SHU114 Basic Aircraft InformationIstanbul 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: SHU114
Course Name: Basic Aircraft Information
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
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 : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ÖZLEM İLDAY
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. EREN KAYAOĞLU
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: Students should learn basic knowledge of air vehicles and especially of aircraft, aircraft components and physical principles of flight.
Course Content: Basic concepts and principles, loads, structural classifications, materials, wing and body structures, landing gear, piston engines, gas turbine engines, flight control surfaces, high lift devices, stability and control, high speed flight.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To have general basic knowledge about aircrafts, aircraft components and their functions
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) Basic Concepts and Principles - Flying Concept, Basic Definitions and Atmosphere -
2) Basic Concepts and Principles - Aerodynamic Hovering, Aerofoil, Drag Force and Stall -
3) Aircraft Components - Basic Concepts, Stresses, Loads, Structural Classification -
4) Aircraft Components - Design Approaches, Materials Used in Aircraft -
5) Wing and Fuselage -
6) Landing Gear -
7) Aircraft Engines - Piston Engines -
8) Mid-term Exam -
9) Aircraft Engines - Jet Engines -
10) High Lift Devices -
11) Balance and Stability in Aircraft -
12) Flight Control Surfaces -
13) Systems and Control Methods -
14) High Speed Flight -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Uçak Bilgisi ve Uçuş İlkeleri - Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları
References: Introduction to Flight - John D. Anderson

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. 3
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. 3
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. 3
10) He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics. 3
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. 3
13) He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities. 3
14) He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects. 3
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. 3
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. 3
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. 3
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. 3
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 13 3 39
Project 14 7 98
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 139