Courses

A survey of the U.S. aviation industry, including the history of aviation, attributes of an aviation professional, career planning, certification, airports, airspace, air traffic control, and navigational aids. (3 units; Fall)

An in-depth study of aviation weather, including temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind and moisture, stability, turbulence, clouds, air masses, fronts, thunderstorms, and icing. A study of weather charts, weather reports, and forecasts. (3 units; Spring)

An in-depth study of airframes and aircraft systems, aircraft instruments, safety, aerodynamics, stability, physiology, weather, airports, airspace, emergency operations, ground reference maneuvers, charts and publications, and the principles of pilotage, dead-reckoning, as well as radio and electronic methods of navigation as applied to cross-country flight planning to prepare the student for the FAA private pilot knowledge test. Additional lab fee. (5 units; Fall/Spring)

First of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Private Pilot certificate. This course culminates in the airplane solo. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. (2 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

Second of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Private Pilot certificate. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 117. (2 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

An in-depth study of aircraft instruments, preflight and aircraft systems, navigation, holding, approaches, emergencies, and weather reports and forecasts. Prepares student for the FAA instrument rating knowledge test. Additional exam fee. Prerequisites: FLT 116 and 117. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

First of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Instrument Pilot rating. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 118. (2 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

First of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Instrument Pilot rating. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Pre- or Co- Requisite: FLT 214. (2 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

An in-depth study of the modern avionics and navigation aids available to pilots, including NEXTGEN, ADS-B, and Garmin 500, 600, and G1000 units, and Aspen Evolution PFD1000. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

An in-depth study of various U.S. federal aviation regulations and legislation affecting the aviation industry, including 14 CFR Parts 1, 25, 61, 67, 91, 121, 139, 175, and NTSB Part 830. An examination of the international aviation environment, such as standards and recommended practices promulgated by the International Civil Aviation Organization. (3 units; Spring)

An introduction to the safety regulations, requirements, and environment in the U.S., including an in-depth examination of Safety Management Systems (SMS). (3 units; Spring)

A review of the psychological human factors that affect aviation, including individual and organizational factors, and technology-induced errors. Includes common human errors and detection and recovery skills. The chain of events leading up to an aircraft accident are examined in light of specific aircraft accidents. (3 units; Spring)

An in-depth study of aircraft systems, including engine, fuel, electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, flight control, and computer systems and displays. (3 units; Fall)

This course studies the physical principles of airplane aerodynamics. Course involves examining the factors affecting aircraft performance, stability and control, and special flight conditions often experienced by commercial pilots of fixed-wing aircraft. Emphasized is stall/spin awareness and recovery, and commercial aircraft design and construction issues. This course will deal primarily with low speed aerodynamics or incompressible flow; includes a section on high-speed aerodynamics toward the end of the course. (3 units; Fall)

An in-depth study of turbine systems and turbine aircraft performance. (3 units; Spring)

An in-depth study of the complex multi-crew environment, including methods to enhance efficiency via a focus on interpersonal communication, leadership, and decision making. Designed to minimize accidents associated with human error. (3 units; Fall)

This course will survey the theory of airplane performance and flight characteristics. The course will provide in class instruction and practical laboratory work in both a simulator and aircraft to quantitatively document aircraft performance, and stability and control. Flight test data reduction and reporting techniques will conclude the learning objectives as students will report on the results of their tests and evaluations of the aircraft. Additional course fee. Prerequisites: EGR 446 or FLT 350, and Senior status. (3 units; Spring)

An in-depth study of aerodynamics, instruments, engines and systems of multi-engine aircraft. Prerequisites: FLT 311 and 312. (3 units; Spring)

An in-depth study of aerodynamics, instruments, engines and systems, airports, air traffic control, and airspace, FARs, performance and weight and balance, aeromedical factors, aviation weather, navigation and flight operations. Prepares students for the FAA Commercial Pilot knowledge test. Additional exam fee. Prerequisites: FLT 119 and 214. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

First of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Instrument Pilot rating. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 216. (4 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

Second of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Commercial Pilot certificate. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 312. (3 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

Flight training course that leads to Airplane Multi Engine Land Commercial Pilot certificate. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: FLT 313 and permission of the Department Chair. (1 unit; Fall/Spring/Summer)

Introduces the airline industry, including the history and unique aspects of the industry. Provides an in-depth study of the structure of airlines, including route planning, fleet selection, maintenance requirements, passenger services, marketing, and pricing. Additional course fee. (3 units; Spring, odd years)

Introduces the students to the policies, procedures, work practices, operating practices, and expectations for pilots in the airline industry. (3 units; Fall)

An in-depth study of business aviation, including transportation needs analysis, aircraft acquisition methods, aviation department management, operations, maintenance, and safety. Additional course fee (TRAD only). (3 units; Fall, even years)

Introduces the airline industry, including the history and unique aspects of the industry. Provides an in-depth study of the structure of airlines, including route planning, fleet selection, maintenance requirements, passenger services, marketing, and pricing. Additional course fee. (3 units; Spring, odd years)

This course studies the many aspect of leadership in aviation. Various theories of leadership will be studied through study at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels. Multiple examples will be studied along with studying timeless principles of leadership. Past as well as current leaders will be studied to assess their success and failures. The student will be challenged to develop their personal aspects of leadership to prepare them to be leaders in aviation. Prerequisite: AVN 110. (3 units; Fall)

This course provides students the opportunity to perform an internship in the profession of aviation. May be repeated for a maximum of three (3) units. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair. (1-3 units; As offered)

This course provides students the opportunity to perform an internship in the profession of aviation. Prerequisites: AVN 490 and permission of Department Chair. (1-3 units; As offered)

Introduces the students to the policies, procedures, work practices, operating practices, and expectations for pilots in the airline industry. (3 units; Fall)

An in-depth study of the practical application of flight training skills, including the principles of learning and communication, instructional methods, techniques, and media. Students will prepare a training syllabus and conduct ground lessons. Prepares students for the FAA Flight/Ground Instructor knowledge test. Additional exam fee. Prerequisite: FLT 311. (3 units; Spring)

Flight instruction leading to the Certified Flight Instroctor (CFI). Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: FLT 216 and 315. (3 unit; Fall/Spring/Summer)

Flight instruction leading to the Certified Flight Instrument Instructor (CFII). Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 318. (1 unit; Fall/Spring/Summer)

This course studies the many aspect of leadership in aviation. Various theories of leadership will be studied through study at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels. Multiple examples will be studied along with studying timeless principles of leadership. Past as well as current leaders will be studied to assess their success and failures. The student will be challenged to develop their personal aspects of leadership to prepare them to be leaders in aviation. Prerequisite: AVN 110. (3 units; Fall)

The purpose of this course is to equip students with skills necessary for successful leadership in public, private, and non-governmental organizations. Emphasis is on assessment of personal growth needs and enhancement of administrative skills including communication, decision-making, motivation, leadership styles, and team building. Experimental class work will be utilized in conjunction with classic and current organizational literature so that students can appreciate the bridge linking theory and practice. Students completing this course for credit may not also earn credit for BUS 435. (3 units; As offered & Online)

This course introduces the student to the concepts of personal leadership and helps identifies the skills and strategies that the student may employ to effectively lead. (3 units; Fall & Online)

Principles and functions of management and leadership. Introduction to “Total Quality Management.” (2 units)

“Quality Air Force” initiatives, procedures, and applications. (2 units)

Ethics in modern society and the military, including the “Standards of Conduct” and the principles of modern war. (2 units)

Forces and issues that influences policy decisions and application of military force. The impact of the executive branch and Congress on military operations. (2 units)

Geopolitical influences on U.S. political decision making and the use of military force. (2 units)

Basic knowledge necessary for effective military leadership including consideration of legal issues and the military judicial system. (2 units)

This course provides an analysis of the principles of communication in the workplace. Students will learn basic communication theories, strategies, and processes as they relate to the modern organizational structure. We will be examining the nature and process of communication in modern organizations, including pragmatic implications of organizational communication theories as they relate to understanding organizations, and implementing change strategies. The course will also compare contemporary principles of leadership with the contemporary literature on communications. (3 units; Fall, even years, & Online)

This course evaluates the principles for practicing ethical judgments and behavior that confront those in leadership positions. Students will evaluate various ethical frameworks and survey the Bible to explore and develop principles and habits for Biblically-based leadership practices. The course will also compare Biblical principles of leadership with the contemporary literature on leadership and ethics. (3 units; Fall, odd years, & Online)

This course explores various biases, common heuristics, and social dynamics that often lead to faulty decisions and evaluates strategies and tactics to safe guard the decision making process so as to enhance the probability of implementing good decisions. Students will also study the creative process and models for making wise decisions that optimize personal and collective outcomes. (3 units; Spring, even years, & Online)

This course examines organizational culture and leadership. Students will define and describe the structure of culture, examine what leaders need to know about macro cultures, analyze culture and leadership through stages of growth, and assess culture and leading planned change. (3 units; Spring, odd years, & Online)

Effective groups and teams are critical in modern organizations, yet there are often dysfunctional dynamics and processes within the group. This course will provide the student with fundamental concepts relating to group dynamics, group decision making, and interpersonal conflict. Special attention will be paid to diversity in this class. Students will gain a better understanding of dynamics of group interaction in professional and social settings. Understanding the dynamics of small group interaction and having an understanding of some of the techniques for solving conflict and improving communication toward future benefits. This course will provide the platform necessary for the student to engage in accurate communication of ideas which can influence other behavior. (3 units; Fall, even years, & Online)

Cadets will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level with a focus on training management and warfighting functions. At the conclusion of this course, cadets will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom practical exercise (PE), a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). Successful completion of this course will help prepare cadets for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which they will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. Prerequisite: ROTC. (3 units; Fall)

Building on knowledge and skills learned in prior courses, cadets will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level with a focus on applied leadership in small unit operations. At the conclusion of this course, cadets will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom practical exercise, a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). Successful completion of this course will help prepare cadets for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which they will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. Prerequisite: ROTC. (3 units; Spring)

Cadets will study, practice, develop, and apply critical thinking skills pertaining to Army leadership, officer skills, Army Values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at platoon level. Cadets will be assessed on the execution of a missions during a classroom practical exercise (PE), Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). At the conclusion of this course, Cadets will be able to plan, coordinate, navigate, motivate and lead a platoon in future operational environments. Successful completion of this course will assist in preparing Cadets for their BOLC B course and is a mandatory requirement for commissioning. Prerequisite: ROTC. (3 units; Fall)

Cadets will study, practice, develop, and apply critical thinking skills pertaining to Army leadership, officer skills, Army Values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at platoon level. Cadets will be assessed on the execution of a mission during a classroom practical exercise (PE), Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX), as well as, completing a Capstone Exercise. For the Capstone Exercise, Cadets are required to complete an Oral Practicum demonstrating knowledge of the 20 Army Warfighting Challenges (AWFC) covered throughout the course. Successful completion of this course will assist in preparing Cadets for their BOLC B course and is a mandatory requirement for commissioning. Prerequisite: ROTC (3 units; Spring)

The course is designed to enable a student with no prior military or cadet experience to quickly learn the importance of studying military history, conduct critical analysis, and identify patterns that occur in a study of history from the Civil War through the present. The course introduction provides an analytical framework for applying critical thinking skills to the study of military operations within each time period and provides a common language to use during the class. Students will demonstrate learning through classroom participation, short point papers, an in-class presentation and two longer analytical papers. This course is NOT about learning names, dates, and places. Rather, this course is designed to interest students in the study of American military history from the Civil War period to the present. Critical thinking about "the whys" things happened is the focus. Reading the assignments and participating in classroom discussions will facilitate student interest in further historical research on topic of their choosing. For Army ROTC cadets, this course satisfies the Cadet Command military history requirement. (3 units; Spring)

This course examines the origin, political goals, means, and long-term strategy of terrorism. The course distinguishes between terrorist organizations with and without state support. The course also differentiates between domestic and regional/international terrorism. The course utilizes case studies of several terrorist organizations, such as Al Qaeda, to illustrate the emergence of terrorism as a significant threat. The course concludes with an examination of the military and political options available to governments interested in reducing or eliminating the threat posed by terrorism. (3 units; Spring, odd years)

This course examines the impact of culture on concepts of leadership, values, expectations, and patterns of communication to demonstrate the importance of leading with cultural sensitivity and to assist students in developing their own strategies for effectively communicating and negotiating with individuals from varied cultures. Study is also devoted to the development and current conditions of minority/majority relations through the study of sociopolitical and economic causes; consequences of prejudice and discrimination; stereotypes and realities. (3 units; Online)

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Building upon introductory psychology and business principles, special emphasis is placed on understanding people and systems within the context of work. Employee motivation, leadership development, and change management are key areas explored in this course. Attention is also given to a critical examination, from a Christian worldview, of systemic justice issues in the workplace. (3 units; Spring)

An in-depth study of aerodynamics, instruments, engines and systems, airports, air traffic control, and airspace, FARs, performance and weight and balance, aeromedical factors, aviation weather, navigation and flight operations. Prepares students for the FAA Commercial Pilot knowledge test. Additional exam fee. Prerequisites: FLT 119 and 214. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

First of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Instrument Pilot rating. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 216. (4 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

Second of two flight training courses that lead to Airplane Single Engine Land Commercial Pilot certificate. Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: FLT 312. (3 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)

An in-depth study of the practical application of flight training skills, including the principles of learning and communication, instructional methods, techniques, and media. Students will prepare a training syllabus and conduct ground lessons. Prepares students for the FAA Flight/Ground Instructor knowledge test. Additional exam fee. Prerequisite: FLT 311. (3 units; Spring)

Flight instruction leading to the Certified Flight Instroctor (CFI). Pass/Fail. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: FLT 216 and 315. (3 unit; Fall/Spring/Summer)

An in-depth study of missionary aviation including piloting in third world countries, cross cultural communication, missionary support, raising support, etc. (3 units; As offered)

An in-depth study of aerodynamics, instruments, engines and systems of multi-engine aircraft. Prerequisites: FLT 311 and 312. (3 units; Spring)

Flight training course that leads to Airplane Multi Engine Land Commercial Pilot certificate. Additional lab fee. Prerequisites: FLT 313 and permission of the Department Chair. (1 unit; Fall/Spring/Summer)

This course will provide students with insight into the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) industry through the introduction of UAS history, systems elements, regulatory system, COA (Certificate of Approval) process, operations, geospatial data, automation and autonomy, safety assessments, detect, sense and avoid, sensors and payloads, human factors, and the future of UAS. (3 units; Fall, odd years)

The course will be a blend of academics and simulator sorties on a specific unmanned aerial system command and control system for medium size UAS and beyond line of site (BLOS) operations. The academics and simulator sorties will include preflight operations, normal command and control, recovery, and emergencies including lost link, lost communications, loss of power, and loss of battery power to mention a few of the aspects. The class will include simulators that allow the student to practice what they have learned in the academics throughout the course culminating in scenario-based training of several operational missions. Additional course fee. Prerequisite: UAS 315. (3 units; Fall, even years)

The course is a blend of academics and simulator sorties on a specific unmanned aerial system command and control system for large size UAS and beyond line of site (BLOS) operations. (3 units; Spring, odd years)

This class examines the dynamics of the two-person communication process. Students will study the development of self-concept, self-disclosure, perception, listening, and feedback as they affect the communication process. Non-verbal communication, attitudes, beliefs, and values will also be explored. (3 units; Fall, Spring, & Online)

This course explores the tools and implementations of Adobe Premiere Pro through assigned projects and exercises. Techniques will be explored and explained. Best practice work-flows will be taught. The goal of this course is for the student to have a working knowledge of the Adobe Premiere Pro editing software. (3 units; As offered)

The course will be a blend of academics, simulator sorties, and flight training/sorties on a specific unmanned aerial system command and control system for medium size UAS and beyond line of site (BLOS) operations. The academics, and simulator/flight sorties will include preflight operations, normal command and control, recovery, and emergencies including lost link, lost communications, loss of power, and loss of battery power to mention a few of the aspects. The class will include simulator and flight training that allow the student to practice what they have learned in the academics throughout the course culminating in scenario-based training of several operational missions. Additional course fee. Prerequisite: UAS 325. (3 units; Summer)

Current topics in unmaned systems. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) units with change in topic. (1 unit; As offered)

Students will learn how to operate any Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) platform that uses a Piccolo autopilot system. This course will prepare the student by going over crew positions, user interface of piccolo command center and viewpoint, normal and emergency operations, and mission planning. Additional course fee. Prerequisite: UAS 315. (3 units; Fall)

This course examines the origin, political goals, means, and long-term strategy of terrorism. The course distinguishes between terrorist organizations with and without state support. The course also differentiates between domestic and regional/international terrorism. The course utilizes case studies of several terrorist organizations, such as Al Qaeda, to illustrate the emergence of terrorism as a significant threat. The course concludes with an examination of the military and political options available to governments interested in reducing or eliminating the threat posed by terrorism. (3 units; Spring, odd years)