different types of blueprint lines, determine dimensions and tolerances, and read/interpret an electrical schematic. \\ Standard: Complete a minimum of 70 percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Line identification handout, dimensioning/tolerancing handout, pen, pencil, and paper. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 10 hours Lecture 4 hours Project 6 hours \ | \
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\ B.7 Project Number7 \\ \\ Description: Use aircraft drawings, symbols, and system schematics. \\ Given: Aircraft drawings and schematics. \\ Performance: Correctly identify different types of blueprint lines, determine dimensions and tolerances, and read/interpret an electrical schematic. \\ Standard: Complete a minimum of 70 percent of all problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Line identification handout, dimensioning/tolerancing handout, pen, pencil, and paper. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Calculator. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 10 hours Lecture 4 hours Project 6 hours \\ \\ \\
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\ B.8 Project Number8 \\ \\ Description: Draw sketches of repairs and alterations. \\ Given: Three dimensional objects. \\ Performance: Sketch three-view drawings and visualize the relationship between the physical object and an orthographic projection of the same object. \\ Standard: Complete a minimum of 70 percent of sketches accurately. \\ Materials Required: Three dimensional objects, paper, pencil, and pen. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: Drawing board and drafting tools. \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 3 hours Lecture 1 hour Project 2 hours \\ \\ B.8 Project Number9 \\ \\ Description: Draw sketches of repairs and alterations. \\ Given: Aircraft drawings and sketches. \\ Performance: Correctly draw isometric and orthographic projections. \\ Standard: Complete a minimum of 70 percent of problems correctly. \\ Materials Required: Symbol references, pen, and pencil. \\ Equipment and Special Tools: N/A \\ Procedure: Follow project steps to completion. \\ Instruction Time: 3 hours Lecture 1 hour Project 2 hours \\ \\
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\ B.8 Project Number10 \\ \\ Description: Draw sketches of repairs and alterations. \\ Given: Sheet metal repairs and a helicopter oil tank installation. \\ Performance: Correctly produce drawings of items making proper use of dimensioning concepts, lines, sections, and views to accurately depict the repairs and oil tank installa Additional InformationNo additional information available Syllabus Created on:N/A Last Edited on:N/A |