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CVE 5621 - Design and Planning of Airports

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This graduate course provides an overview of aviation concepts, airport planning, airport geometric design, and airport management. The course will delve into elements of an airport, the principles of an efficient airport layout, and Federal Aviation Administration design standards. (prereq: CVE 3611) (quarter system prereq: CV 380)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Demonstrate the importance of the relationship between airport planning, design, and management 
  • Select and apply appropriate airport elements for an efficient airport layout
  • Design a small airport conforming to Federal Aviation Administration design standards
  • Evaluate existing airport layouts, identify areas of deficiency, and recommend improvements  
Prerequisites by Topic
  • None
Course Topics
  • Aviation concepts
  • Airport planning
  • Airport elements
  • Federal Aviation Administration design standards
  • Airport geometric design
  • Airport management
Coordinator
Dr. Mitzi M. Dobersek, P.E.


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