Description of Individual Course Units
Course Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleType of Course UnitYear of StudySemesterNumber of ECTS Credits
213300004100VOCATIONAL PRACTICES COURSE Elective2430
Level of Course Unit
Short Cycle
Objectives of the Course
The main objective is to introduce students to the workings, operations, and management of the aviation industry through real-world experience. Throughout the internship, students will explore various aspects of the aviation industry, have the opportunity to integrate their theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and interact with professionals in the field
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1Understanding the Operations of the Aviation Industry
2Development of Practical Application Skills
3Enhancement of Professional Communication Abilities
4Strengthening Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills
5Acquisition of Industry Networking Skills
Mode of Delivery
Daytime Class
Prerequisites and co-requisities
no
Recommended Optional Programme Components
no
Course Contents
The roles and responsibilities of key players in the aviation industry, Flight operations and planning, Airport operations: ground services, terminal procedures, security protocols, Maintenance and repair operations, Airline and airport management
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTheoreticalPracticeLaboratory
1Introduction to the Aviation Industry, Aviation Operations and Safety, Airline Operations and Management, Airport Operations and Management, Aviation Law and Regulations, Technology and Innovation in Aviation, Flight Planning and Management, Aviation Safety and Emergency Management, Environmental Awareness and Sustainability in Aviation, Business Strategies in Aviation, Aviation Finance and Financial Management, Global Marketing and Competition in Aviation, Human Resources Management in Aviation, Career Development and Future Trends in AviationField Studies and Observation
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Midterm Examination1100
SUM100
End Of Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Final Examination1100
SUM100
Term (or Year) Learning Activities40
End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities60
SUM100
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Airports, Airlines, Ground Handling Companies, Civil Aviation Authorities
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesNumberTime (hours)Total Work Load (hours)
Midterm Examination155
Final Examination122
Makeup Examination122
Practice1444616
Observation14570
Self Study14570
Report14570
Performance14570
Homework122
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)907
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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LO1              5
LO2              5
LO3              5
LO4              5
LO5              5
* Contribution Level : 1 Very low 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Very High
 
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