AVS 1200 - Introduction to Aviation

This course surveys the major topics in the aviation industry. Components of the course include history, regulations, air space, fundamentals of flight, propulsion, and navigation. Basic crew concepts are introduced and various career paths are investigated. Corporate, airline and airport operations are discussed. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; Aviation Maintenance Technology; Aviation Technical Operations or minors in Aviation Sciences.