AERO 3170 - Aviation Safety

3 credit hours

Prerequisite: AERO 1020 with minimum grade of C (2.0). Comprehensive analysis of the principles, practices, and regulatory environment of safety in aviation operations. These include human factors issues and best practices, approaches to safety management, the role of government agencies in aviation safety, and the requirements of Safety Management Systems (SMS). Numerous case studies involving aircraft accidents or incidents examined to assist students in identifying potential risks and hazards in the flight environment.

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