The Global Aviation System
Duration
- One Semester or equivalent
Contact hours
- 39 hours
On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning.
2022 teaching periods
Hawthorn Higher Ed. Semester 1 |
Hawthorn Higher Ed. Semester 2 | |
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Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Aims and objectives
The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the aviation industry operational, regulatory and commercial frameworks, as well as airlines, airports and aviation service providers. This will provide students with a fundamental understanding of the interdisciplinary, interdependent nature of the broader aviation industry, which is required in a novice aviation professional. This basic framework will form a foundation for development in subsequent units
Unit Learning Outcomes | |
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On successful completion of this unit students will be able to: | |
# | Unit Learning Outcome Description |
ULO1 | Identify, describe and differentiate the key business functions, systems and stakeholders which comprise the global aviation system |
ULO2 | Specifically identify the key stakeholders in the Australian aviation environment |
ULO3 | Examine the relationship between the key aviation business functions and stakeholders, both globally and specifically for Australia |
ULO4 | Recall the critical historical events which have shaped the modern aviation environment |
ULO5 | Articulate the primary purpose, goals and constraints of the global aviation system |
ULO6 | Interpret and employ essential aviation domain language to effectivley communicate with aviation stakeholders |
Unit information in detail
- Teaching methods, assessment and content.
Teaching methods
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Activity Type | Activity | Total Hours | Number of Weeks | Hours Per Week | Optional - Activity Details |
Online | Directed Online Learning and Independent Learning | 24 | 12 weeks | 2 | No Description |
Face to Face Contact | Tutorial | 12 | 12 weeks | 1 | No Description |
Face to Face Contact | Presentation | 3 | 3 weeks | 1 | No Description |
Unspecified Learning Activities | Independent Learning | 110 | 12 weeks | 9.17 | No Description |
Total Hours: | 149 | Total Hours (per week): | 13.17 |
Assessment
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Content
- Evolution of aviation
- Components of aviation, which include airlines, airports, air traffic control, aircraft manufacturers, rescue and firefighting services, and other suppliers
- Global, regional and the Australian domestic regulatory framework
- Airport functions
- Airline strategies and operation
- Aircraft, technology and its impact on aviation
Study resources
- References.