AOTP 1430 - Principles of Airport Management

Credit hours: 3

Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive examination of the major functions of airport management and the concepts underlying airport planning and construction. The controlling factors in the development of an airport, such as size and forecasting volumes, design considerations including runways configurations, site, location requirements, master planning and zoning laws, will be examined. The socio-economic effect of airports on the communities they serve will be explored.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of various legislation that impacts airports, and the airport planning at federal, state and local levels.
Discuss airport functions including pavement maintenance, snow removal, fire and rescue and safety.
Demonstrate understanding of factors that have an effect on the operations at airports
Demonstrate knowledge of airport layout and land use plans in the airport master planning process.
Describe operating and capital expenditure, and revenue sources.
Describe current airside and landside technological improvements designed to alleviate capacity and delay problems.