Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
FAA-0852
Organization's ID:
50034002
Organization:
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
200 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Terminal Radar Operations
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide terminal air traffic control specialists and consists of classroom and laboratory instruction. The instruction provided will enable the specialist to operate radar control positions and solve radar air traffic control problems.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Perform situation monitoring
  • Resolve conflict situations
  • Sequence air traffic
  • Route or plan flights
  • Assess weather impact
  • Manage position resources

General Topics:

  • Primary and Secondary Radar
  • STARS
  • RADAR Identification
  • Vectoring
  • Arrival-Approach Procedures
  • Departure Procedures
  • Emergencies and Unusual Situations
  • Weather
  • Flight Data Input-Output
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials