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2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

AVIT 121 - Private Pilot Ground


PROGRAM: Aviation Technology Flight
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2024

Exploration of topics required for certification as a private pilot with an airplane single engine land rating. Areas of study include aerodynamics, aircraft systems, performance, weight and balance, physiology, regulations, cross country planning, weather, and decision making skills.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to:

  1. Development an in-depth working knowledge of the fundamentals of aviation.
  2. Differentiate commercial, military, and general aviation principles.
  3. Interpret and implement aviation regulations.
  4. Develop a knowledge of aerodynamics theory.
  5. Create a working knowledge aircraft systems.
  6. Develop decision making and problem solving skills related to flight.
  7. Demonstrate the ability to pass the FAA Private Pilot knowledge exam.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

  • Aerodynamics
  • Aircraft systems
  • Aircraft performance
  • Weight and balance
  • Aviation Physiology
  • Regulations
  • Flight Planning
  • Weather

GRADING POLICY
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59