Advanced GPS Navigation – AVIA 342
CG • Section 8WK • 07/01/2018 to 12/31/2199 • Modified 02/01/2024
Course Description
The quality and effectiveness of this course is dependent upon the focus of real-life lessons rather than simple textbook learning. This course teaches the practical use of global positioning through the Garmin G1000 Flight Management System. We will cover GPS theory, operations, hardware and software usage, and refer to similar equipment models. This course references the National Airspace System and critical Air Traffic Control elements including navigational aids, operations in controlled and uncontrolled airspace, as well as towered and non-towered airport environments. Elements of communication, radio operations, as well as normal and abnormal operations are discussed. The content encompasses all phases of instrument flying including instrument approaches, holding and course reversals, departures, en route and arrivals as well as vertical navigation (VNAV) descents, troubleshooting and malfunctions, WAAS and autopilot use in an instrument flight rules (IFR) environment.
For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.
Rationale
Students will focus on learning the Garmin G1000 Flight Management System and how it interfaces with autopilot system for flight in a visual flight rules (VFR) and instrument flight rules (IFR) environment. Global positioning is a forefront technology ever improving for advanced standards in general aviation and navigational operations. Safe and efficient navigation in the international airspace system is highly dependent on understanding the theory, hardware, and software functions of flight management systems that incorporate global positioning.
Course Assignment
After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
Each student is to record his or her personal introduction. This can be done via computer, smartphone, or another similar device. The video files may be attached to the Discussion thread (if the student is uploading a file), or the student may share a YouTube or Kaltura video link. Each recorded video must be 2-3 minutes. In addition to the video thread, the student is required to reply to 2 other classmates’ videos. Each reply must be a minimum of 150 words.
Discussions (4)
Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student will complete various Discussions in this course. The student will post one thread of at least 400 words, but no more than 500 words, words. In addition, the student must then post 2 replies of 250 words. Both the thread and each reply must demonstrate appropriate, coherent, and concise written communication skills. Each thread must utilize at least 3 in-text citations from a scholarly source and at least 1 biblical application with scripture reference as support. Each reply must utilize at least 2 in-text citations and at least 1 biblical application with scripture reference as support. The reference section of both the thread and the two replies must have at least 2 scholarly references and 1 biblical reference. (CLO: A, B, D)
G1000 Study Guide Creation Project Assignment
This assignment aims to demonstrate the application of the primary flight display and the multi-function display of the Garmin G1000 by combining the components of the Garmin G1000's display in practical applications. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E)
Flight Planning and Execution Project Assignment
This assignment aims to explore the functionality and integration of the primary flight display (PFD), multi-function display (MFD), and associated controls. Utilize the G1000 for navigation purposes, including waypoint navigation, flight plan management, and utilizing the moving map display to demonstrate proficiency in G1000 operational procedures. The presentation should be no longer than 10 minutes, but no shorter than 5 minutes. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E)
Aviation Blog Assignment
The objective of this assignment is to create a narrative blog post that informs, engages, and educates readers about the practical application of GPS navigation systems in the aviation industry. The blog post should convey a factual story with true events of factual information in an interesting and succinct manner, highlighting the benefits and significance of GPS navigation in aviation operations. This factual narrative can be an accident or incident that occurred in the past. It could be a personal story where the student has experienced GPS navigation in real-life applications. This assignment is reflective and should include many elements learned throughout this course. This assignment should be between 900 and 1000 words. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E)
Quiz
The quiz will cover the material for the assigned Modules: Weeks. The quiz will be open-book/open-notes; contain 18 multiple-choice, true/false, and/or short-answer questions, has two attempts, and has 2 hour time limit. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E)
