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  • AST 100: Introduction to Astronomy

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    Introduction to Astronomy will explore the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, the stars, the galaxies, and the universe. The course will discuss historical milestones in the science of astronomy from ancient astronomers to the space probes of today. Consideration will be given to the future of astronomical research and current theories in astronomy.
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  • AVI 110: Private Pilot Theory

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course provides the foundation of knowledge needed to progress to the theory courses and flight labs required for professional certificates and ratings. Commonly referred to as 'ground school', the course covers the basic components of an airplane as well as elements of aerodynamics, weather, navigation, safety, the national airspace system, and general operating rules and regulations required for the Private Pilot knowledge requirements. Successful completion of this course will provide an endorsement to take the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test.
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  • AVI 112: Private Pilot Lab I

    2.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course is designed to meet all requirements and prepare the student for solo flight. It is intended to be taken in conjunction with AVI 110 Private Pilot Theory and will provide foundational knowledge in the following components of flight in preparation for the FAA Private Pilot Certification process: preflight preparation, inspection and servicing; airplanes and aerodynamics; airports, air traffic control, and airspace; airplane performance and weight and balance; aeromedical factors and aeronautical decision making; airplane instruments, engines, and systems; basic instrument maneuvers; aviation weather; aviation weather services; and, federal aviation regulations. Each new skill presented will be taught on the basis of previously mastered knowledge and skills; therefore, it is important that the student allow for sufficient flight time. Prerequisite:    FAA Student Pilot Certificate Application; Third Class FAA Medical Certificate; Proof of United States Citizenship via Birth Certificate, Passport, or TSA Screening; and Ability to Read, Clearly Speak, and Write in English Corequisite:    AVI 110 or Previous Ground Training
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  • AVI 113: Private Pilot Lab II

    2.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course is designed to meet all requirements for completion of the FAA Private Pilot Certificate. It is intended to be taken after successful completion of AVI 110- Private Pilot Theory and AVI 112 - Private Pilot Lab 1. This course will provide instruction in the following components of flight in preparation for the FAA Private Pilot Certification process: maximum performance takeoff and landings; solo maneuvers; navigation systems; cross-country flights; night flying and night cross-country procedures; airplane performance and weight and balance; solo cross-country flights; basic instrument maneuvers. Each new skill presented will be taught on the basis of previously mastered knowledge and skills; therefore, it is important that the student allow for sufficient flight time. Prerequisite:    AVI 110 and AVI 112
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  • AVI 114: Private Pilot Practical Exam Prep

    1.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course provides a comprehensive overview of knowledge required and thorough preparation for the FAA Private Pilot Practical Examination. It is designed for student pilots who are enrolled in a 14 CFR Part 141 flight school and are training for the private pilot certificate. This course will also prove beneficial to students training under 14 CFR Part 61 and private pilots who wish to refresh their knowledge or who are preparing for a flight review. The course is organized to address the seven areas of knowledge required for the practical test, including: certificates and documents; weather; determining performance and limitations; airplane systems; cross-country flight planning; night operations; and aeromedical factors. Prerequisite:    AVI 110, AVI 112, and AVI 113 Corequisite:    AVI 113
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  • AVI 120: Instrument Theory

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course will introduce the concepts of aircraft control by scan and interpretation of flight instruments. The student will learn to recognize unusual attitude indications and recover from such situations. Human Factors, CRM, and flight physiology will be emphasized. There will be an in-depth study of pitot-static and gyroscopic instrument systems and recognition of anomalies in these systems. The theory of operation, interpretation, and use of VOR, ADF, DME, GPS, RNAV, RMI, HSI and autopilot systems will be examined. A detailed study of IFR regulations, procedures, and publications for IFR operating rules in the U.S. Airspace System will be included. Aviation meteorology will be studied in more detail as well as recognition of potentially hazardous flight conditions. Successful completion of this course will provide an endorsement to take the FAA Instrument Rating written exam. Prerequisite:    AVI 110 or Previous Ground Training
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  • AVI 122: Instrument Pilot Lab I

    2.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course is designed for the Private Pilot to gain the skills necessary to precisely control the plane using basic attitude instrument flying and the airplane''s navigation systems. It is intended to be taken in conjunction with AVI 120 -Instrument Pilot Theory. The following components of instrument flight training will be mastered in this course: VOR and GPS holding; Localizer, DME and intersection holds; VOR and GPS approaches; Localizer and ILS approaches; cross-country procedures; federal aviation regulations; departure, enroute and arrival procedures; loss of communications and emergency procedures. Each new skill presented will be taught on the basis of previously mastered knowledge and skills; therefore, it is important that the student allow for sufficient flight time. Prerequisite:    Private Pilot Certification and ((AVI 110, AVI 112, and AVI 113) or Previous Ground Training) Corequisite:    AVI 120
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  • AVI 210: Commercial Pilot Theory

    4.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course will take the concepts studied in Private Pilot Theory and Instrument Pilot Theory to a more advanced level to prepare the student for a professional career in the field. Subject matter will include Federal Aviation Regulations that pertain to Commercial Pilot privileges, limitations, and flight operations, NTSB accident case studies and accident/incident reporting, Aerodynamics, Meteorology to include recognition of critical weather situations and use of reports and forecasts, effects of exceeding aircraft performance limitations, function of complex aircraft systems and high performance aircraft operations, aviation safety to include aeronautical decision making and judgment, aviation physiology to include night and high altitude operations, review of the National Airspace System, and Human Factors in aviation. Successful completion of this course will provide an endorsement to take the FAA Commercial Pilot written exam. Prerequisite:    (AVI 110, AVI 111, AVI 120, and AVI 121) or Previous Ground and Flight Training Corequisite:    AVI 211
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  • AVI 211: Commercial Pilot Theory Lab I

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    This course will provide the student with part of the flight training required of the Commercial Pilot FAA practical test standards. This is the first half of two phases of flight training. MTT Aviation Services at the Johnstown Cambria County Airport will provide the flight training. The student will receive pre/post briefings on the commercial maneuvers and complex aircraft systems within the FAA practical test standards before and after flight training. The instruction will include dual flight time and solo flight time for experience requirements. Prerequisite:    AVI 110 or Previous Ground Training; Third Class FAA Medical Certificate; Proof of United States Citizenship via Birth Certificate, Passport, or TSA Screening Corequisite:    AVI 210
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  • BEH 101: Behavioral Sciences Exploration

    1.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

    An introduction to the principles of behavioral science and their application to problems facing contemporary societies (e.g., human rights, culture changes, homelessness, poverty, discrimination, crime, mental health issues, public health, racism, education, juvenile delinquency, substance abuse, etc.) through the fields of criminology, psychology, and social work. Students will learn how behavioral scientists analyze human behavior and how these analyses are used to inform interventions. Students will also learn about careers in the behavioral sciences and how to pursue them. An introduction to the principles of behavioral science and their application to problems facing contemporary societies (e.g., human rights, culture changes, homelessness, poverty, discrimination, crime, mental health issues, public health, racism, education, juvenile delinquency, substance abuse, etc.) through the fields of criminology, psychology, and social work. Students will learn how behavioral scientists analyze human behavior and how these analyses are used to inform interventions. Students will also learn about careers in the behavioral sciences and how to pursue them.
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