Hesston College - Catalog 2005-07 - Course Descriptions - Aviation
Catalog 2005-07
Aviation courses

Avia 101 Introduction to Aviation--3 hours
      Private pilot ground school covering required subject areas in preparation for the Private Pilot - Airplane written exam. This course may be taken separately or concurrently with Avia 102. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 102 Private Pilot--4 hours
      Includes a minimum of 40 hours of actual flight training. Introduces the student to the solo and cross-country phases of private pilot training. This course, in conjunction with Avia 101, qualifies the student for the FAA Private Pilot flight test. Prerequisite: Avia 101 or enrollment in the same term. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 151 Commercial Ground School--3 hours
      Prepares the student for the FAA Commercial Pilot written examination. Covers aerodynamics, flight instruments, weather, advanced flight operation techniques, and Federal Aviation regulations. Prerequisite: Avia 101 or equivalent. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 211 Instrument Ground School--3 hours
      Prepares the student for the FAA Instrument Rating Written Examination. Covers meteorology, aircraft systems, navigation, and air traffic control. Prerequisite: Private Pilot License. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 220 Instrument Flight I--1 hour
      The student will learn precise airplane attitude control by instrument reference and radio navigation. Prerequisite: Private Pilot License. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 221 Instrument Flight II--2 hours
      The student will learn to perform accurate instrument approach procedures, missed approaches, and holding patterns. The student will be introduced to IFR cross-country procedures and will increase his/her proficiency to the level required of a competent instrument pilot. Prerequisite: Avia 211, 220. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 225 Mountain Flying--1 hour
      The student receives advanced training associated with the complexities of flying in the mountains. This training includes an extended cross-country flight into the Colorado Rockies. The student will become familiar with high altitude airports, high altitude operations, and limited survival techniques. Prerequisite: Avia 221 and concurrent enrollment in Avia 230. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 230 Commercial Flight I--3 hours
      The student is introduced to and practices maneuvers required for the commercial pilot flight test. The student also receives instruction and practice in a complex aircraft. Prerequisite: Avia 221. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 231 Commercial Flight II--2 hours
      The student continues working toward proficiency in maneuvers required for the commercial pilot as well as proficient operation of a complex aircraft. Prerequisite: Avia 151, 230. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 232 Multiengine--1 hour
      The student receives instruction in aircraft systems and the piloting skills required to operate a multiengine aircraft safely. Prerequisite: Avia 231 or permission of instructor. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 235 Flight Instructor Ground School--4 hours
      Prepares the commercial pilot to become a teacher. Covers information included in FAA Flight Instructor-Airplane and Flight Instructor-Instrument tests as well as Advanced and Instrument Ground Instructor tests. Prerequisites: Avia 151 and 211 or equivalent. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 240 Certified Flight Instructor--2 hours
      Instruction in teaching techniques, maneuver analysis and performance, and other subjects required to be a competent FAA Certificated Flight Instructor. Prerequisite: Avia 231, 235. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 241 Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument--1 hour
      Instruction in teaching techniques and analysis and performance of maneuvers required for the FAA Certificated Instrument Flight Instructor. Prerequisite: Avia 240. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 260 Airline Training Orientation Program (ATOP)--1 hour
      Introduction to the Boeing 737/300. During this program conducted by ATOP, Inc., the student will receive:

  • 10 hours of Systems and Flight Procedures Ground School
  • 2 hours of Cockpit Procedures Training
  • 1 hour of Simulator Flight Observation
  • 1 hour of Simulator Flight
  • "High Altitude" Operations Training and Endorsement

Prerequisite: Private Pilot's License and U.S. citizenship. See Aviation Fees.

Avia 270 Advanced Multiengine Instructor--2 hours
      Introduces the student to the multiple crew environment, Crew Resource Management (CRM), and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) requirements. The student is further prepared for instructing in a multiengine airplane and upon completion will take the Multiengine Instructor Practical Test. See Aviation Fees.


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