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AOTP 1030 - Environment of the Air Traffic Controller


Credit hours: 3

Course Description:
This course is designed for both students of aviation and the student interested in pursuing a career as an Air Traffic Controller, a better understanding of the Air Traffic Controller’s mission and working environment.  This course presents a candid view of the Air Traffic Controller’s language, tools and profession.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

  1. Discuss the basic terminology and communications phraseology that is used in air traffic control.
  2. Describe airspace classifications that are used in air traffic control.
  3. Discuss separation of aircraft requirements.
  4. Describe the fundamentals of radar, including information about primary and secondary radar systems.