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Air Transport Pilot Licence Theory 1

Unit code: HES2906A

Credit points12.5 Credit Points
Duration
 
1 Semester
Contact hours80 hours (nominally 7 hours per week)
CampusExternal Venue
Prerequisites
Corequisites
 
Nil

Aims and objectives

To develop the student’s basic understanding of aircraft systems and aeronautical and aerodynamic factors influencing aircraft performance up to Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) standard. Additionally the student will be introduced to human performance and limitations relevant to Airline operations.
 
After successfully completing this unit you will be able to:
1. Apply the engineering and human factors that impact on flying operations at the ATPL level
2. Describe the operational limits of both aircraft and human beings at the ATPL level.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the unit material sufficient to pass the CASA Air Transport Pilot Licence theory examinations for Aerodynamic and Aircraft Systems, and Human Performance and Limitations
 

Teaching methods

Classroom

Assessment

  • Examination 60%. 
  • Continuous assessment tests covering the following (40% overall)
    o Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems
    o Human Performance and Limitations
    o Navigation.

CASA ATPL Examinations may be undertaken by the student in addition to the above examinations. Where the student’s aggregate mark for the CASA examinations exceeds that of the continuous assessment component, the CASA mark will be used for that component.

 

Generic skills outcomes

You will be provided with feedback on your progress in attaining the following generic skills:
  • Analysis skills, 
  • Problem solving skills, 
  • Communications skills, 
  • Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems, and 
  • Ability to work independently

Content

This unit of study provides the student with an understanding of the following areas of aviation knowledge to the level required for the award of an ATPL by CASA.
  • Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems
  • Human Performance and Limitations
The unit content follows the requirements as specified in the CASA ATPL Syllabus (aeroplanes and helicopters) as amended.

Text books

Avery R, 2008, ATPL Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems Part 1, Av Facts ATPL Training, Bassendean, WA
Avery R, 2008, ATPL Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems Part 2, Av Facts ATPL Training, Bassendean, WA
Avery R, 2008, ATPL Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems Part 3, Av Facts ATPL Training, Bassendean, WA
Tait B, 2008, Human Performance and Limitations, Issue 6, Bob Tait’s Aviation School, Redcliff

References

Nil