A combination of methods will be used - lectures, online, structured class discussion, video. Online delivery will vve supported by blackboard collaborate
Module Aim:
The module will examine the impact of EU policy on both the air and surface transport sectors using data from a number of EU member states. It will also examine the changes that have taken place from a business and consumer perspective and highlight social /employment issues which have emerged in the sector over the last twenty years.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Recognise relevant EU structures and have a knowledge of their relevance
LO2
Critique EU legislation with a particular emphasis on aviation transport
LO3
Have the ability to criticall assess current EU policy with respect to competition
LO4
Assess the impact of liberalisation on employment conditions as they relate to the aviation sector
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
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
EU Structure
General:
The Role of The EU Parliament;
The Role of The EU Commission;
The Role of EU Council of Ministers;
EU Social Dialogue
EU Social Dialogue
Air Transport
The Legislative Framework
Liberalisation, De-Regulation, and Privatisation - Air Transport
Safety Regulation - EASA
Economic Regulation
Airports - Airport Charges, Ground Handling, Slots
Passenger Rights
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Essay
5000 word assignment assessing all learning outcomes of teh module
1,2,3,4
100.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment