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Learning Outcomes

1.
Explain the pivotal role of the human in the aviation system.
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2.
Analyse aviation and aircraft as systems, in an environment that involves interaction between communication, navigation and surveillance as well as Air Traffic Control operations and procedures.
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3.
Demonstrate a high level understanding of the factors influencing aviation safety, including aircrew resource management, aircraft operations and maintenance, risk management, airspace, and weather and the environment, with an emphasis on human performance.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Science - BSc4410 - Science
Bachelor of Science - BSc4463 - Science (CDF)

Specialisation Structure
48 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 48 UOC.

Level 1 Core Courses

Students must take 18 UOC of the following courses.

ZPEM1501
6 UOC
Physics 1A: Mechanics, Waves and Thermodynamics
ZPEM1502
6 UOC
Physics 1B: Electromagnetism and Modern Physics
ZEIT1800
6 UOC
Introduction to Aviation Technology

Level 2 Core Courses

Students must take 6 UOC of the following courses.

ZEIT2502
6 UOC
Fundamentals of Flight

Level 2 Prescribed Electives

Students must take a minimum of 6 UOC of the following courses

ZEIT2802
6 UOC
Aircraft Systems for Aviators
ZEIT2803
6 UOC
Aviation Safety

Level 3 Prescribed Electives

Students must complete 3 (18 UOC) of the following courses.

Note: Students wishing to do ZEIT3804 Behavioural Science Project in their third year must take ZPEM2302 Mathematics Tools for Science.

ZEIT3801
6 UOC
Advanced Aviation Safety
ZEIT3803
6 UOC
Air Traffic Management
ZEIT3804
6 UOC
Behavioural Science Project and Practical Experience
ZEIT3805
6 UOC
Airport Operations and Systems
ZPEM3204
6 UOC
Environmental Hazards

Double major in Physics and Aviation

For students doing a double major in Physics and Aviation, the two Level 1 Mathematics courses are to be part of the Aviation major since the Level 1 Physics courses are counted towards the Physics major.

Level 1 Mathematics Requirement

It is a requirement for entry to Levels 2 and 3 of this Major that students complete 12 UOC of Level 1 Mathematics courses, although these courses are not a defined part of the Major. Students should use the elective space in their program to complete 12 UOC of Mathematics … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Additional Information

Honours

Students must have achieved at least a credit average (65) across the entire undergraduate program including a credit average over the Level III core courses or equivalent courses.

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