Aims:
The study tour will provide students with an opportunity to build on theoretical knowledge of many aspects of aviation by visiting a number of major organisations in key areas of the industry, across several cultures. The subject enables students to observe, first-hand, from the operations of major world airports, airlines, manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and air traffic management organisations.

Expected Learning Outcomes:
The aviation study tour will enable students to develop an extensive awareness and appreciation of airport and airline operations. Students will gain a valuable insight into design and operational challenges in the industry, including air traffic flow and congestion, handling of high volume passenger and freight movements, and the impact of seasonal conditions at some of the world’s busiest airports. Through conducted tours of major aircraft and engine manufacturing organisations, students will also develop an appreciation of the highly significant roles played by such major players in the industry.

Subject Outline:
Organisations may include: Major Aircraft and Engine Manufacturers, Airline Corporate Management, Airline Operations Centres, Airport Operations and Design Issues, Airport Passenger Handling, Freight Operations, Full Service and Low Cost Airlines.

Teaching Method: Fully escorted and conducted study tour

Assessment Method: Individual Journal 50%, Group Project 50%

Key characteristics and benefits are outlined below:

• The subject is available as an elective subject only
• During the study tour, students will be required to maintain a journal of their activities. Further assessment will be required on return to Melbourne
• Students will fund all costs of the tour themselves
• Students about to embark on an aviation career will be significantly privileged by their exposure to, and opportunity to identify with, major aviation organisations

Cost:
The cost includes airfares, departure taxes, travel insurance, accommodation (twin/triple share), Ground Transport and Transfers, museum entries. Additional costs to the student: Meals, incidentals, local transport/spending money, Visas for non-Australian passport holders, HECS fees for the subject.

Payment Forms:

• Forms currently not available

Further Information:

Please Contact: P J Bruce, Aviation Lecturer, Swinburne, Tel: 9214 8507. pbruce@swin.edu.au