AVTN 6410 - Air Traffic Control

Institution:

Southern Utah University

Subject:

Aviation

Description:

This course will explore the elements of the current Air Traffic Control system. Discussions will include the historical evolution of the air traffic control and the national airspace systems in the United States. Emphasis will be on current operational issues and how air traffic management is changing. Covers control tower, approach, and center responsibilities, radar environments including ground radar and non-radar control environments. Will cover the ATC differences between VFR & IFR flight operations, in-flight and ground emergencies, bomb and hijacking threat procedures, search and rescue, and runway incursions. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

06/01/2019 - 08/31/2021 

Institution Website:

www.suu.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 586-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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