“ Students in postsecondary CTE programs are more likely to be employed within
five years than those in an
academic field of study.”
78621-78031 Aviation Technology I
Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Explore careers in aviation
• Physics and math principles as related to aviation
• Testing conducted to private pilot standards Projects, Activities, etc.: Students are given the opportunity to explore careers in aviation including pilot, air traffic control, aviation maintenance, airport management, and aeronautical engineering. Instructional Focus: Hands-on simulations, guest speakers and field trips.
78628-78031 Aviation Technology II- Private Pilot Knowledge Certification
Prerequisite / Selection Process: Aviation Technology I, Recommended Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit [ successful completion can earn 4.0 college credits ] Major Outcomes:
• In compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations
• Aerodynamics
• Meteorology
• Aircraft Performance
• Weight and Balance
• Cross Country flight planning and simulation
• Testing and Certification to Federal Aviation Administration Standards
Projects, Activities, etc.: Flight Simulation – Students are given the opportunity to receive Certified Flight Teacher sign off to take the Private Pilot Knowledge test. Instructional Focus: This course offers students the opportunity to obtain their Private Pilot Knowledge Certificate [ written ]. Pilots, air traffic controllers, aviation mechanics, airport service / management positions, aircraft dispatchers, and meteorologists benefit from the completion of this exam; for pilots the test is required. With the use of current software and FAA teaching strategies implemented by a Certified Flight Teacher, this course is designed to prepare the student to pass the Federal Aviation written exam [ the Knowledge Test ].
78678-78031 Transportation Simulation Lab
Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11 and 12 Major Outcomes:
• The development multiple modes of transportation
• History of the Interstate Highway System and the highway systems impact on the commercial driving industry
• The development and structure of the united states passenger and freight rail system
• Maritime Commerce
• Airway science and the federal aviation administration
• Economic, social and political systems within which the various modes of transportation operate
• The advantages and disadvantages of various modes of transportation
• Regulation and deregulation affecting national and international transportation
Projects, Activities, etc.: Students are given the opportunity to explore global transportation and the logistics process through individual and group projects, field trips and industry tours. Instructional Focus: Active learning using state of the art aircraft, rail, tractor trailer and ship simulators with hardware interface.
78688-78031 Commercial Driving CDL Permit
Prerequisite / Selection Process: Transportation Simulation Lab Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Major Outcomes:
• Understand the procedures for obtaining a CDL and the importance of compliance with applicable regulations
• Demonstrate a systematic procedure to conduct accurate and efficient vehicle inspection
• Demonstrate how to safely perform basic control maneuvers: shifting, backing
• Learn about the importance of speed and space management when operating a tractor-trailer
• Learn the importance of preventive maintenance and servicing
• Understand a variety of subjects that together make for an alert, healthy, and safe driver
Projects, Activities, etc.: The Introduction to Commercial Driving course prepares students for entry into the trucking and logistics industry, through individual and group projects, field trips and industry tours. Instructional Focus: Active learning using state of the art tractor trailer simulators with hardware interface.
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“ Students in postsecondary CTE programs are more likely to be employed within
five years than those in an
academic field of study.”
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