AIRSC 102 — Introduction to Aviation (6 cr)
This course includes the student's first exposure to aerodynamics of flight. It serves as a preparation for the private pilot written, oral and flight test required by the FAA for issuance of a private pilot certificate. Course content includes instruction in FAA regulations, weather, air and radio navigation, flight safety, and emergency procedures. Prerequisite: College-level reading and writing scores, MATH 91 or appropriate placement score and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 110. (SFCC)
AIRSC 103 — Introduction to Meteorology (6 cr)
This course provides an introduction to meteorological principals such as precipitation, temperature, cloud types, humidity, latent heat, pressure, gas laws, wind, radiation and refraction. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (SFCC)
AIRSC 110 — Private Flight Lab (1 cr)
This course serves as a preparation for the practical test in issuance of a private pilot certificate that is taken on the completion of the AIRSC 120. Course content includes ground and flight instruction in the maneuvers and procedures prescribed in the FAA practical test standards booklet. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 102. (SFCC)
AIRSC 120 — Private Flight Lab II (1 cr)
This course serves as a preparation for the practical test in issuance of a private pilot certificate that is taken on the completion of this flight course. Course content includes ground and flight instruction in the maneuvers and procedures prescribed in the FAA practical test standards booklet. Prerequisite: AIRSC 110 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 121. (SFCC)
AIRSC 121 — Basic Attitude Instrument Flying (3 cr)
This course includes an in-depth study of basic attitude instrument flying. In addition, the operation, interpretation and practical use of VOR, ADF, DME, RNAV, RMI, HIS, and Flight Director systems are studied. The course also includes the different types of instrument charts required for IFR flight. Prerequisite: AIRSC 102 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 150. (SFCC)
AIRSC 122 — IFR Regulations and Procedures (3 cr)
This course provides a detailed study of the regulations, procedures and publications necessary for operating IFR in the national airspace system. Terminal and en route procedures also are studied in detail. Prerequisite: AIRSC 121 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 250. (SFCC)
AIRSC 150 — Commercial Flight Lab I (2 cr)
This course includes an in-depth practical study of basic attitude instrument flying and developing the student's cross-country skills to a commercial pilot standard prescribed in the commercial FAA practical test standards booklet. Prerequisite: AIRSC 102 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 121. (SFCC)
AIRSC 203 — Aviation Meteorology (5 cr)
This course studies weather information as related to aviation, such as basic weather, reading/interpreting charts, texts, observations and forecasts. This course also includes Aeronautical Decision Making, application of information to decision process and aviation weather hazards. Prerequisite: AIRSC 103. (SFCC)
AIRSC 223 — Aerodynamics-Airplanes (3 cr)
This course provides a study of aerodynamics, performance, stability, control, weight and balance, and special flight conditions as appropriate for commercial pilots. A discussion of commercial maneuvers and flight computers also is included. Prerequisite: AIRSC 122 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 224, 260. (SFCC)
AIRSC 224 — Aircraft Systems and Instruments (3 cr)
This course provides an in-depth study of flight instruments. Reciprocating engine, propeller, electrical, environmental, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, ignition, lubrication and pressurization systems also are studied. Prerequisite: AIRSC 250 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 223. (SFCC)
AIRSC 225 — Multiengine Systems and Procedures (3 cr)
This course covers the operations necessary to operate light twin-engine aircraft. Normal and abnormal procedures are included along with a discussion of the systems and aerodynamics normally associated with these aircraft. Regulations for commercial pilots also are included. Prerequisite: AIRSC 224 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 270. (SFCC)
AIRSC 250 — Commercial Flight Lab II (2 cr)
This flight course provides detailed flight experience for the practical use of regulations and procedures necessary to fly safely in IFR conditions. Prerequisite: AIRSC 150 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 122. (SFCC)
AIRSC 260 — Commercial Flight Lab III (2 cr)
This flight course provides the flight experience required to possess the flight skills of a commercial pilot prescribed by the FAA practical test standards. Prerequisite: AIRSC 250 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 223. (SFCC)
AIRSC 270 — Multiengine Flight Lab (2 cr)
This flight course provides the student with the commercial and instrument skills in the multiengine aircraft required by the FAA practical test standards booklet. Prerequisite: AIRSC 260 and concurrent enrollment in AIRSC 225. (SFCC)