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AVM 301-3 Aviation Management Writing and Communication
This course is a study of the writing and communication skills used by managers in the aviation industry. Foundations of technical writing style and documentation are followed by descriptions of specific aviation-related technical writing applications such as correspondence, grants, manuals, progress reports and promotional materials. Specialized skills such as conflict resolution, technical presentations and electronic communication complete the course. |
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AVM 370-3 Airport Planning
To acquaint the student with the basic concepts of airport planning and construction, as well as an investigation of various community characteristics and resources.
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AVM 371-3 Aviation Industry Regulation
Students will study the various regulatory agencies of the industry and their functions. This course is writing intensive and reflects the College's Communication-Across-the-Curriculum initiative. Prerequisite: English 101 or consent of department. |
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AVM 372-3 Airport Management
A study of the operation of an airport devoted to the phases of lighting, fuel systems, field marking, field buildings, hangars, and surrounding community.
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AVM 373-3 Airline Management
A study of the administrative aspects of airline operation and management including a detailed study of airline organizational structure.
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AVM 374-3 General Aviation Operations
A study of general aviation operations including fixed base operations (fuel, sales, flight training, charter, etc.), corporate aviation (business aviation, corporate flight departments, executive air fleets, etc.) and the general aviation aircraft manufacturing industry.
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AVM 375-3 Legal Aspects of Aviation
The student will develop an awareness of air transportation. The course will emphasize basic law as it relates to contracts, personnel, liabilities, and legal authority of governmental units and agencies. |
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AVM 376-3 Aviation Maintenance Management
To familiarize the student with the functions and responsibilities of the aviation maintenance manager. Maintenance management at the fixed base operator, commuter/regional airline, and national air carrier levels will be studied. Aviation maintenance management problem areas will be reviewed using the case study method.
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AVM 377-3 Aviation Safety Management
This course will survey the various aspects of aviation flight and ground safety management. Weather, air traffic control, mechanical and human factors in aviation safety management will be reviewed. Case studies of individual aviation accidents and incidents will be analyzed.
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AVM 385-3 Air Transport Labor Relations
The body of legislation of governing labor relations in the private sector of the United States economy consists of two separate and distinct pieces of legislation, the Railway Labor Act, which governs labor relations in the railroad and airline industries; and the National Labor Relations Act governing labor relations in all other industrial sectors. This course focuses on the examinations of air transport labor relations in the context of these key laws. As the student and practitioner of aviation management comes in contact with both Acts through this course, the student learns similarities and differences of each and their resultant impact. Such a review will provide an understanding of underlying public policy goals, while acquiring an appreciation and understanding of the collective bargaining process, administration and procedures of the labor arena. The student will actively apply this knowledge in a mock labor negotiation. Prerequisite: Aviation Management major or consent of department.
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AVM 386-3 Fiscal Aspects of Aviation Management
An introduction to the fiscal problems encountered in the administration of aviation facilities.
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AVM 402-3 Aviation Industry Career Development
Provides an overall description and forecast of the employment possibilities in the aviation industry, as well as specific information regarding how to apply for such employment. Also covered is the preparation of the future aviation professional for the search for employment including such items as personal assessment, resume construction, interviewing skills, writing letters of appreciation, the use of references, networking, employment referral agencies/services, and continuing education. Not for graduate credit.
Prerequisite: Aviation Management major or consent of department.
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AVM Independent Study courses |
AVM 300-3 Introduction to Aviation Management Research
An introduction to library resources, electronic media resources, and formal academic writing styles common to aviation management research. Introduction to basic theories, concepts, and practices pertinent to aviation management. May be independent study.
Prerequisite : aviation management major or consent of department. |
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AVM 319-3 Aviation Occupational Internship
Each student will be assigned to a program approved work site engaged in activities related to the student's academic program and career objectives. The student will be assigned to an unpaid, internship position and will perform duties and services in an instructional setting as previously arranged with the sponsoring work site supervisor. Prior program approval, supervisor evaluations and student reports are required. Internships may be performed in any of the following broad areas: (a) Airline; (b) Airport; (c) Corporate Aviation; (d) Fixed base operation; (e) Flight instruction; (f) Air traffic control; (g) Government; (h) Consulting firm; (i) Other, as arranged. Mandatory Pass/Fail. (Limited to 3 semester hours at off-campus sites.) |
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AVM 349-3 Readings in Aviation Management
The use of written and electronic media resources relevant to aviation management and the development of an aviation management research bibliography. The use of bibliographic resources to produce written comparative or persuasive research reports. May be independent study. Prerequisite : AVM 300 and aviation management major or consent of department.
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AVM 401-3 Analysis of Issues in the Aviation Industry
The identification and study of current economic, regulatory or operational issues impacting the aviation industry. The use of both written and oral reports to present a critical analysis selected topics. May be independent study. Not for graduate credit. Prerequisite: AVM 349 and aviation management major or consent of department.
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AVM 450-3 Management Problems in the Aviation Industry.
The identification and study of problems related to management within the aviation industry. The application of aviation management theories, concepts, and practices to the identified management problems. The use of written and electronic media research resources to produce a written problem solving report. May be independent study. Not for graduate credit. Prerequisites: AVM 401 and aviation management major or consent of the department.
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