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
Supervisor
Department
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