AVIT 102 05: Introduction to Aviation

Develop the knowledge and skills required of a Private Pilot.

Important Information

• If you have any concerns about what you are learning in this class, barriers that make learning difficult for you (e.g., struggles with study skills, writing or reading; child care; English as a second language), or the fairness or status of your grade in this course, PLEASE talk to the instructor. The best way to contact me is through email, by phone, or a scheduled meeting.
• It is the responsibility of each student to be aware of all information in the syllabus, including dates and procedures for assignments and grading; to frequently check the course web page for class announcements or changes; to complete the reading assignments before each class; to take an active role in learning the material; to seek out help from the professor in a timely fashion; to monitor your performance in this class, including keeping track of your grades; and to inform the professor ahead of time in the case of special needs.
• Important information on the class will be sent to students’ university email account and via Blackboard. Be sure to check these regularly regularly for announcements.
• Be aware that it is common courtesy to arrive and leave class on time so as not to disturb the professor or other students. Also, while you are encouraged to bring approved electronic devices (computers, tablets) to class as a way of supplementing your learning, Dr. Leonard reserves the right to restrict the use of these devices during class at any time. Please be present in class. This means interacting only with people inside of this class (e.g., no texting, e-mail, etc.).
• Every class has a culture influenced by the fact that students come from widely diverse backgrounds and hold different values. I encourage you to acknowledge your diversities by listening actively to one another. It is especially important that you listen to students whose opinions differ from your own. I encourage you to discuss your different opinions while remaining respectful to others. You are expected to listen respectfully to other students and me when we are speaking. Racism, sexism, homophobia, classism, ageism, and other forms of bigotry will NOT be tolerated.
• This class will consist of lecture, small group discussions, class activities, and videos. Lectures and reading material are meant to complement one another rather than repeat one another; thus, class attendance is critical. You are expected to be attentive during class, ask questions if you do not understand something, and participate in class discussions. The assigned readings are to be read prior to the class period for the day assigned.

Assignment                                 % of Grade

Block Exams                                                       50%
Final Exam                                                          20%
Participation                                                       26%
Flight Points                                                         4%

Grading Standards:

A - 92% and above
B - 84% to 91%
C - 76% to 83%
F - Below 76%

Academic Standards

1. Each student must obtain a minimum score of 76% on all block exams in order to satisfy the FAA Part 141 minimum requirements. Only exams with a score less than 76% must be retaken.  At the end of this course you need a 76% average overall on the block exams to pass.  If your 1^st attempt block exam average is less than 76% you are not eligible to take the final exam and a grade of F will be issued.
2. All aviation students are required to maintain a cumulative, institutional, and aviation GPA of 2.6 or higher. The 2.6 GPA is required to be admitted as an aviation major, to maintain status as an aviation major, to enroll in aviation courses numbered 200 or higher, and to graduate with an aviation degree.
3. Students are expected to maintain scholastic honesty.  Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating o an exam, plagiarism, and collusion.  For detailed policy statements and procedures dealing with scholastic dishonesty, see the Code of Student Life, Section 3.

Block Exams

1. Seven Exams
2. Questions can be multiple choice, short answer, or true/false and can be taken from classroom assignments, lectures, lab, or reading material.
3. If you miss an entire block of training, it is at the instructor’s discretion to give a zero for the exam in that block.  You will have to complete a retake exam to comply with 141 requirements.
4. RETAKE EXAMS are exams that a student must "retake" because he/she made a score less than 76%.  UND does not require that retake exams be given, but this is generally done in aviation classes with a flight component.  Students need to understand that this opportunity is a privilege that professors may allow, and may be restricted.  I plan to allow retake exams under the following criteria:
   1. Retake exams will be taken within one week of the original exam, NO EXCEPTIONS.  No block exam may be taken without the previous block exam being complete. If this exam is not taken within a week from grade issuance, you will not be allowed to take the exam and you will fail the class.
   2. Original scores will be used to determine the UND course grade.
   3. A second failure of a block exam will result in a review board being conducted, at which time the appropriate course of action for the student will be determined. 
   4. Retake exams will be conducted through the Aerospace Learning Center with Mr. Jishnu Basu. His office hours are Tuesday/Thursday from 11:00 to 15:00 in Odegard 206, or by appointment through email at jishnu.basu@und.edu.
5.  MAKE-UP EXAMS are exams that a student must "make-up" because he/she missed the exam on the day it was given to the remainder of the class.  UND does not require that make-up exams be given, but this is generally done in aviation classes with a flight component to fulfill the requirements of FAA part 141.  Students need to understand that this opportunity is a privilege that instructors may allow, and may be restricted.  If a make-up exam is allowed, the following criteria must be met:
   1. Make-up exams will be taken within one week of the original exam, NO EXCEPTIONS.  Make-up exams will be taken before the next block exam.  No block exam may be taken without the previous block exam being complete. If this exam is not taken within a week of the original exam date or date determined by the professor, you will receive a zero for that exam.
   2. The type of make-up exam is at the professor's discretion.  This means that it may be the same exam as the remainder of the class took, a similar exam, or an essay exam.
   3. At the instructors discretion make-up exams may only be worth 90% of the actual exam grade.

Final Exam

1. Comprehensive in nature.
2. Required of all students or an F will be issued for the class.
3. You need to have a 76% average on all block exams to be eligible to take the final.
4. There are no Final “Retake” exams. You must receive a 76% on the final to pass the class
5. Final Exams will be taken on the final exam date as published; NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

Participation

Quizzes, in class assignments, having all required materials, and out of class projects will be counted as participation points. These activities will affect your grade significantly so don’t take them lightly.

If you are absent you may not be able to make up the in class participation.  It is your responsibility to find out if there was an out of class assignment given. 

Assignment Policy

All assignments are expected to be turned in on time utilizing , and all exams are expected to be completed on the day they are scheduled.  All university-sponsored absences will be honored but will require the official university card.  It is expected that you will contact Dr. Leonard via email or in person prior to any absences. If you will be gone because of an excused absence, you need to complete the exam and/or hand in your assignment prior to you leaving.

Attendance

Attendance will be taken in class due to the regulatory attendance requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAR Part 141). If you are absent for any class period, you will be required to make up that class with your instructor or a qualified CFI tutor in the Aerospace Learning Center and submit a makeup form to the instructor prior to taking the next Block Exam. Please remember that information discussed during class is not always in the readings or Power Points but is still likely to be tested on block exams.

UND Aerospace Safety Seminar

This safety seminar is held once a semester and attendance is mandatory for all flight students, faculty, and staff. The safety seminar is offered multiple times enabling students to attend without it having a big effect on their schedules. Please be looking for upcoming information and plan to attend.

FAA Written Exam

Successful completion of the FAA written exam is a requirement for students pursuing their private pilots certificate. You may take this exam at any time during this course. You must have the results of at least 70% or better prior to taking your flight lesson 29 stage check. In order to take the FAA written exam you must obtain a written endorsement from either your flight instructor, or me. Remember that no shows will be given to applicants that cancel their scheduled appointment on the day of the proposed testing.  There is a fee to take this test.

FAA Medical Examination

You are required to possess a valid FAA medical certificate applicable to the pilot operations that you will be performing (FAR 61.23) as long as you are enrolled in this course.  If for some reason you do not hold a valid medical (i.e.: you have a health problem, your medical has expired or been revoked), you need to communicate with your academic advisor to determine your options.  There are many things that can disqualify you from holding an appropriate medical certificate (i.e.: asthma, heart conditions, past history of alcohol/drug abuse or related convictions).  If you are unsure about your particular case, you should consult with an FAA Airman Medical Examiner.

Flight Training Requirements

The completion of a student’s flight training is a requirement for this course.  You must complete all of the lessons in this course no later than December 20^th in order to get a grade issued for the course at that time. Students who do not complete the flying by that day must meet the requirements for an SP. 

Since 4% of your grade is determined by your airport activity points, your final grade (UND) for this class could be significantly affected, either negatively or positively, by your flight progress.  If you pass the stage check or meet the deadline listed you will receive the given percentage; if you unsat the event or miss the deadline you will receive 0.  Here is a breakdown of the flight activity requirement:

101 Students
Stage 18 Oral – 2%
Stage 18 Flight – 2%           

102 Students
Combination of Stage 12 and 25 Orals and Flight – 2% total            > 75% pass rate = 2%
                                                                                                               50% pass rate = 1
                                                                                                             <50% pass rate = 0%
Stage 29 Oral – 1%
Stage 29 Flight – 1%

112 Students
Stage 7 Oral – 2%
Stage 7 Flight – 2%

Retake Students
No flight points given - Need to be done with flight training by the end of the day December 20^th or you will receive an F for the course. No Incompletes given.

Flight Hours

Private Pilot Airplane - SEL Certification Course 102 Ed. 14
Solo Archer                                         5.0
Dual Archer                                        35.0
Dual SE FTD                                      2.0
Dual Instruction                                  37.0
Ground Instruction                             10.0
Pre and Post Instruction                     10.0
FAA Written Exam                            1.0

Private Pilot Airplane Test Course 112 Ed. 4 (Must hold a Private Pilot Certificate)             
Dual Archer                                        8.0
Dual Instruction                                  8.0
Ground Instruction                             2.0
Pre and Post Instruction                     1.0

Survey of Flight Non Certification Course 101 Ed. 3
Dual Archer                                        6.0
Dual SE FTD                                      5.5
Dual Instruction                                 11.5
Ground Instruction                             8.0
Pre and Post Instruction                     4.0

Satisfactory Progress Policy

The classroom instructor may issue an “SP” (Satisfactory Progress) if your classroom performance has been acceptable but you have not completed your flight training. If you earn an SP you then have one calendar year from the start of the ground school (AVIT 102) to complete your flight lessons.  If you don’t finish during that time frame, the “SP” will be converted to an “F” in accordance with the FAA approved TCO; there will be no exceptions to this rule.

If your academic performance is below 76% on the block exams or your flying is behind schedule, please take note of the last day to drop this course.

Campus Connection is the primary record of class registration. If you are dropping a class - you MUST drop the class through Campus Connection.

Aviation Department Policy

Students must comply with all Aviation Department Policies, especially those related to repetition of aviation courses, petitions, grade grievances, and student disposition. These can be reviewed at https://learn.aero.und.edu  under Academic Policies – Aviation Department.   Students attempting a course for the third time must submit a petition through the assistant chair of academics to remain enrolled. 

Revisions

I may revise or change certain parts of this syllabus during the course of the semester.  If changes occur, appropriate notification will be given.