Course Overview
This course introduces students to the math and physics needed to understand the theory of flight. Students will learn about flight controls for both rotary and fixed wing aircraft and will be able to apply that knowledge during practical shop sessions. This course also will review the mathematics needed in the aviation industry for unit conversions and calculations. Aviation technical drawing standards will be explained, and a technical drawing will be produced. The basic structure of a technical report will be described, and students will write a short report.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain theory of flight
- Explain flight controls for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft
- Explain the forces involved in the theory of flight
- Identify flight controls
- Explain types of drawings
- Explain drawing techniques
- Create or modify a technical drawing using accepted drafting techniques
- Perform basic math calculations for simple algebra and unit conversations
- Explain human factors in aviation
- Write a technical report
Effective as of Winter 2026
Related Programs
Physics and Drawings (AVCC 1110) is offered as a part of the following programs:
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