Course detail

Theoretical Study PPL

FSI-0P1 Acad. year: 2022/2023 Summer semester

Learning outcomes of the course unit The subject acquaints the student with the initial theoretical knowledge for obtaining a private pilot license. These are the issues of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, navigation, radionavigation, meteorology, operating procedures, communications, aircraft design, aircraft instruments and human performance.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

2

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Certificate of completion of theoretical training.

Prerequisites

High school level knowledge of mathematics and physics is demanded.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is taught in the form of lectures, which are an explanation of the basic principles and theories of the discipline.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Conditions for granting the credit:
– at least 80% attendance at lectures,
– at least 75% of correct answers in the written test.
The classification is governed by the ETCS rules.

Aims

Theoretically prepare a student to pass the examinations at the Civil Aviation Authority to obtain a private pilot license (PPL).

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Attendance at lectures is compulsory and is reported in the class book of the flight school.

The study programmes with the given course

Programme B-PRP-P: Professional Pilot, Bachelor's, elective

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

39 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Syllabus

1. Aerodynamics
2. Flight mechanics
3. Aircraft construction
4. Aviation meteorology
5. Navigation
6. Radionavigation
7. Human limitations and performance
8. Aircraft instruments
9. ATC procedures
10. Operating procedures
11. Communication
12. Flight planning and execution
13. Test