AES 2200 - Fundamentals of Air Traffic Control

Credits: 4 (2 + 4)

Prerequisite(s): AES 1100 or Permission of instructor

This course is an introduction to air traffic services, procedures, communications, record keeping, regulations, emergencies, and air space constructions. Basic and advanced ATC (air traffic control) radar topics are introduced with emphasis on hands-on application in the simulator lab. Lab exercises encompass aircraft separation, identification and speed control, flight progress strip usage, emergency procedures, and the elements necessary for the safe operation of the ATC system.