AVIA2263 Air Traffic Control
Course Syllabus| Instructor: | Clark, Ken A |
| Office Phone: | 870.291.1227 |
| Email: | ken.clark@ozarka.edu |
| Office Hours: | Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Upon request via text |
| Times: | TUE 1:00pm-2:50pm |
| ClassRoom: | Melbourne H111 |
Course Description
A study of the overall background and function of air traffic control. PREREQUISITES: AVIA1016
Rationale
The objective of this course is for student to learn about and develop an understanding of, and appreciation for, the history of ATC, and what events led to current policies and systems used today. This will provide an important foundation for pilots to operate at all levels of our ATC system and avoid critical mistakes of the past.
Outcomes/Learning Objectives
Text/Required Materials
Fundamentals of Air Traffic ControlMethods of Instruction
This course will primarily be taught by lecture with supporting discussions. The course will use four semester exams, a final exam, an oral report, and a written paper to assess what students have learned. Individual student participation is important and will be assessed as such.
It will be assumed that students have read the assigned chapters and any supplemental readings or videos before each class meeting. That will ensure all are prepared for more rich and informative discussions each class.
Evaluation Procedures
Exams: There will be four exams in this course not including a comprehensive final. The exams may be comprised of short answer questions, essay, multiple choice, true/false, or matching type questions. The content of the exam can come from the text or any other source discussed in class.
Final Exam: The final exam will be a comprehensive exam comprised of multiple choice, true or false answers, or short essay.
Written Paper: The paper must be 2-4 pages, single spaced, 11 point, Times New Roman font, and you must have at least three references from any relevant sources. The paper must cover one of these two areas: "Persuasive argument for or against privatizing ATC" or "persuasive argument for or against general aviation user fees within the ATC system". The paper will be due on or before April 10. If you would like to write the paper about another topic consult the instructor and approval may be given on a case by case basis.
Oral Report: One (5-10 minute) oral report/discussion will be given concerning an aircraft accident or incident. A searchable database is located at the following web address: http://www.ntsb.gov/_layouts/ntsb.aviation/index.aspx
The discussion will include how ATC did help or could have helped with the outcome of the accident/incident.
Grades: A point system will be used for each assessment. The point totals for each assessment are as follows:
-Exams: 400 points (four exams at 100 points each)
-Oral Reports: 50 points
-Final Exam: 150 points
-Written Paper: 50 points
-Class participation: 50 points
700 Points Total
Grading Scale
A = 100% - 90%
B = 89% - 80%
C = 79% - 70%
D = 69% - 60%
F = 59% - 0%
Make-Up Policy
Students are responsible for keeping up with coursework and being prepared to take exams when they are scheduled. The administering of a make-up exam is at the discretion of the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Regular class attendance and punctuality are required for all classes. If a student must miss due to illness, emergency, or College business, it is the student's responsibility to find out what classwork they missed. According to the student handbook, after a student misses the equivalent of two weeks of class sessions, the instructor has the prerogative of assigning a grade "F" for the course.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity is expected of all students. Dishonesty includes claiming credit for work others completed, lying, plagiarizing, cheating on tests, and copying other students' assignments. A single incident of violating academic standards of integrity may result in an "F" for the assignment, an "F" in the course, or expulsion. A violation of academic standards will be reported to the Chief Academic Officers. The student(s) involved in the incident may appeal any action through the Grievance Procedure. Plagiarism is a very serious offense and includes copying from other students, purchasing completed assignments, copying from textbooks, claiming as one's own work the ideas of someone else, not giving credit to a source (whether the source was directly quoted, paraphrased, or summarized), or citing a source incorrectly.
Special Needs
The Vice President of Student Services serves as Ozarka College’s Coordinator of Disability Services and oversees compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. To receive services, students must request an appointment with the Vice President for Student Services and provide documentation of their disabilities prior to registration.
Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS)
The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses with Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and the equitable treatment in the application of credits for the admissions and degree requirements. Course transferability is not guaranteed for courses listed in ACTS as "No Comparable Course." Additionally, courses with a "D" frequently do not transfer and institutional policies may vary. ACTS may be accessed on the Internet by going to the ADHE website and selecting Course Transfer (http://www.adhe.edu).
Tobacco Policy
Ozarka College is a tobacco-free institution, including buildings, grounds and parking lots. The use of any tobacco products and electronic cigarettes is prohibited on all college property and in any vehicle owned or leased by the college.
Diversity Statement
Ozarka College is committed to learning for all students. One important component of student learning is diversity education; learning about others, learning with others, and learning from others. By providing diversity learning experiences, Ozarka College provides students with the opportunity to work together to influence their future, the future of their country and the future of the wider global society.
Student Success Center
The Student Success Center is located upstairs in Suite 205 of the Student Center Building on the Melbourne campus. Student success services are also available in the Ash Flat and Mountain View Student Center Building. Check with the main office in Mammoth Spring for location on that campus. The center is free and open to all students. The SSC provides academic coaching by appointment or on a walk-in basis for individual or group tutoring. Success Coaches are available to assist with homework and help improve study and time management skills. The SSC also provides career counseling with the KUDER Career Planning System and resume assistance and has a job placement program. If you have any questions, visit our site at http://www.ozarka.edu/blogs/success, contact the SSC by phone: 870-368-2056 or email: success@ozarka.edu.
Mission
The mission of Ozarka College is to provide life-changing experiences through education
Important Dates:
Offices Open Jan 6