151-0227-00L Basics of Air Transport (Aviation I)
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2020 |
| Lecturers | P. Wild |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151-0227-00 G | Basics of Air Transport (Aviation I) The lecturers will communicate the exact lesson times of ONLINE courses. | 3 hrs |
| P. Wild |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | In general the course explains the main principles of air transport and elaborates on simple interdisciplinary topics. Working on broad 14 different topics like aerodynamics, manufacturers, airport operations, business aviation, business models etc. the students get a good overview in air transportation. The program is taught in English and we provide 11 different experts/lecturers. |
| Objective | The goal is to understand and explain basics, principles and contexts of the broader air transport industry. Further, we provide the tools for starting a career in the air transport industry. The knowledge may also be used for other modes of transport. Ideal foundation for Aviation II - Management of Air Transport. |
| Content | Weekly: 1h independent preparation; 2h lectures and 1 h training with an expert in the respective field Concept: This course will be tought as Aviation I. A subsequent course - Aviation II - covers the "Management of Air Transport". Content: Transport as part of the overall transportation scheme; Aerodynamics; Aircraft (A/C) Designs & Structures; A/C Operations; Aviation Law; Maintenance & Manufacturers; Airport Operations & Planning; Aviation Security; ATC & Airspace; Air Freight; General Aviation; Business Jet Operations; Business models within Airline Industry; Military Aviation. Excusions: In the past few years, we conducted two excursions for this course. Yet, under COVID the situation is to complicated so that we have to cancel both events. We may offer students to register in one of the next excursions....thank you for your understanding |
| Lecture notes | Preparation materials & slides are provided prior to each class |
| Literature | Literature will be provided by the lecturers, respectively there will be additional Information upon registration |
| Prerequisites / Notice | None |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 4 credits |
| Examiners | P. Wild |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 90 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | The exam may take place on computers. The exam is "open books" but the time does not allow to check all questions. Further, it is highly recommended to visit the lectures for an ideal preparation. |
| Written aids | According information given above |
| Online examination | The examination may take place on the computer. |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
