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Lesson 1 “Introduction to Learning Aviation
Science”
• Understand how this online course works.
• Realize how to increase your memorization
and retention of aviation material.
• Understand how most of the features of this
course work.
• Become aware of the ypes of resources available
within the course and on the Internet.
• Realize why learning about aviation will
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Lesson 2 “The Basics of Flight”
• Become aware of the history of early aviation
and how the first flights were made possible.
• Realize how a wing produces lift.
• Understand the term airfoil.
• Know why the Wright Brothers’ achievement
was so important.
• Understand the components of the lift formula
and how the variables affect flight.
• Realize what happens in airplane stall and
spin. |
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Lesson 3 “The Aircraft”
• Understand the design, shape, and components
of an airfoil and apply that knowledge to your understanding
of wings and flight controls.
• Memorize the anatomy of an airfoil.
• Solve problems to determine aspect ratio
and understand why this term is important.
• Know the types of aircraft and the difference
between the terms aircraft and airplane.
• Understand why different wing planforms
alter flight performance and characteristics.
• Develop a solid understanding of airplane
control surfaces and their functions. |
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Lesson 4 “Power Plants and Engines”
• Understand the basic operating principles
of a reciprocating engine commonly found on aircraft.
• Memorize the four-stroke cycle of a reciprocating
engine.
• Know the difference between lean and rich
fuel mixtures.
• Understand why a carburetor can develop
ice, even in warm temperatures.
• Know the difference between fixed-pitch
and constant-speed propellers.
• Familiarize yourself with basic propeller
safety procedures. |
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Lesson 5 “The Science of Aircraft systems”
• Understand the operating principles of major
aircraft systems.
• Be able to describe the difference between
hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Know the difference between Avgas and jet
fuel.
• Understand how mechanical controls work.
• Know the difference between power, actuation,
and control.
• Understand the terms volt, watt, and amp. |
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Lesson 6 “Aircraft Instruments”
• Know the difference between visual flight
rules and instrument flight rules.
• Understand the importance of aircraft instruments.
• Know the difference between gyroscopic and
pitot-static instruments.
• Understand the errors of the magnetic compass.
• Be able to describe the most important engine
instruments and their importance.
• Appreciate the future importance of aircraft
instrument development. |
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Lesson 7 “Aerodynamic Principles”
• Understand the four forces of flight and
how each physical force is caused.
• Be able to visualize the three axes of the
airplane: vertical, horizontal, and longitudinal.
• Know why wing dihedral is important for
stability.
• Understand the principles of dynamic and
static stability.
• Be able to compute aircraft load factor
increase due to banking turns.
• Understand why and airplane turns. |
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Lesson 8 “Helicopters and Their Use”
• Understand the term rotary-wing and its
aerodynamic significance.
• Know how the helicopter changes direction.
• Understand the difference between the cyclic,
collective, and anti-torque controls.
• Realize the limitations of benefits of helicopter
flight compared to powered airplanes.
• Be able to list important uses of helicopters.
• Understand the tilt rotor concept. |
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Lesson 9 “The Evolution of Flight and Design”
• Learn why the United States and the Soviet
Union entered into an arms race. Demonstrate your
knowledge of the Cold War through short answer questions.
• Learn and recognize the important inventions
and achievements following the war, such as the
first aircraft to break the sound barrier and the
first successful jetliners, through short answer
questions.
• Discuss the important developments in commercial
aviation following the war and how the world changed
its attitudes toward passenger airlines during the
1950s through a bulletin board discussion with your
classmates and instructor.
• Recognize the impact of commercial aviation
on traditional forms of transportation, such as
ocean liners, trains, and automobiles, through short
answer questions and bulletin board discussions. |
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Lesson 10 “Modern Aircraft Design”
• Become aware of the design process used
in modern airplane construction.
• Realize how stresses like torsion, tension,
compression, bending and shear affect airplane strength
and design.
• Understand the certification process for
new airplanes.
• Know the most important materials used in
airplane construction.
• Understand the process of testing and non-destructive
testing. |
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Lesson 11 “Commercial Aviation”
• Understand the scope of general aviation
and its activities.
• Be able to describe different segments of
general aviation.
• Understand the certification process for
new airplanes.
• Know why there are fewer pilots flying today
than 25 years ago.
• Know the difference between major, national,
and regional airlines.
• Become familiar with Boeing and Airbus. |
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Lesson 12 “Airports and Airspace”
• Understand the difference between controlled
and uncontrolled airspace.
• Know the requirements for safe minimum altitudes
and right of way for landing.
• Understand the different classifications
of airspace: A, B, C, D, E, and G.
• Know the different types of restricted airspace. |
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Lesson 13 “Weather Science (Meteorology)”
• Understand the basics of weather and forecasting
as they relate to aviation.
• Understand the how solar heating drives
weather patterns.
• Be able to understand and use terms like
dew point, relative humidity, and atmospheric pressure.
• Understand the cycle of water on Earth.
• Be able to describe the most important engine
instruments and their importance.
• Be able to distinguish between different
types of clouds and frontal systems. |
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Lesson 14 Air Traffic Control”
• Understand and be able to use the basic
principles of radio communication used in aviation.
• Memorize and be able to use the phonetic
alphabet with either the instructor or your fellow
students.
• Familiarize yourself with the basic types
of communication in controlled and uncontrolled
airspace.
• Understand the Air Traffic Control system
used in the United States and how it safely controls
airplanes.
• Comprehend the different levels of the controllers
used during a typical flight. |
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Lesson 15 “Federal Aviation Regulations”
• Know the purpose of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Understand the role of the FAA.
• Be able to identify the major parts of the
Federal Aviation Regulations pertinent to pilots.
• Understand the solo and written examination
process.
• Understand the Private Pilot certification
process. |
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Lesson 16 “Careers in Aviation”
• Familiarize yourself with the wide range
of careers in aviation.
• Understand the unique aspects of various
aviation careers.
• Identify requirements for acceptance into
aviation jobs.
• Apply your understanding of aviation careers
to your personal lifetime career goals. |
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Lesson 17 “Final Review” |
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