Course Overview
This introductory course gives a comprehensive overview of the Air Navigation Services system in Canada and the procedures associated with air traffic services. Topics included in this course are principles of controlling air space and providing air traffic services in and around an airport.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Describe the development of air traffic control services at airport.
- Explain the classification of Canadian airspace.
- Explain the rules and procedures that control flight.
- Explain the methods and tools used to navigate between points on a map.
- Explain the aircraft and ground radio equipment used for navigation.
- Explain the ATC function of a VFR airport.
- Explain the objectives of IFR control service.
- Explain special procedures.
- Explain the guidelines for emergencies.
Effective as of Fall 2003
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