DENBIGH HIGH SCHOOL Aviation Academyaviation.nn.k12.va.us/doc/aviationcourseguide.pdf · 2019-09-25 · 4 About the Magnet Program DISTINCTIVE FEATURES • “Airport campus” combined

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Course Guide2018 - 2019

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ContentsAbout the Magnet Program 4

Concentration Tracks 5

Pathways for 2018-19

Aviation Technology 6

Flight Operations 7

Aerospace Engineering 8

Aviation Security and Safety 9

Aviation Academy Course Offerings 10

Types of Diploma Seals 14

Industry Certifications Offered at Aviation Academy 14

Aviation Academy902-B Bland Blvd.Newport News, VA 23602757-886-2745http://avi.nn.k12.va.us

Dr. Aaron L. SmithProgram [email protected]

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About the Magnet Program

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES

• “Airport campus” combined with Denbigh High School

• Small community of learning with a collegiate atmosphere

• Physics taught as a requirement in 10th grade

• Aviation classes offered in Aerospace Technology, Pilot Training, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Aviation Operation Management, Criminal Justice and Public Safety in Aviation

• An Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Ground School with three simulators

• STEM concentration with a focus on aviation

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WHAT IS THE AVIATION MAGNET?

Denbigh High School’s Aviation Academy is a highly-specialized four-year program to prepare

highly-motivated and successful high school students for a rewarding and well-paying career in

and around the field of Aviation and STEM. The standards are high at the Aviation Academy, and

every effort is made to provide a caring, disciplined environment where students are given the

opportunity to excel and reach their goal with minimal classroom disruptions. Courses provide challenging

subject material to enhance students’ reading, writing, science and math skills through student-centered

activities.

The Aviation Academy strongly encourages students to work toward an advanced diploma. All students

are required to take physics, chemistry and four years of math. Students who have a “B” average in math

and obtain certification in an approved course completer series will be awarded an Advanced Math and

Technology seal on their diploma. Aviation Academy staff members have high expectations for students

preparing for college and highly skilled, professional career fields.

Program Strandsfor 2018-19

Students have the opportunity to earnindustry certifications in each program strand.

9th Grade Aviation Courses




AVIATION TECHNOLOGYStudents learn the terminology, concepts and procedures through hands-on experiences that blend in the dynamics of the aircraft. By completing this sequence they are prepared to take the General Maintenance Technician certification after graduation.• Aerospace

Technology I• Aerospace

Technology II• Aviation Maintenance

Technology I • Aviation Maintenance

Technology II (Honors)

FLIGHT OPERATIONSStudents will learn vital and pertinent knowledge, ranging from the classroom portion of pilot ground school to learning to fly aircrafts and airport operations. Courses also involve understanding FAA guide-lines in preparation for the FAA Air Traffic Control exam.• Aircraft Pilot Training I • Aircraft Pilot Training II

(Honors)• Aviation Operations

Management • Air Traffic Control (Honors)

AEROSPACE ENGINEERINGThrough Project Lead The Way, Aviation students will learn the process of Aerospace Engineering through courses such as Introduction to Engineering Design – Aerospace, Digital Electronics, Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Design and Development Capstone.• Introduction to

Engineering Design - Aerospace

• Digital Electronics (Honors)

• Aerospace Engineering

• Engineering Design and Development Capstone (Honors)

AVIATION SECURITY AND SAFETY This program strand allows students to experience a new realm of aviation. Through Criminal Justice in Aviation and Public Safety in Aviation, students will have familiarity and exposure to many government agencies such as the Homeland Security, TSA, National Transportation Safety Board and more.• Criminal Justice in

Aviation I• Criminal Justice in

Aviation II (Honors)

• Public Safety in Aviation I

• Public Safety in Aviation II

(Honors)

All aviation students will follow the advanced diploma track in addition to the required Aviation courses.

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Aviation Technology ConcentrationWith An Advanced Diploma

9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th GradeMath (Choose 1)• Algebra I• Honors Geometry• Honors Algebra II

Math (Choose 1)• Honors or Regular

Geometry• Honors or Regular

Algebra II• Pre-Calculus

Math (Choose 1)• Algebra II• Algebra II/Trigometry• Pre-Calculus• Calculus

Math (Choose 1)• Pre-Calculus• Calculus• AP Statistics

• Honors Earth Science• AP Environmental

Science

• Honors Physics• AP Physics

Science (Choose 1)• AP or Honors

Chemistry• AP or Honors Biology

Science• Any AP or Honors

Science Class

9 Honors English 10 Honors English English (Choose 1)• 11 Honors English• AP English

English (Choose 1)• 12 Honors English• AP English

Social Studies (Choose 1)• Honors World

Geography• AP Human Geography

Social Studies (Choose 1)• Honors World History• AP World History

Social Studies (Choose 1)• Honors US History• AP US History

Social Studies (Choose 1)• Honors Government• AP Government

Physical Education IHealth I

Physical Education IIHealth II

Foreign LanguageRequirement

Personal Finance Class



Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) I

Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) II

HonorsAerospace

Technology IAerospace

Technology IIAMT I - Double Bloack AMT II - Double Block

Honors

Possible Electives to take in Addition to Required Coursework: Aviation Operation Management, Aircraft Pilot Training I, Criminal Justice in Aviation I, Introduction to Engineering Design - Aerospace

Possible Careers with this Track Median Salary by JobAerospace Engineer $75,144Electrical Engineer $67,465Mechanic Aircraft $49,129Aircraft Mechanic / Service Technician $43,056

Source: www.payscale.com

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Flight Operations ConcentrationWith An Advanced Diploma






Math (Choose 1)• Trig/Elementary

Functions• Pre-Calculus• Calculus• AP Statistics


Science





Science Class









Physical Education II*Health II


Personal Finance Class*



Aviation Operation Management (Double Block)

Air Traffic Control (Double Block) Honors

Aircraft Pilot Training I

Aircraft Pilot Training II (Double Block)

Honors

Aviation Operation Management

(Double Block)

Air Traffic Control (Double Block) Honors

Possible Electives to take in Addition to Required Coursework: Aviation Maintenance Technology I, Aerospace Technology I, Criminal Justice in Aviation I, Introduction to Engineering Design - Aerospace

* Please refer to the “You’ve Got Options” campaign to fit courses in your schedule.

Possible Careers with this Track Median Salary by JobAirline Pilot, Copilot or Flight Engineer $85,000General/Operations Manager $57,937Air Traffic Controller $57,325Aircraft Electrician $49,629


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Aerospace Engineering - ConcentrationWith An Advanced Diploma








Science





Science Class









Physical Education IIHealth II


Personal Finance Class



Aerospace Engineering

Engineering Design & Development Capstone

Introduction to Engineering Design Aerospace

Digital Electronics Honors

Aviation Elective Aviation Elective

Possible Electives to take in Addition to Required Coursework: Aerospace Technology I, Criminal Justice in Aviation I, Public Law in Aviation I, Aircraft Pilot Training I

Possible Careers with this Track Median Salary by JobAerospace Electrical Engineer $75,144Engineer $67,465Aircraft Electrician $49,629


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Aviation Security & Safety ConcentrationIn An Advanced Diploma








Science





Science Class








Physical Education I*Health I*



Personal Finance Class*


Criminal Justice in Aviation II

(double block) Honors

Public Law in Aviation I

Public Law in Aviation II (double block) Honors

Criminal Justice in Aviation I

Criminal Justice in Aviation II

(double block) Honors

Physical Education II*Health II*

Public Law in Aviation II (double block) Honors

Possible Electives to take in Addition to Required Coursework: Aircraft Pilot Training I, Aerospace Technology I

* Please refer to the “You’ve Got Options” campaign to fit courses in your schedule.

Possible Careers with this Track Median Salary by JobNTSB Investigation $138,000FBI Tactical Aviation Pilot (GS 15) $114,573Air Marshal $64,684TSA $44,007


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Aviation Course OfferingsAEROSPACE ENGINEERING AV1130Prerequisites: Digital Electronics Grade Level: 11 or 12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockThis course propels students’ learning in the fundamentals of atmospheric and space flight. As they explore the physics of flight, students bring the concepts to life by designing an airfoil, propulsion system, and rockets. They learn basic orbital mechanics using industry-standard software. They also explore robot systems through projects such as remotely operated vehicles.

AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY I AV1210Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 9-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockThis course is designed to be an introduction with basic knowledge of the career field of aerospace. Students will learn about the history of aviation, principles of flight, careers in aviation and aerospace.

AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY II AV1220Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 10-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockThis course is designed to introduce students to aviation composites and materials for structure. It is a class that incorporates hands-on activities. It will help students see the vast careers available to them. Vocabulary, proper tool use and identification, and design are a few of the skills developed in this course.

AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY I (AMT) AV1230Prerequisites: Physics Grade Level: 10-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Periods: Double BlockThis Airframe and Powerplant Technician General course is the first segment of training as an aviation maintenance technician. Students will learn the basic terms, concepts, and procedures that serve as the foundation for the more complex lessons to come. Students will obtain an understanding and incorporate hands on experience in mathematics, basic physics, mechanic privileges and limitations, maintenance publication, maintenance forms and records, basic electricity and ground operations and servicing. AV1230 is required for General Maintenance Technician courses to be successfully completed before starting the Airframe and Powerplant courses for certification. (formerly known as the Aviation Tech III and AMT 100)

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AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY II (AMT) + LAB (Honors) AV1250Prerequisites: Physics Grade Level: 10-12Credit: 1 credit per semester Periods: Double BlockedThis Airframe and Powerplant Technician General Course is the other segment of training as an aviation maintenance technician. Students will learn the basic terms, concepts, and procedures that serve as the foundation and incorporate hands-on experience in aircraft drawings, weight and balance, fluid lines and fittings, materials and processes, and cleaning and corrosion. AV1240 is required for the General Maintenance Technician courses to be successfully completed before starting the Airframe and Powerplant course for certification. (formerly known as the Aviation Tech IV and AMT 110)

AIRCRAFT PILOT TRAINING I AV1310Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 10-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockStudents will obtain knowledge necessary to complete the FAA Private Pilot Airplane Written Examination which includes flight simulation lessons that support the ground lessons. This course covers Aerodynamic Principles, Powerplant and Related Systems, Flight Instruments Aircraft Performance, Weather Theory, Weather Reports and Forecasts, Federal Aviation Regulations, National Transportation Safety Board, VFR Charts, Airspace, Airport Markings and Operations, Radio Communication, Pilot age and Dead-reckoning Navigation, Radio Navigation, Flight Planning, flight Physiology, as well as hands-on activities.

AIRCRAFT PILOT TRAINING II (Honors) AV1350Prerequisites: Aviation Pilot Training I Grade Level: 11-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Double BlockedStudents continue their pursuit in learning more about the pilot career and build on prior information learned in the Aircraft Pilot Training I course. In support of the flight syllabus, students participate in flight training, ground school, and simulator instruction while studying meteorology, aerodynamics, navigation, physiology, airfield and flight environments, aircraft maneuvers, and aircraft weight and balance.

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL (Honors) AV1360Prerequisites: Any aviation course Grade Level: 10-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Double BlockedThis course will help students understand the skills necessary and the importance of ensuring a smooth flow of air traffic arriving and departing from an airport. Students will experience the role of Air Traffic Controllers in the operation and management of airports, as well as training and career opportunities in this field. Instruction will take place on function and history of Air Traffic Control, duties and responsibilities, Military Air Traffic Control, Meteorology, Emergency situations and other related topics. Knowledge will be obtained in preparation for the FAA Air Traffic Control exam.

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AIRPORT OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AV1330Prerequisites: Previous Aviation Course Grade Level: 10-12Credit: 1 credit per semester (First semester offering) Period: Double Blocked This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the role of the airport manager in the management, administration, financing, and operation of small, medium, and large airports. Instruction will introdiuce the students to the many careers involved in this field such as security, marketing, and other business skills. This course is also designed to provide students with an understanding of the role of the airline’s manager in relation to management, administration, financing, and operation of an airline. Students will be introduced to flight scheduling, routes and hubs, crew scheduling, safety, customer service, fleet management and ground support operations, aircraft maintenance and engineering, accident investigations as well as other topics.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE IN AVIATION I AV1410Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 9-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockStudents are introduced to the legal foundations and processes, and the principles, techniques, and practices for exploring careers within the criminal justice system. The course then introduces students into several Aviation related professions and organizations.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE IN AVIATION II (Honors) AV1450Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 10-12Credit: 1 credit per semester Period: Double BlockStudents learn the legal foundations and processes, principles, techniques, and practices for exploring careers within the criminal justice system, and the history of terrorism in the United States. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised, practical experience throughout the school year and relate to several aspects of Aviation and Aerospace.

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS (Honors) AV1120Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design-Aviation Grade Level: 10-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockFrom smart phones to appliances, digital circuits are all around us. This course provides a foundation for students who are interested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such as combinational and sequential logic and are exposed to circuit design tools used in industry, including logic gates, integrated circuits, and programmable logic devices.

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ENGINEERING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT - CAPSTONE Available 2019-20Prerequisites: Aerospace Engineering Grade Level: 12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single Block The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout PLTW Engineering come together in EDD as they identify an issue and then research, design, and test a solution. Ultimately will present their solution to a panel of engineers. Students apply the professional skills they have developed to document a design process to standards. By completing EDD, students will be ready to take on any post-secondary program or career.

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN - AEROSPACE AV1110Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 9-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single Block Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software and use an engineering notebook to document their work.

PUBLIC SAFETY IN AVIATION I available 2018-2019Prerequisites: None Grade Level: 9-12Credit: ½ credit per semester Period: Single BlockStudents perform procedures related to law enforcement and firefighting occupations including: learning the history of the criminal justice system; policing skills; the rule of law; crime scene investigation; the role of the courts; communications systems; first aid and CPR techniques; protective devices (e.g. sprinklers); the history and fundamentals of the fire service; rescue procedures; and procedures for using personal protective equipment (PPE), the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), water supply, hoses, and nozzles as it pertains to aircraft, airports, and airfields.

PUBLIC SAFETY IN AVIATION II (Honors) available 2019-2020 Prerequisites: Public Safety in Aviation I Grade Level: 9-12Credit: 1 credit per semester Period: Double Block

(Students must be at least 16 years old by the first day of the course offering)Students perform procedures related to law enforcement and firefighting occupations including: learning policing; the rule of law; the role of the courts, including juvenile justice; the history and fundamentals of the fire service; fire behavior; building construction; ventilation; salvage, overhaul, and cause of fire; the value of fire prevention and public fire education programs; fire suppression techniques; forcible entry methods; HazMat standards; and equipment related to firefighting and criminal justice as it pertains to aircraft, airports and airfields.

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Types of Diploma Seals

DENBIGH HIGH SCHOOL AVIATION ACADEMY - MAGNET SEAL• Fulfill requirements for Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma• Complete Prescribed Career Strand• Fulfill Community Service Hours/Internship• Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher• Pass an exam that confers certification

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATIONAL SEAL• Fulfill requirements for Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma• Complete prescribed sequence of courses in a CTE concentration or specialization• Meet one of the following conditions: 1. Maintain a “B” or better in CTE courses 2. Pass an exam that confers certification 3. Acquire a professional license in a career and technical field

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Pathway & Courses Associated Possible Certifications, Licenses and Opportunities Offered

Aviation Technology • AMT 1 • AMT 2

• For all course completer courses – CTECS Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth

• General Certification – Contingent upon passing test and acceptance at Liberty University and Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM)

Flight Operations • Aircraft Pilot Training I & II

• FAA Private Pilot Practical Test – This is a professional license that students can acquire outside of class.

• 2.5 hours of flight time may be earned if approved by the instructor• For all course completer courses – CTECS Workplace Readiness Skills for

the CommonwealthAerospace Engineering • For all course completer courses – CTECS Workplace Readiness Skills for

the Commonwealth• PLTW End of Course Test• CAD Assessment

Aviation Security and Safety • Criminal Justice In Aviation I & II • Public Safety in Aviation I & II

• For all course completer courses – CTECS Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth

• Criminal Justice Assessment• Emergency and Fire Management Services Assessment• Protective Services Assessment

Students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications once they have met the criteria. The following is a list of the current industry certifications offered at Aviation Academy.

Indusry Certifications Offered

Students are eligible to earn the Aviation Academy seal and /or the Career and Technical Education Seal. Please refer to the criteria below to determine eligibility.

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DENBIGH HIGH SCHOOL Aviation Academyaviation.nn.k12.va.us/doc/aviationcourseguide.pdf · 2019-09-25 · 4 About the Magnet Program DISTINCTIVE FEATURES • “Airport campus” combined