Module Title:Radio Telephony (ICAO Level 4)
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: This module concentrates on the technical and practical training required for effective communication at aerodromes. The module consists of lectures, practical exercises, and simulated radio conversations
Module Aim: To provide specialist aviation radio telephony training in order to comply with the requirements of ICAO document 9870 which outlines the formal communications training and assessment for drivers and other personnel who operate on or near the runway
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Complete radio conversations with ATC
LO2 Be proficient in the use of voice procedure including readback procedures.
LO3 Understand the different frequencies and their roles within aerodrome operations
LO4 Understand aerodrome call sign structure and handover/transfer points for vehicles
LO5 Be proficient in the use of the phonetic alphabet and standard phraseology and acronyms
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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Incompatible Modules
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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
1
Routine radio communications with Air Traffic Control
2
Normal and emergency procedures used by ATC relating to aircraft
3
ATC frequencies used and normal handover/transfer points for vehicles
4
ATC call signs, vehicle call signs, phonetic alphabet, and standard phraseology
5
Read back and knowledge of hierarchy of messages
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment80.00%
End of Module Formal Examination20.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Oral Examination/Interview Oral Assessments through Q/A’s throughout the module 1,2,3,4,5 30.00 Ongoing
Practical/Skills Evaluation Simulated conversations to assess the relevant competencies of the fire fighter to communicate using radio telephony procedures and techniques. 1,2,3,4,5 20.00 Ongoing
Practical/Skills Evaluation Student is taken through a live R/T session on the airfield that will include at least 3 access onto and egress from runways 1,2,3,4,5 30.00 Ongoing
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Multiple choice written examination 1,2,3,4,5 20.00 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 0.16
Practicals Per Semester 0.24
Independent Learning Time Per Semester 3.96
Studio Based Learning Per Semester 0.64
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

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