Aviation Science Syllabus for 2025-2026
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AI Statement

Collusion is defined as “the unauthorized collaboration with another person or by any other means, including artificial intelligence (AI) and computer translators, in preparing work for fulfillment of course requirements.” Using AI like (ChatGPT or Google Gemini) to create a document is considered colluding. The use of Generative Artificial Intelligence on specific assignments is at the discretion of the instructor.

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Reporting

Amarillo College prohibits discrimination and harassment based on sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, under Title IX and Texas Education Code §51.253–255. Faculty and staff are mandatory reporters and must share any related concerns with the Title IX Coordinator at titleix@actx.edu. Reports and additional information are available at https://www.actx.edu/hr/title-ixtitle-ix. Confidential counseling and advocacy services are available through the Counseling Center and Advocacy & Resource Center.

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Disability Statement

If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Enrollment Center, Suite 700. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.

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As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc

Amarillo College Tutoring for Success Policy:

Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.

Administrative Drop Policy

Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

Student Withdrawal Procedures

Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.

NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.

Privacy Statement

The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students.  If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .

Course

AERM-1315-DC001 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.

Student Resources Student Resources Website

Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Dual Credit Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

No textbooks available

Supplies

No supplies available

Student Performance

No performance information available

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Class Policy: 

1)   No electronic devices, i.e. I-Phone, I-Pad, I-Pod, Blackberry, Droid, MP3, including "ear buds" or other similar audible products, etc., (with instructor permission only) allowed during class and shop time. All violations shall be annotated in the student attendance record. This will be counted as an unexcused absence at a minimum of one hour per occurrence.

2)  Sleeping (or the appearance of sleeping) will not be tolerated, (this will exclude break times). This will be counted as an unexcused absence at a minimum of one hour per occurrence.

3)  No workout/sweat pants, 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. Shorts can be worn providing the are not "cutoffs", must be solid color and length must be at or just above knee

4)   No food or drink allowed in shop area.

5)   No tobacco products allowed in shop area.

6)   No alcohol or drugs on school property.

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. 

8)   No Profanity!

9)   Safety glasses will be worn at all times in a work area.

10)  Face shields will be worn when operating machinery. (i.e. drill presses, grinders, cut-off tools)

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.

12)   Inform instructor of any accidents no matter how small that incur on college property.

13)   Do not leave class without informing instructor.

14)   Watch out for others. They may be unaware of a potential hazard.

15)   School uniforms are mandatory. (Student are considered absent without the proper uniform or dress attire). Unless otherwise directed school uniform shirts must be tucked in.

16)   No hoodies or beanies are to be worn (on the head) in the classroom. Hats can be worn as long as they have the approved Amarillo College logo / trademark.

17) Long hair must be tied back or pulled up when operating any "rotary" type tooling. examples (not limited to) Grinders, routers, drill motors screw guns/drill motors, drill press, di grinders etc..

18)   Required Tools (see ‘Additional Information’) - Student are considered absent without the tools specified in the required tools list.

19)   Participation in daily shop / classroom clean-up. Non-participation will result in project grade deduction.

20)     Students whose behavior results in classroom disruption, will be removed from the classroom. (Missed time will be considered unexcused)

NOTE:  Any violations may warrant significant grade reduction for individual, group or the entire class. Severity of violation may warrant expulsion from class or complete expulsion from course. Safety is taken seriously at Amarillo College.

Grading Criteria

Weighted Grade  

Grading Criteria and Procedures

Grade points  (assigned according to the performance of a student in each course as dictated by industry)

A     -     Excellent performance (100 - 90 ) = 4.00 grade points

B     -     Above job entry level ( 89 - 80 ) = 3.00 grade point

C     -     Minimum requirement ( 79 - 70 ) = 2.00 grade points

F     -     Below job entry level ( 69 - 0 ) = 0 grade points

Weighted Grade

All Aviation maintenance Technology courses must be completed with a grade of 70% or better for Amarillo College Power Plant Certificate of Completion on all quizzes, labs, and exams.

1. Theory Average (average of all exams)- - -                          1/3 of final grade

Note: Student must receive an overall (test / exam average) grade of 70%, if a 70% is not achieved the student will be issued an Incomplete grade for the class. The student will have to retake tests / exams at discretion of the instructor to achieve a passing score of 70%. Maximum score of the test / exams will be 70%. Only one retake will be given.

2. Shop Average (average of all projects) - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  1/3 of final grade

Note: Student must receive an overall (Shop Average) grade of 70%, if a 70% is not achieved the student will be issued an Incomplete grade for the class. The student will be given projects at discretion of the instructor to achieve a passing score of 70%. Maximum score of the projects will be 70%.

3.  Quiz Average (average of quizzes)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  1/3 of final grade

Note: Student must receive an overall (Quiz Average) grade of 70%, if a 70% is not achieved the student will be issued an Incomplete grade for the class. The student will have to retake Quiz at discretion of the instructor to achieve a passing score of 70%. Maximum score of the Quiz will be 70%. Only one retake will be given.     

Note: In addition to course "Weighted Grade" the Final Exam must have a minimum passing grade of  70%. Final Exam will be a stand-alone grade which will not be calculated in Weighted Grade average.

Grade Calculation Procedure for each course section:

1. Add Quizzes then divide by the total number of quizzes to calculate Quiz Average.

2. Add all Exams, Regular Exams to calculate Exam Average.

3. Add Exam Average Grade then divide by two to obtain Theory Average.

4. Add all Project grades then divide by the total number of projects to calculate Shop Grade average. S

5. Add Theory Average, Shop Grade Average and Quiz Average then divide by three to calculate the Course Average.

Other Performance Indicators

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)

Testing and grading Procedures

1. Each exam may be retaken only once (including regular and final exams). It will be the instructor’s discretion if a retake for any failed open book exam will be given. Retake exams only - Open book will not be allowed for the retake.  

Notes: During exam retake the exam may be different than the original i.e questions, formatting, etc... Instructor will provide in Blackboard any additional grading criteria for the retake exam(s). All quizzes and tests including the Final Exam may include questions from the FAA written exam, course (classroom) discussion, videos, ATA codes, FAR's, Acronyms, textbook reading and shop /lab projects.

2. The maximum recorded grade on any exam retake will be 70%. Providing the retake had a passing score.

3. At the discretion of the instructor; there will be no retake of missed or failed daily quizzes.

4. All tests and projects should be completed or made up in the course in which they occur, any late items / documents during the course will receive a maximum score of 70%.

5. Retake of failed final exam must be done within time and dates outlined in the AMT Repair Station Manual and written contract with Amarillo College for Incomplete grade on a case by case basis.

6. All Tests or Exams including Final Exam must be taken with black or blue ink.

7. Incomplete exam answer sheet header information will result in a 1 test point deduction for each item. Name, Date and Exam title including AC course number. Point deduction is based on test grade point criteria.

8. Any papers i.e. projects, quizzes, handouts, etc. turned in for grading without student’s full name or where applicable incorrect date and date format will result in point deduction(s) Unless otherwise stated date format is 8 digit, i.e. 08/25/2025. Also, any papers or items turned in for grading without student’s name will automatically receive a zero for that paper / document. Point deduction is based on test or quiz grade point criteria.

9. Quizzes / open book exams may be given at the instructor's discretion.  Student must be present to take daily quizzes / open book exams unless previous arrangements have been made with the instructor. Previous arrangements include contacting instructor NLT (no later than) 0729 on day of class. Note: This will only be offered one time during the course with maximum score of 70% for the daily quiz only. All other occurrences will receive a maximum score of 50%.

10. Any graded papers (projects, tests, handouts, etc.) received after grading has occurred will be considered late and the maximum grade of 70 will be assessed or assigned. Papers not turned in for grading (during the course) will receive a zero for the project.

Grading: is when the project, test, etc. grade is entered into student’s college transcript. The instructor has full discretion for assignment due dates and times. Any item marked "quiz" not turned in for grading will receive a zero for that quiz.

11.  A grade of "S" (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.

12. Project grade deduction may be given if a student knowingly breaks a shop item(s), or if shop projects are not worked in accordance with supporting instructions or documentation. Unless otherwise stated grade deduction will be 10 points per infraction, percentage points may be used for certain grading criteria.

13. Depending on course project the project grade deduction can be given individually, by group/team or full class. Student(s) will be notified on the project deduction criteria. Unless otherwise stated project grade deduction will be 10 points per infraction, percentage points may be used for certain grading criteria.

14.  Amarillo College uses Blackboard grading/course management system, it is imperative to check the Blackboard course frequently for course information or announcements. The instructor may choose to affix quizzes or other documents in Blackboard that could have an associated grade for such documents. Any documents in Blackboard that will be graded will have instructions stating the grading criteria.

Attendance

Attendance and Time Policies 

1. Amarillo College AMT program must follow the guidelines per the FAA requirements for AMT schools

2. Students are required to attend class regularly. Attendance will be taken at each class/or shop period, including after break periods. Students are expected to be prepared and ready to work at that time.

3. If a student misses 10%  of the total class time, a letter grade will be deducted (Unexcused only).

4. Students must attend 75%  of scheduled class time or they will be asked to drop from the class or fail. (This includes excused/unexcused absence. To be evaluated by the Program coordinator/Instructor).

5. Students arriving late, or leaving early will only receive 50% of one of the following daily quiz or test and no quiz or test retake will be given. On days where neither quiz or test was given the 50% deduction will be given on lab / shop project.  (Unexcused absence only). This includes any violation of syllabus contents that will reference "unexcused" absence.

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 or at the discretion of the Accountable Manager.  All other absences and tardy are unexcused. Any "No Call, No Show" for class will be considered unexcused and the daily quiz or test will not be given. Note; Class instruction will still be given which could have a quiz or test grading component that the student may not have received the information due to being absent or tardy.

In the event of unscheduled school dismissal / shutdown the course times and or days might have to be adjusted to make sure time is allotted for classroom training, lab /shop projects or testing. Please note: This is will be done on a case by case basis with the approval of the Program Coordinator.

Students will be counseled in writing by the Instructor of Record for lack of attendance using form AMTS-130. If an instructor decides that the student is not keeping up with the class due to absences, the Instructor of Record may recommend to the Program Coordinator, in writing, that the student withdraw from the course.

Upon accumulation of 3 unexcused absences / tardy, or approaching 25% of time missed, which indicates that the student has jeopardized their progress and will advise the student to withdraw from the course. It will be the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from the course. Failure to take the proper actions will result in the student receiving an “I”, incomplete, or a grade of “F”, Failure, for the course. A copy of this notice will be placed in the student’s file.

Procedure: The Instructor of Record may email the Program Coordinator with notice that the student has jeopardized their progress and has been advised to withdraw from the course.

Students withdrawing from a course must go through a formal procedure. Specific dates and procedures are outlined in the college catalog. Also, no withdrawal is official unless it is processed by the Registrar’s Office. Until that time, the student will remain on the class roll, and may receive a final grade of “F”.

1.  EXCUSED ABSENCES During the day of a regular exam (including Final Exam) or quiz will be made up without penalty.  Make up exam or quiz will be taken / given at the CONVENIENCE of the instructor.

2.  UNEXCUSED ABSENCES / TARDY during day of a regular exam along with daily quiz will result in a maximum possible test grade of 50 percent. Retake of quiz or exam will not be allowed. The instructor may choose to give additional credit (maximum 70%) on a case by case basis providing student contacted the instructor NLT 0729 on day of class. If this is offered by the instructor this will be offered one time during the class for the daily quiz only and will not be granted for the first day of the course for (quiz #1).

Notes: Unexcused absence or tardy - Students who miss time on the first day of the course will receive a maximum score of 50% on Quiz #1. Students who are a "no call" or "no show" on the first day of the course will automatically receive a ZERO on Quiz #1

Absence policy and grading criteria will still be followed for "special" quizzes such as Flash-back Friday.

It is the student’s responsibility to take the applicable missed quiz or test due to absences.

During day of final exam any unexcused tardy will result in being issued an "incomplete" contract and final exam will be given at the instructor’s discretion as per the written contract.

3. Daily classroom / shop break times will be given at the instructor’s discretion. Without prior arrangements students returning late after break time ends will be considered absent (unexcused absence policy will be enforced). Note: The instructor will release the class for break the instructor will also determine where to meet after break, such as classroom, shop, hangar, etc.

4. Unless prior arrangements have been made; restroom break time should be limited to the minimal amount of time, excessive use or time away from class / shop could result in the (unexcused absence policy) time.

Tardiness 

 A student's tardiness of 3 or more (unexcused) tardy, may result in:

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.

Note: Unexcused tardy will still be counted even if you contacted the instructor prior to class start time. Excused tardy will be handled on a case by case basis.

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.

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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Additional Information

East Campus Code of Professional Conduct

Amarillo College has the responsibility to provide you with the education, training and “hands on” practice to become a professional in your chosen field.  The instruction, equipment, facilities and apparatus are provided for your use.  Studying, practicing and learning are required by you.

As a participating student in Amarillo College Technical Programs, you will be expected to act, perform and train in a professional manner.  The following rules and guidelines are to be followed by everyone.

Attendance:
Unless it is an emergency, it is highly recommended that you do not miss class. Recovery of missed information will be the responsibility of the student. Class begins at the scheduled time. If you are not in your seat in class or at the designated location during laboratory exercises, you will be counted as tardy. The student will be required to show an acceptable understanding of the topic(s) covered during their absence. Check syllabus for your instructor’s policy regarding attendance.

Professional Attire: Every student will be required to wear an approved AC logo shirt to both class and lab. Shirts must be ordered through your advisor during the registration period. It is recommended that each student purchase one shirt for every class in which they are registered.  
Pants will be:
• clean and well maintained  • no large rips or tears  • held at the waist (i.e no sagging)  • blue jeans or long pants  (no sweats/exercise pants)  • have no hanging chains/loose strings (safety issue)

You are expected to reflect the dignity, pride and respectfulness of an industry professional.  As a representative of Amarillo College’s Technical Education Program you shall wear your AC logo shirt while in the classroom and on the training field or in the laboratory.

There will be no caps, hats, bandanas, beanies, or hoods allowed to be worn in the classroom. Lab attire will be determined by your instructor. Please check your syllabus.

Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when indicated by the instructor in charge during any training, field, or laboratory exercises. 

It is your responsibility to keep your equipment clean and in good shape.
Required professional attire is mandatory for class and laboratory participation.

 Tools / Equipment / Books / Supplies / PPE:
You must show up to class with the required list of tools/equipment/books/supplies/PPE listed on your syllabus in order to be allowed to participate and earn credit for the day.

Conduct: Due to the importance of maintaining a safe atmosphere in the training field/laboratory environment as well as in the classroom, any disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.  All students are expected to be respectful, courteous, attentive and quiet in order to support the learning environment.

There shall be no smoking except in designated areas and during designated breaks.
Students shall refrain from the use of abusive or slanderous language. 

There is to be no horseplay, fighting, harassment or misconduct by anyone.

Any student who uses, has in their possession, or is under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on campus or at the training field will immediately be turned over to the campus police for appropriate action.  This will be a ZERO tolerance policy with immediate steps taken toward withdrawal from Amarillo College.

Anyone who is caught cheating on an exam or quiz will immediately be excused from class and not allowed to return.  This is an Amarillo College rule and will be strictly enforced.  This applies to plagiarism as well.
 
Electronic Devices: All electronic devices which produce audible sounds must be silenced during class and on the laboratory/training field.

 All visual slides and materials are the property of the instructor and may be copyright protected, hence no photocopy is allowed.
See the syllabus for your instructor’s policy on this matter.
 
Grievances:
Any student who feels that there is a conflict with a course instructor should first make every effort to resolve that matter with the instructor.  If you are unable to resolve differences then you should seek resolution from the immediate supervisor of the instructor or the course coordinator.
 
NOTE:     Compliance with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct is mandatory for class participation.    
      

Syllabus Contract is required by all students, the contract signifies that you have read and understood all items within the course syllabus. The course instructor will provide the syllabus contract for you to complete.