ATF2203L - Commercial Pilot Single Engine Additional

1 hour Lab, 1 credit(s)

Lower-Division College Credit

Prerequisite(s): ATF 2410L

AA Elective: No

Course Description:
This course provides a study of the aeronautical skills and abilities required for an additional Commercial Pilot Single Engine Certificate. Topics include commercial flying regulations, safety, operations, navigation systems, chart use, weather conditions, flight planning, aeronautical decision making, and resource management. The student must complete the appropriate flight lessons and pass the Federal Aviation Administration’s Commercial Pilot Single Engine Additional Rating Practical Exam to satisfactorily complete the course. Flight training fees are paid directly to the College in advance.

Academic Dean’s Contact Information

LAKELAND DEAN’S OFFICE: LLC 2255 PHONE: (863) 297-1024
WINTER HAVEN DEAN’S OFFICE: WSC 101 PHONE: (863) 297-1020

Polk State College Mission and Outcomes

Polk State College is a quality-driven educational institution, providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degrees, career certificates, and workforce development programs, delivered by diverse, qualified faculty and staff who are committed to student learning and achievement through the consistent practice of collaboration and focus on excellence. In line with this purpose, Polk State College’s AS programs develop competence in career areas. A primary focus of this course is the development of competencies related to the following program learning outcome(s):

• Exemplify the understanding of safe and effective work practices.
• Apply an understanding of the fundamentals of flight.
• Explain pertinent US Code of Federal Regulations Title 14, the National Transportation Safety
Board (NTSB), and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
• Demonstrate understanding and assessment of meteorology.
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and management of aircraft systems.
• Employ analytical skills.
• Demonstrate and evaluate aircraft operations.

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Perform to the FAA Commercial Pilot Single Engine Practical Test Standards in all applicable
areas (see attached).
2. Apply Upset Prevention and Recovery strategies in all aspects of aircraft operations.

Course Content:
General
Regulations applicable to student pilot (14 CFR Part 61, Part 91, Part 135, Part 121, Part 23, NTSB, TSA)
Appropriate logbook and certificate endorsements
Safety procedures and practices
Certificates and documents
Systems
Airworthiness requirements
Weight and balance
Performance and limitations
Wake turbulence avoidance
Wind shear awareness and recovery procedures
Preflight inspection
Single-pilot resource management (SRM)
Task management
Risk management
Situational awareness
Weight and balance
Performance charts
Radio communications
Checklist usage
Crosswind taxi
Normal/crosswind takeoff and climb
Use of trim
Collision avoidance
Upset Prevention and Recovery Training
Spin awareness and recovery procedures
Emergency operations

Single-pilot resource management
Task management
Risk management
Situational awareness
Aeronautical decision-making
Controlled flight into terrain awareness
Automation management

Preflight preparation
Certificates and documents
Airworthiness requirements
Weather information
Cross-country flight planning
National airspace system
Performance and limitations
Operation of systems
Aeromedical factors
Principles of flight

Preflight procedures
Preflight inspection
Single-pilot resource management
Cockpit management
Engine starting
Taxiing
Runway incursion avoidance
Before takeoff check

Airport operations
Radio communications
Airport runway and taxiway signs, markings, and lighting
Traffic patterns

Takeoffs, landings, and go-around/rejected landings
Normal and crosswind takeoff and climb
Normal and crosswind approach and landing
Soft-field takeoff and climb
Soft-field approach and landing
Short-field takeoff and climb
Short-field approach and landing
Power-off 180-degree accuracy approach and landing
Go-around/rejected landing

Performance maneuver
Steep turns
Steep spiral
Chandelles
Lazy Eights

Ground reference maneuvers
Eights-on-Pylons

Navigation
Pilotage and dead reckoning
Navigation systems and radar services
Diversion
Lost procedures

Slow flight and stalls
Maneuvering during slow flight
Power-off stalls
Power-on stalls
Accelerated stalls
Spin awareness

Emergency operations
Emergency descent
Emergency approach and landing (simulated)
Systems and equipment malfunctions
Emergency equipment and survival gear

High Altitude Operations
Supplemental Oxygen
Pressurization

Postflight procedures
After landing, parking and securing

Textbook and Other Requirements

Textbook information is provided in the course syllabus, at the campus bookstore, and on the campus bookstore website at: www.efollett.com.

The Gordon Rule

This is not a Gordon Rule course.

Student Help

The professor is available for help during posted hours and by appointment during other non-class hours. Students are encouraged to seek assistance from the professor. To further the educational process, the campus Learning Resources Centers, comprised of the Teaching/Learning and Computing Center (TLCC) and library, are available for student use. Each resource provides qualified staff and up-to-date equipment and facilities to promote students’ academic success. The TLCC provides tutoring services, computing resources, and other instructional support. The library provides information resources, individual and group study space, research assistance, information literacy instruction, and computing resources. Each facility provides free wireless access to the Internet. Polk State College Library and TLCC hours of operation and tutoring schedules are posted at each facility and on the Polk State College website.

Withdrawing From a Course

Students may officially withdraw from course(s) during any given term, provided they follow the appropriate policy and procedure. Following the conclusion of the Drop/Add Period, a student may officially withdraw without academic penalty from any credit course, provided he or she has submitted the appropriate forms to the Student Services Office no later than the published deadline. The published deadline reflects approximately (but no more than) 70% of the term, based upon the course’s scheduled duration. It is the student’s responsibility to submit these withdrawal forms; failure to do so may result in a grade of F in the course. Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. A student is not allowed to withdraw from a third course attempt. Limited admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding withdrawing from courses that vary from this policy. Please see the student handbook for that program for more information. If a student stops attending class, the grade earned, usually an F, is assigned and posted. Prior to withdrawing from a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, withdrawal from the course will have on his or her financial aid status. A student cannot use course withdrawal to avoid academic dishonesty penalties. A student who has been penalized for academic dishonesty in a course is not eligible to withdraw from the course.

Withdrawing From a Course

Academic Dishonesty

Each student is responsible for his or her work. It is assumed that each student is honest and will abide by this standard; however, in the event that there is an indication or suspicion of cheating/plagiarism, the situation shall be dealt with in accordance with the published College policy. Copies of this policy are available in the Student Services Office. Students should also refer to the course syllabus for more specific information.

Information Technology Access/Use Policy

All individuals who employ the information technology resources provided by Polk State College (this includes, but is not limited to, telephones, computers, the Polk State College Local Area and Wide Area Networks, and the Internet) must use these resources for academic purposes only. Use of these resources is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate use can result in revocation or suspension of this privilege.

Equal Access/Opportunity

Polk State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for admission to the College. Polk State College is committed to the equitable treatment of all students in a learning environment free of discrimination and harassment. Polk State College’s Equity Officer ensures compliance with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination and sexual harassment. Students who believe they have been a victim of discrimination or sexual harassment should contact the Polk State College Equity Officer, Ms. Valparisa Baker, at 863-292-3602 or vbaker@polk.edu.

Equal Opportunity For Students With Disabilities

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and provides equal educational opportunity for qualified individuals. A student with a disability who requires special accommodations or auxiliary aids under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Student Services Office on either campus and speak with the Coordinator of Academic Advising.

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