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CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT (ENGLISH) PROGRAMME
COURSE DESCRIPTION
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| Name of the Course Unit
| Code
| Year
| Semester
| In-Class Hours (T+P)
| Credit
| ECTS Credit
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| AIR TRANSPORTATION |
CAM102 |
1 |
2 |
3+0 |
3.0 |
7.0 |
| General Information |
| Language of Instruction |
English |
| Level of the Course Unit |
Bachelor's Degree, TYYÇ: Level 6, EQF-LLL: Level 6, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
| Type of the Course |
Compulsory |
| Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit |
Face-to-face |
| Work Placement(s) Requirement for the Course Unit |
No |
| Coordinator of the Course Unit |
Dr. NALAN GELİRLİ |
| Instructor(s) of the Course Unit |
Instructor TAPDİQ VEYRAN OĞLU İMANOV
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| Assistant(s) of the Course Unit |
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| Prerequisites and/or co-requisities of the course unit |
| CATEGORY OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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| Category of the Course Unit |
Degree of Contribution (%) |
| Fundamental Course in the field |
% 50 |
| Course providing specialised skills to the main field |
% 20 |
| Course providing supportive skills to the main field |
% 20 |
| Course providing humanistic, communication and management skills |
- |
| Course providing transferable skills |
% 10 |
| Objectives and Contents |
| Objectives of the Course Unit |
To provide comprehensive knowledge of the air transportation industry, including its history, development, and current trends.
To understand the regulatory frameworks and international standards governing air transportation.
To analyze the operational aspects of air carriers, including fleet management, route planning, and passenger services.
To explore the economic and environmental impacts of air transportation.
To develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making as they pertain to air transportation challenges. |
| Contents of the Course Unit |
Introduction to Air Transportation:
History and evolution of the air transport industry.
Overview of global and regional air transportation systems.
Regulatory Frameworks and Safety Standards:
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and International Air Transport Association (IATA) guidelines.
Safety protocols, security measures, and emergency procedures.
Airline Operations and Management:
Fleet management, maintenance, and operational logistics.
Passenger handling, cargo operations, and customer service.
Air Transport Economics and Finance:
Pricing strategies, revenue management, and cost control.
Financial performance and sustainability in the air transport sector.
Environmental Impacts and Sustainability:
The environmental footprint of air transport.
Technological advancements and policies for sustainable aviation. |
| Contribution of the Course Intending to Provide the Professional Education |
This course aims to equip students with a thorough understanding of the air transportation industry, preparing them for various professional roles within the sector.
Through case studies, industry reports, and interactive discussions, students will gain practical insights and develop skills applicable to careers in airline operations, airport management, aviation policy, and more.
The course also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and ethical practices in air transportation, aligning with the evolving demands of the industry and global standards. |
No
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Key Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to:
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| 1 |
Understand the Evolution and Structure of the Air Transportation Industry:
Students will be able to describe the historical development of air transportation and identify key milestones.
They will understand the structure of the industry, including the roles and functions of airlines, airports, and regulatory bodies. | | 2 |
Knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks and Safety Standards:
Students will gain knowledge of international and national regulations governing air transportation.
They will understand the importance of safety standards, security protocols, and emergency procedures in aviation. | | 3 |
Proficiency in Airline Operations and Management:
Students will be able to explain the fundamentals of airline operations, including fleet management, route planning, and scheduling.
They will understand principles of passenger service, cargo handling, and airline customer service management. | | 4 |
Understanding of Air Transport Economics and Financial Management:
Students will learn about economic models, pricing strategies, and financial management in the air transport sector.
They will be able to analyze financial statements and assess the economic health of airline companies. | | 5 |
Awareness of Environmental Impact and Sustainability Practices:
Students will understand the environmental impacts of air transportation.
They will be aware of sustainable practices and technological innovations aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of aviation. | | 6 |
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills:
Students will develop the ability to critically analyze industry challenges and propose viable solutions.
They will enhance their problem-solving skills through case studies and real-world scenarios. | | 7 |
Effective Communication and Teamwork:
Students will learn to effectively communicate complex ideas related to air transportation.
They will develop teamwork skills through collaborative projects and group discussions. | | 8 |
Preparation for Professional Roles in the Air Transportation Sector:
Students will be prepared for various career paths in the air transportation industry.
They will gain insights into the skills and qualifications required for roles in airline management, airport operations, and aviation policy-making. | | 9 |
- | | 10 |
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| Weekly Course Contents and Study Materials for Preliminary & Further Study |
| Week |
Topics (Subjects) |
Preparatory & Further Activities |
| 1 |
Overview of the air transportation industry.
Historical development and milestones in aviation. |
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| 2 |
Understanding different air transport markets.
Role of major international and regional airlines. |
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| 3 |
International aviation laws and regulations.
Role of organizations like ICAO and IATA. |
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| 4 |
International aviation laws and regulations.
Role of organizations like ICAO and IATA. |
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| 5 |
Basics of fleet management.
Route planning and flight scheduling. |
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| 6 |
Ground operations and passenger handling.
Cargo operations and logistics. |
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| 7 |
Management of airline and airport operations.
Customer service and passenger experience. |
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| 8 |
Economic principles in air transportation.
Pricing strategies and revenue management. |
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| 9 |
MIDTERM |
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| 10 |
Financial aspects of airline operations.
Analysis of airline financial performance. |
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| 11 |
Environmental challenges in aviation.
Sustainable practices and green technologies. |
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| 12 |
Innovations in air transport.
Future challenges and opportunities in aviation. |
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| 13 |
Review of key concepts and learnings.
Preparation for final assessments or project presentations. |
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| 14 |
FINAL EXAM |
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| SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Textbooks
1-"Air Transportation: A Management Perspective" by John G. Wensveen
2-"Fundamentals of Air Transport Management" by Senguttuvan
3-"Introduction to Air Transport Economics: From Theory to Applications" by Bijan Vasigh, Ken Fleming, and Thomas Tacker
4-"Flying Off Course: Airline Economics and Marketing" by Rigas Doganis
Academic Journals
1-Journal of Air Transport Management
2-Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review
3-The Aeronautical Journal
Industry Reports and Publications
1-IATA (International Air Transport Association) Reports and Publications
2-ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Documents |
| MATERIAL SHARING |
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| Course Notes |
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| Presentations |
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| Homework |
No file found |
| Exam Questions & Solutions |
No file found |
| Useful Links |
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| Video and Visual Materials |
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| Other |
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| Announcements |
No file found |
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CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
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KNOWLEDGE
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Theoretical
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
Ability to relate and apply fundamental sciences to learning the essential Aviation Management concepts and theories of different branches. | | | | | | X |
| 2 |
Ability to understand the derivation of these concepts and theories by relating them to the real-life aviation cases within the related Aviation Management branch. | | | | | X | |
| 3 |
Ability to define clearly and analyze the aviation problems by applying the introduced Aviation Management concepts and theories of the related branch. | | | | | | X |
| 4 |
Ability to use decision-making skills and perform design calculations correctly for the solution of the defined problem/project by applying the introduced theories of the related Aviation Management branch. | | | | | | X |
| 5 |
Ability to understand and carry out the practical applications of learned Aviation Management concepts and theories on site and/or laboratory. | | | | | X | |
| 6 |
Ability to use software packages for the analysis and/or the design of the defined Aviation Management problems/projects. | | | | | | X |
| 7 |
Ability to manage time and resources effectively and efficiently while carrying out Aviation Management projects. | | | | | | X |
| 8 |
Ability to participate in team-works in a harmonized manner for the solution of the targeted problem. | | | | | | X |
| 9 |
Ability to write technical reports and/or to carry out presentations on the studied engineering project using the modern techniques and facilities. | | | | | | X |
| 10 |
Ability to carry out and finalize a Civil Aviation Management study/project/term homework by showing professional ethics. | | | | | | X |
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Factual
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
All the subjects they learn have real-life applicability and specific fields of study. | | | | | | X |
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SKILLS
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Cognitive
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
Ability to relate and apply fundamental sciences to learning the essential Aviation Management concepts and theories of different branches. | | | | | | X |
| 2 |
Ability to understand the derivation of these concepts and theories by relating them to the real-life aviation cases within the related Aviation Management branch. | | | | | | X |
| 3 |
Ability to define clearly and analyze the implementing problems by applying the introduced Aviation Management concepts and theories of the related branch. | | | | | | X |
| 4 |
Ability to use decision-making skills and perform design calculations correctly for the solution of the defined problem/project by applying the introduced theories of the related Aviation Management branch. | | | | | | X |
| 5 |
Ability to participate in team-works in a harmonized manner for the solution of the targeted problem. | | | | | | X |
| 6 |
Ability to write technical reports and/or to carry out presentations on the studied engineering project using the modern techniques and facilities. | | | | | | X |
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Practical
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
Ability to understand and carry out the practical applications of learned Aviation Management concepts and theories on site and/or laboratory. | | | | | | X |
| 2 |
Ability to use software packages for the analysis and/or the design of the defined Aviation Management problems/projects. | | | | | | X |
| 3 |
Ability to manage time and resources effectively and efficiently while carrying out Aviation Management projects. | | | | | | X |
| 4 |
Ability to carry out and finalize a Aviation Management study/project/term homework by showing professional ethics. | | | | | | X |
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PERSONAL & OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCES IN TERMS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS
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Autonomy & Responsibility
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
organize seminars and conferences | | | | | | X |
| 2 |
establish legal research skills | | | | | | X |
| 3 |
to establish safety and security awareness in aviation | | | | | | X |
| 4 |
to be able to legislation framework of aviation and to learn how to implement it and what the organizations are related to it. | | | | | | X |
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Learning to Learn
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To increase students' awareness about all areas of aviation, both locally and internationally, and show the key ways they need to create a good network. | | | | | | X |
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Communication & Social
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
Communicate with other aviation management programs conducted in other universities. | | | | | | X |
| 2 |
Communicate with other stakeholders such as airports, airlines, aviation academies, cargo, ground handling companies. | | | | | | X |
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Occupational and/or Vocational
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| No |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION* |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
Act in accordance with moral and ethical concepts related to aviation management. | | | | | | X |
| *Level of Contribution (0-5): Empty-Null (0), 1- Very Low, 2- Low, 3- Medium, 4- High, 5- Very High |
No
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Key Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to:
|
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES |
| 1 |
Understand the Evolution and Structure of the Air Transportation Industry:
Students will be able to describe the historical development of air transportation and identify key milestones.
They will understand the structure of the industry, including the roles and functions of airlines, airports, and regulatory bodies. | | | 2 |
Knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks and Safety Standards:
Students will gain knowledge of international and national regulations governing air transportation.
They will understand the importance of safety standards, security protocols, and emergency procedures in aviation. | | | 3 |
Proficiency in Airline Operations and Management:
Students will be able to explain the fundamentals of airline operations, including fleet management, route planning, and scheduling.
They will understand principles of passenger service, cargo handling, and airline customer service management. | | | 4 |
Understanding of Air Transport Economics and Financial Management:
Students will learn about economic models, pricing strategies, and financial management in the air transport sector.
They will be able to analyze financial statements and assess the economic health of airline companies. | | | 5 |
Awareness of Environmental Impact and Sustainability Practices:
Students will understand the environmental impacts of air transportation.
They will be aware of sustainable practices and technological innovations aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of aviation. | | | 6 |
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills:
Students will develop the ability to critically analyze industry challenges and propose viable solutions.
They will enhance their problem-solving skills through case studies and real-world scenarios. | | | 7 |
Effective Communication and Teamwork:
Students will learn to effectively communicate complex ideas related to air transportation.
They will develop teamwork skills through collaborative projects and group discussions. | | | 8 |
Preparation for Professional Roles in the Air Transportation Sector:
Students will be prepared for various career paths in the air transportation industry.
They will gain insights into the skills and qualifications required for roles in airline management, airport operations, and aviation policy-making. | |
| Assessment |
| Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities |
Number ofActivities |
Degree of Contribution (%) |
| Mid-Term Exam |
1 |
% 40 |
| Computer Based Presentation |
0 |
- |
| Short Exam |
1 |
% 10 |
| Presentation of Report |
0 |
- |
| Homework Assessment |
0 |
- |
| Oral Exam |
0 |
- |
| Presentation of Thesis |
0 |
- |
| Presentation of Document |
0 |
- |
| Expert Assessment |
0 |
- |
| Board Exam |
0 |
- |
| Practice Exam |
0 |
- |
| Year-End Final Exam |
1 |
% 50 |
| Internship Exam |
0 |
- |
| TOTAL |
3 |
%100 |
|---|
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| Contribution of In-Term Assessments to Overall Grade |
3 |
%50 |
| Contribution of Final Exam to Overall Grade |
1 |
%50 |
| TOTAL |
4 |
%100 |
| WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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| Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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| Type of the Learning Activites |
Learning Activities
(# of week) |
Duration(hours, h) |
Workload (h) |
| Lecture & In-Class Activities |
14 |
0 |
0 |
| Preliminary & Further Study |
14 |
0 |
0 |
| Land Surveying |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Group Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Laboratory |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Reading |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Assignment (Homework) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Project Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Seminar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Internship |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Technical Visit |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Web Based Learning |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Implementation/Application/Practice |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Practice at a workplace |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Occupational Activity |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Social Activity |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Thesis Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Field Study |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Report Writing |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Total Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
- |
- |
0 |
| Workload for Assessment Activities |
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| Type of the Assessment Activites |
# of Assessment Activities
|
Duration(hours, h) |
Workload (h) |
| Final Exam |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for the Final Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Mid-Term Exam |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Short Exam |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for the Short Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Total Workload for Assessment Activities |
- |
- |
0 |
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| Total Workload of the Course Unit |
- |
- |
0 |
| Workload (h) / 25.5 |
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0.0 |
| ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit |
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7.0 |
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