Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
FAA-0855
Organization's ID:
FAA50314001
Organization:
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
6 days (48 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 quality assurance
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to train Field, Service Area (SA), and Headquarters (HQ) Safety personnel in performing QC functions, as well as provide an overview of Quality Assurance (QA) and the SMS.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) processes, effective QC activities, and the key aspects of ATO Safety Management System (SMS)
  • Correctly use QC tools in accordance with associated performance tools

General Topics:

  • Pre-test and safety management system
  • Quality Assurance Fundamentals
  • Quality Control General knowledge
  • Ensuring Compliance Tools
  • Ensuring Compliance Process
  • Initial Event Response
  • Handling of Occurrences and Accidents
  • Responding to Data Requests
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials