AER 160 Instrument Flight Theory

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers the required aeronautical knowledge of the Federal Aviation Administration Regulation Instrument Ground School. Topics include a study of instruments, systems, instrument flight charts, instrument flight planning, approach procedures, and the IFR regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the competencies required to complete the FAA written examination for an instrument rating.

Pre-requisite(s): AER 150.
Course is typically offered in Fall and Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At successful completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Analyze the principles of basic instrument flying to include functions and limitations of flight instruments and radio aids to navigation.
Examine the types of services provided by the air traffic control system.
Explain the procedures used to execute various IFR operations including approach, departure, enroute, and arrival.
Evaluate various simulated emergency scenarios to identify appropriate responses.
Exercise aeronautical decision making to plan a flight and appropriate alternatives if the flight cannot be conducted as planned.