Module Title:Introduction to Aviation Navigation
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Leacures (live and online) plus independent learning
Module Aim: The aim of this module is to provide the students with a knowledge and understanding of aircraft navigation and aircraft navigation systems
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Calculate Time – position and distance of the flight
LO2 Determine - Compass Direction, True and Magnetic
LO3 Demonstrate the use of the manual Flight Navigation Computer
LO4 Use and interpret various navigation charts
LO5 Determine the Point of No Return (PNR) and the Critical Enroute Point (CP) using relevant formulae
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
7583 MATH H1S01 Maths Principles for Flight Dispatchers
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Time zones, the use of time in calculating distance and position
Understanding time in terms of the various time zones; Distance and position as used in navigation in determining the aircrafts position in flight
Compass – true and magnetic, points on the compass
Theory and construction; Types of compass; True North and Magnetic North; The use of compass direction(s) when producing an operational flight plan; Gyro heading reference & grid position; Role of GPS.
Manual Flight Computer
Understanding the functionally of a manual flight computer as an aid for various computations in flight planning and navigation
International Civil Aviation (ICAO) Annex 4 Charts
Charts requirements as specified by the ICAO for conduct of flight operations; Chart requirements of a typical operator including National Charts as specified by the Government and Aviation Authority; Great circle and Rhumb Line Track; Visual flight rules
Using the various charts in calculating the Point of No Return(PNR)
Calculating the Point of No Return(PNR) along a specific route based on time, distance and fuel requirements Calculating the Critical Point along a specific route based on distance and time to land fall or arrival airport
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
Practical20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions Perform calculations 1,2,5 30.00 n/a
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Use of flight computers and charts 3,4 20.00 n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Learning Outcomes Assessed - All 1,2,3,4,5 50.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Per Semester 1.60
Independent Learning Time Per Semester 8.40
Total Hours 250.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_BSFOP_D Bachelor of Science in Flight Operations 2 Mandatory