SHU406 Aviation EnglishIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Aviation ManagementGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Aviation Management
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: SHU406
Course Name: Aviation English
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 7
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğr.Gör. MUAZZEZ IŞIL ESENDİR
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. ÖZGÜR ÖLCE
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: It is aimed that the student gets comfortable to use aviation terminology in addition to his/her english language skills.
Course Content: Basics of radio communication, pre-flight checks, delays, airport signs and markşngs, taxiing and holding, weather problems, departure, traffic, warnings, unusual situations, landing, clear communication

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) He/she uses aviation terminology in english comfortably
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to aviation communication, basics of radio communication, ICAO alphabet and numbers -
2) Pre-flight checks, delays and problems, asking for additional time, giving reasons, saying that there is a problem, requesting action -
3) Ground movements, airport markings, permissions, obligations, prohibitions -
4) Taxiing, holding, weather problems, saying a problem has been solved -
5) Departure, take-off, climbing, cruising, checking and asking for an alternative -
6) Encountering traffic, warnings about hazards, time expressions -
7) En route events, operational situations, comparing things -
8) Mid-term exam -
9) Unusual events, medical situations, talking about probability -
10) Approach, descent, weather conditions, approach and landing problems, explaining changes in plans, talking about cause and effect, requests -
11) Landing, landing incidents, landing hazards, making suggestions, offering help -
12) On the ground, taxiing, getting to the gate, clear communication, explaining happened, saying what will happen -
13) Excersise -
14) Excersize -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Sue Ellis and Terrence Gerighty - Express Series, English for Aviation. Oxford Press
References: Çeşitli Internet Kaynakları, video ve ses kayıtları

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1

Program Outcomes
1) He/she has in-depth information required by the legal, social and environmental framework in which all transportation operations, especially aviation, are involved.
2) He/she has advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by books, equipment and other sources containing up-to-date information on air transportation / logistics.
3) He/she has sufficient knowledge for the technical aspects of air transportation and logistics.
4) He/she has sufficient legal knowledge on basic issues related to international trade and business.
5) He/she uses theoretical and practical knowledge in aviation business management, logistics, transportation and business management solutions together.
6) He/she uses theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science and transportation together to solve operational problems.
7) He/she identifies, defines, formulates and solves basic problems related to the field of air transportation / logistics. For this purpose, he/she selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques.
8) He/she analyzes a system, system component or process and designs it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; applies modern design methods accordingly.
9) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools required for basic applications in air transportation / logistics.
10) He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics.
11) He/she accesses information by doing research, uses databases and other information resources.
12) He/she works effectively in multidisciplinary teams and takes responsibility.
13) He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities.
14) He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects.
15) With the awareness of the necessity of life-long learning, he/she follows science and technology developments in aviation management, logistics and transportation and renews himself/herself constantly. He/she also evaluates the knowledge / skills acquired in the field with a critical thinking.
16) He/she works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams in aviation management, national and international transportation and logistics environments both in theoretical and applied fields.
17) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools necessary for air transport / logistics applications.
18) He/she communicates effectively with relevant people and institutions, being aware of the universal and social effects of applications and solutions in the aviation field.
19) He/she develops solutions to problems and shares his ideas in writing and verbally, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
20) He/she has a comprehensive understanding about management of aviation companies, safety and security issues in aviation, air law, airport operations and technical aspects of aviation specific applications.
21) He/she is aware of the aviation principles and values. He/she has professional and ethical responsibility.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) He/she has in-depth information required by the legal, social and environmental framework in which all transportation operations, especially aviation, are involved. 3
2) He/she has advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by books, equipment and other sources containing up-to-date information on air transportation / logistics. 3
3) He/she has sufficient knowledge for the technical aspects of air transportation and logistics. 3
4) He/she has sufficient legal knowledge on basic issues related to international trade and business. 4
5) He/she uses theoretical and practical knowledge in aviation business management, logistics, transportation and business management solutions together. 3
6) He/she uses theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science and transportation together to solve operational problems. 4
7) He/she identifies, defines, formulates and solves basic problems related to the field of air transportation / logistics. For this purpose, he/she selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques. 3
8) He/she analyzes a system, system component or process and designs it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; applies modern design methods accordingly. 3
9) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools required for basic applications in air transportation / logistics. 2
10) He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics. 1
11) He/she accesses information by doing research, uses databases and other information resources. 3
12) He/she works effectively in multidisciplinary teams and takes responsibility. 2
13) He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities. 4
14) He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects. 5
15) With the awareness of the necessity of life-long learning, he/she follows science and technology developments in aviation management, logistics and transportation and renews himself/herself constantly. He/she also evaluates the knowledge / skills acquired in the field with a critical thinking. 2
16) He/she works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams in aviation management, national and international transportation and logistics environments both in theoretical and applied fields. 3
17) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools necessary for air transport / logistics applications. 4
18) He/she communicates effectively with relevant people and institutions, being aware of the universal and social effects of applications and solutions in the aviation field. 2
19) He/she develops solutions to problems and shares his ideas in writing and verbally, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
20) He/she has a comprehensive understanding about management of aviation companies, safety and security issues in aviation, air law, airport operations and technical aspects of aviation specific applications.
21) He/she is aware of the aviation principles and values. He/she has professional and ethical responsibility.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Reading
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 16 10 160
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 204