Aviation Minor
Are you undecided? Don’t want to major, but still want to be involved? Consider minoring in aviation! A minor in Aviation requires eighteen (18) credit hours. Students who plan to minor in Aviation should discuss class schedules with a faculty advisor in the Aviation Department. Minors must earn a “C” or better in each Aviation course. Upper-level Aviation classes may be substituted on a case-by-case basis with Department Chair approval.
Minor Course Requirements
AVN 153 Aviation Foundations I
Provides an overview of aviation and introduces students to the many opportunities and challenges of the profession. The course covers the fundamentals of flight aerodynamics and technology, and an introduction to aircraft systems and operations. Also, safety of flight, human factors, aeronautical chart interpretation, basic navigation, an introduction airspace, and aviation weather factors are covered.
Prerequisites: None
Schedule Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
AVN 170 ATC Foundation w/Lab
This course is a progressive foundational introduction to air traffic control. It focuses on the interpretation of the FAA orders and regulations that govern the air traffic control system, roles and responsibilities of control positions, concepts of spacing, sequencing, and separation, visual and radar traffic patterns, communication, terminology, and principles of ATC procedures.
Prerequisites: None
Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab
Credit Hours: 3
AVN 181 Intro to Airport Systems
A foundational study of airport operations and systems and includes analysis of the role of the airport manager in planning, finance and administration, public relations, social, political, and environmental considerations, operational requirements and facility maintenance.
Prerequisite: None
Schedule Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
AVN 201 Flight Safety
Factors and procedures relating to aviation safety, techniques for accident prevention, procedures used in accident investigations, the human factors (physiological and psychological), the effect of weather, mechanical and maintenance issues, mid-air collisions, and runway incursions.
Prerequisites: None
Schedule Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
AVN 353 Aviation Management
A holistic view of management requirements and techniques applicable to the aviation industry; problems, current issues and future trends related to aviation operations. Includes management and organizational styles as applied to the industry, changes in the National Airspace System, managerial problems unique to the industry, and proposed acquisition of equipment under the Capital Investment Plan.
Prerequisites: None
Schedule Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
AVN 354 Aviation Legislation
This course is a survey of legal concepts concerning aviation as related to operation, contracts, insurance and liability, regulating statutes, and case law. Topics include tort law, FAA regulation, and commercial/business law relative to the aviation industry.
Prerequisites: None
Schedule Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
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MISSION STATEMENT
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES & GOALS
- Provide an educational setting and methodology that prepares graduates to compete for meaningful careers within the field of aviation.
- Provide an atmosphere conducive to the encouragement of analytical thought appropriate for professional and administrators in aviation.
- Encourage and develop student growth as responsible, perceptive citizens, imbued with the distinctive ethical code and culture of Hampton University.
- Encourage participation in national organizations, which will provide graduates with a network of support for their chosen career path.
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To facilitate intern/cooperative opportunities for students with the Aviation industry.
