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So the real question is, why not choose ECU?

Course details

An overview of majors, core units and electives you can study in this course.

Course Learning Outcomes

Apply broad mathematical knowledge and skills in a variety of aviation contexts.
Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of the concepts, best-practice principles and professional developments in a number of areas relating to aerodynamics and aviation.
Demonstrate creativity and innovation in the integration of knowledge of sustainability issues and principles relevant to aviation into professional practice.
Demonstrate cross cultural competence and a strong appreciation for diversity in professional practice in aviation
Demonstrate initiative, planning and decision making through reflective practice and identify opportunities for continued professional development in the aviation profession.
Generate, evaluate and communicate ideas in a range of aviation contexts using digital technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant knowledge from multiple sources.
Review, analyse and synthesise knowledge in order to exercise judgment to interpret and calculate aircraft performance data
Work collaboratively with others in an aviation context, upholding ethical standards within the industry.

Majors you can study in this course

One or more of the majors in this course is externally recognised when studied within this course. Refer to the major for more information.

Course structure

Students are required to complete a Core unit set, plus an 8-unit Major, or a Minor plus Electives, or 8 Electives.

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA1125	Fundamentals of Flight	15
SCP1132	Introduction to Physics	15
MAT1108	Foundations of Mathematics	15
SCA1116	Aviation Legislation and Regulatory Frameworks	15

Note: Students who have passed Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR (or equivalents) should enrol into SCP1111 Physics of Motion or an elective unit in this semester in place of SCP1132 Introduction to Physics. Note: Students who have passed Mathematics: Methods ATAR (or equivalent) should enrol into MAT1236 Calculus 1 or an additional elective in this semester in place of MAT1108 Foundations of Mathematics. Students who have passed Year 11 Mathematics: Methods ATAR (or equivalent) can consider discussing a pre-requisite waiver with the Mathematics coordinator to enable them to enrol into MAT1137 Introductory Applied Mathematics in place of MAT1108 Foundations of Mathematics.

Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA1117	Human Factors in Aviation	15
SCA1229	Aviation Meteorology	15
MAT1114	Introductory Statistics	15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective		15

Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA2101	Aircraft Performance	15
SCA2100	Flight Operations	15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective	x2	30

Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA2212	Advanced Aerodynamics	15
SCA2224	Aircraft Systems	15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective	x2	30

Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA3100	Aircraft Propulsion	15
ENS2170	Principles of Industrial Maintenance	15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective	x2	30

Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code	Unit Title	Credit Points
SCA3200	Crew Resource Management	15
SCA3612	Advanced Flight Planning	15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective		15
ENS5543	Engineering Management	15

Note: The major, minor and/or elective units should be chosen in consultation with the Course Coordinator. At least 4 units must be from the same study area. Suggested complementary areas of study are: Business Studies, Security Science, Physics, Engineering, Psychology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Science.

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Opportunities and career options after you finish this course.

Employment opportunities

This course prepares graduates for a range of careers within the aviation industry such as airline operations or aviation management, and also provides relevant complementary education for those who wish to pursue a career as an airline pilot. Additionally, a suitable choice of elective units will lead to wider employment opportunities within the aviation industry, as well as in other areas.

Possible future job titles

Flight Planner, Aviation Operations Controller, Load Controller, CASA Regulator, Aviation Operations Officer, Air Traffic Controller, Royal Australian Airforce Officer, Pilot

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