AVIC 247 - Approach Control I

Institution:

Community College of Beaver County

Subject:

Air Traffic Control

Description:

This course addresses the theory and basic applications of radar air traffic control services provided by approach control facilities within the general vicinity of controlled airports. Initially, each aspect of approach control equipment and operations will be discussed from the viewpoint of the practical application. During the later stages of the course, students participate in simulated exercises designed to develop basic skills in the applications of air traffic control procedures in an integrated multipostition-facility. 0-8-4

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

AVIC160 Flight Theory Fundamentals I and AVIC235 Air Traffic Control Procedures. A current second class airman's medical certificate for ATC is required.

Corequisites:

AVIC237 Facility Rating I

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ccbc.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 480-2222

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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