Aviation Programs
Aerospace Engineering
Note: This program is off-site.
| Course Title: | Aerospace Engineering |
|---|---|
| Course Instructor: | Mr. Edwards |
| Number of Credits: | 1 per semester |
| Semesters Offered: | 2 semesters |
| Prerequisite: | None |
| Eligible Grade Levels: | 11th & 12th |
| Dual Credit: | Vincennes University – 7 Credits |
Course Description:
Aerospace Engineering provides students with experiences in designing, developing and evaluating aircraft, space vehicles and their operating systems. The course emphasizes investigation and research on Right characteristics and analysis of aerodynamic design. Classroom instruction provides opportunities for creative thinking and problem-solving activities to design, test and evaluate a variety of air and space vehicles, their systems and launching, guidance and control procedures.
- Emphasis is placed on applying mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles
- Design, develop, and evaluate aircraft, space vehicles and their operating systems
- Creative thinking and problem-solving are used to design, test, and evaluate a variety of air and space vehicles
- Investigate characteristics of flight and aerodynamics
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Amount | College |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATF 190 | Aircraft Propulsion & System | 4 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AMNT 103 | Aircraft Science | 3 Credits | Vincennes University |
Aviation Flight
| Course Title: | Aviation Flight |
|---|---|
| Course Instructor: | Mr. Edwards |
| Number of Credits: | 2 per semester |
| Semesters Offered: | 2 semesters |
| Prerequisite: | None |
| Eligible Grade Levels: | 11th & 12th |
| Dual Credit: | Vincennes University – 9 Credits |
- Learn skills to pass the Federal Aviation Agency written flight examination
- Topics include theory of aerodynamics, aircraft performance specifications, weight and balance, Airman’s Information Manual, ground and flight maneuvers required for primary flight, complete study of piston type aircraft engines, accessories and propellers
- Semester II teaches navigation, meteorology, radio, communications, and Federal Air Regulations
- Aviation Flight Technology is provided by Vincennes University at the Career Center
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Amount | College |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFLT 100 | Primary Ground School | 5 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AFLT 110 | Ground Instruction on Flight Maneuvers | 2 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AFLT 160 | Power Plant Lecture | 2 Credits | Vincennes University |
Aviation Maintenance Technology
| Course Title: | Aviation Maintenance |
|---|---|
| Course Instructor: | Mr. Gehrich (Vincennes University) Mr. Feller (Vincennes University) |
| Number of Credits: | 3 per semester |
| Semesters Offered: | 2 semesters |
| Prerequisite: | None |
| Eligible Grade Levels: | 12th |
| Dual Credit: | Vincennes University – 16 Credits |
- Study the inside of an airplane engine, how it works, and how to fix it
- Semester 1: aircraft servicing and operations and general electricity
- Semester II: publications, instrumentation, fire protection, cabin atmosphere, fuel systems and welding
- Excellent attendance is essential and required by the F.A.A. ; (Missed instructional time must be made up)
- Basic hand tools and materials (approximately $500.00) required; tool list provided by instructor
- Instruction by Vincennes University at the Aviation Technology Center at Indianapolis International Airport
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Amount | College |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMNT 102 | General Aviation Maintenance | 4 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AMNT 106 | Materials, Process, and Welding | 4 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AMNT 164 | Aircraft Systems | 4 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AMNT 166 | Composite/Nonmetallic | 4 Credits | Vincennes University |
Aviation Management
| Course Title: | Aviation Management |
|---|---|
| Course Instructor: | Mr. Edwards |
| Number of Credits: | 2 per semester |
| Semesters Offered: | 2 semesters |
| Prerequisite: | None |
| Eligible Grade Levels: | 11th & 12th |
| Dual Credit: | Vincennes University – 5 Credits |
- Overview of the aviation industry and associated careers, aviation safety practices, aviation regulations and the regulatory process, federal regulatory systems and associated publications
- Study information needed to operate as a private pilot
- Provides initial education required for a career and degree in Airport Management, Airline Management and Air Traffic Control
- Aviation Management from Vincennes University at the Career Center
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Amount | College |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMNT 100 | Intro to Aviation | 2 Credits | Vincennes University |
| AFLT 258 | Air Transportation | 3 Credits | Vincennes University |
