AH 4900 - Selected Topics in Art History

• Be able to critically assess and comment on own writing and writing of others.
• Develop ability to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information and to compose original arguments.
• Develop ideas for research projects and be able to apply strategies of revision.

AH 4902 - Contemporary Art Theory and Criticism

• Be able to analyze and interpret theoretical and critical explorations regarding art and art history from the past thirty years.
• Be able to critically assess and comment on own writing and writing of others.
• Become familiarized with a range of theoretical and methodological approaches to the analysis of art.
• Develop ability to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information and to compose original arguments.
• Develop ideas for research projects and be able to apply strategies of revision.

AH 4920 - Service Learning in Art History

• Build knowledge of scholarly resources pertaining to service learning experience.
• Learn to create focused research projects pertaining to service learning experience.
• Learn to critically assess and evaluate service learning experience.

AH 4930 - Independent Study–Projects

• Develop ability to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information and to compose original arguments.
• Develop knowledge of scholarly resources.
• Learn to develop focused research project.

AH 4970T - Art History Tutorial

• Be able to communicate effectively in student’s own discipline(s) and to a wider audience.
• Be able to work effectively with difficult, multi-dimensional subjects in student’s area of study.
• Develop a sophisticated understanding of their primary area of study.
• Develop ability to pursue independent research and/or creative activity.

AH 4980T - Art History Tutorial

• Be able to communicate effectively in student’s own discipline(s) and to a wider audience.
• Be able to work effectively with difficult, multi-dimensional subjects in student’s area of study.
• Develop a sophisticated understanding of their primary area of study.
• Develop ability to pursue independent research and/or creative activity.

ASTR 1000 - Survey of Astronomy

• Be able to explain the nature of stars, including their energy source and evolution.
• Describe evidence for an expanding universe of finite age, and current questions regarding its composition and evolution.
• Describe the nature of light and the role of telescopes in advancing astronomical knowledge.
• Know basic characteristics of galaxies, and means by which we study their properties and evolution.
• Read graphs and charts to extract needed information.
• Understand how to analyze, evaluate, and test a scientific hypothesis.
• Understand the origins of common astronomical phenomena such as the seasons, lunar phases, eclipses, and celestial motions.
• Use basic scientific language and processes and be able to distinguish between scientific and non-scientific explanations.
• Use mathematical formulae and solve qualitative problems with them.

ASTR 1001 - Moons and Planets: The Solar System

• Apply astronomical concepts to the search for life in the universe.
• Compare and contrast the planets and minor planets in our solar system, with an understanding of the physical processes which cause the differences.
• Describe a variety of astronomical tools and measurement techniques.
• Outline the development of astronomy from ancient times to the present and explain the role of the scientific method in this development.
• Read graphs and charts to extract needed information.
• Recognize and identify various types of celestial objects such as planets, asteroids, comets, stars, etc.
• Understand how to analyze, evaluate, and test a scientific hypothesis.
• Use basic scientific language and processes and be able to distinguish between scientific and non-scientific explanations.
• Use mathematical formulae and solve qualitative problems with them.

ASTR 1400 - Observational Astronomy Laboratory

• Achieve basic understanding of the geometry of the night sky resulting from spatial relationships within the solar system.
• Develop a basic understanding of the nature of planets, moons, stars, and galaxies.
• Understand the purpose and principles whereby telescopes enable astronomical observations and discovery.

ASTR 2900 - Special Topics in Astronomy

• Students will increase their knowledge in Astronomy.

ASTR 3251 - Fundamentals of Astrophysics

• Achieve understanding of mathematical frameworks and formalism’s common to astronomy.
• Acquire basic knowledge of a broad spectrum of astronomical topics.
• Be prepared for upper-level undergraduate and beginning graduate courses in astrophysics.
• Understand what properties of objects can be studied with the light they emit and how to go about doing so.

ASTR 3940 - Astronomy Laboratory

• Achieve understanding of proper methods and techniques for the reduction of astronomical data.

ASTR 4201 - Stellar Astrophysics and Radiation

• Be able to describe the dominant constituents of the cold interstellar medium and the primary means for their detection and measurement.
• Be able to use the radiative transfer equation to describe the effects of light interacting with diffuse matter.
• Have a quantitative understanding of the equations governing stellar structure.
• Show familiarity with the nature of degenerate matter and its manifestations in stellar remnants.
• Understand the phenomenology of stellar evolution.
• Understand the physical basis of the dominant radiation mechanisms in astrophysical settings.
• Understand the relationship between atomic structure and spectral lines, and the relationship between line broadening and the curve of growth.

ASTR 4202 - Interstellar Medium and Galaxies

• Be able to describe the major constituents of the Milky Way, and correlations between kinematics, structure, and metallicity.
• Be able to describe the structure and basic physical processes at work in active galactic nuclei.
• Demonstrate a quantitative understanding of processes governing ionization and thermal equilibrium in nebulae.
• Develop familiarity with the fundamental equations governing dynamics of stars in galaxies.
• Understand the physical basis of scenarios for the formation of galaxies, clusters, and large scale structure.
• Understand the physical basis of shocks in gaseous media and their consequences.

ASTR 4271 - Observational Astrophysics

• Be able to calculate and predict signal-to-noise ratio for CCD observations of astronomical sources.
• Be able to calibrate astronomical measurements from detector output to physical units.
• Demonstrate familiarity with optical photometric systems and their definitions.
• Understand the basics of CCD design and operation.
• Understand the essential elements of writing successful observing proposals.

ASTR 4900 - Special Topics in Astronomy

• Students will increase their knowledge in Astronomy.

ASTR 4930 - Studies in Astronomy

• In depth study of a field not covered by the undergraduate Astronomy classes.

AT 1001 - Introduction to Sports Medicine

• Students will be able to explain roles and responsibilities and identify work settings where athletic trainers and other sports medicine professionals are employed.
• Students will be able to explain the professional preparation of athletic trainers as required by Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
• Students will be able to describe the inherent risks associated with various environmental and physical conditions in the athletic population.
• Students will be able to identify common mechanisms of injury and the tissue response to those injuries.
• Students will be able to identify the components of a comprehensive athletic injury / illness prevention program.
• Students will be able to identify customized protective equipment

AT 1002 - Orthopedic Clinical Skills in Sports Medicine

• The student will be able to assess an individual’s height and weight.
• The student will be able to instruct a patient how to use an ambulatory device.
• The student will be able to describe the components of the physical examination process.
• The student will be able to identify and palpate anatomical structures.
• The student will be able to measure joint range of motion using a goniometer, inclinometer, and other techniques.

AT 1100 - Orthopedic Prophylactic and Bracing Techniques

• The student will be able to apply the appropriate taping technique to an extremity.
• The student will be able to properly fit and apply the appropriate brace to an extremity.
• The student will be able to apply the proper wrapping technique to an injury.
• The student will be able to apply the proper padding technique to an injury.
• The student will be able to make evidence-based decisions regarding the application of prophylactic and bracing techniques.s

AT 1150 - Emergency Care in Sports Medicine

• The student will be able to assess a patient’s vital signs.
• The student will be able to identify an emergency situation and properly activate the emergency response system.
• The student will be able to determine the proper emergency care equipment needed for each emergency situation.
• The student will be able to recognize and treat traumatic injuries.
• The student will be able to properly remove athletic equipment from a patient in the case of an emergency.
• The student will be able to interpret and activate an emergency action plan.

AT 2100 - Lower Extremity Examination

• Derive a differential diagnosis.
• Describe the criteria and ethical considerations used in the referral of injured athletes for medical services.
• Describe the pathology of various lower extremity injuries.
• Describe the pathomechanics of various lower extremity injuries.
• Identify a mastery of orthopedic evidence-based practice in the delivery of clinical services.
• Identify the causes of orthopedic injuries.
• Synthesize the results of the clinical examination and derive a correct clinical diagnosis.

AT 2101 - Lower Extremity Examination Lab

• Demonstrate the ability to conduct neurologic and vascular tests.
• Demonstrate the ability to differentially select the appropriate test(s) based on the patient’s history.
• Demonstrate the ability to inspect the area for gross deformity and asymmetry.
• Demonstrate the ability to obtain a medical history relevant to the condition.
• Demonstrate the ability to palpate and identify normal and abnormal tissue structure.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform appropriate joint play tests.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform appropriate ligamentous tests.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform appropriate special tests.

AT 2102 - Lower Extremity Examination Gross Anatomy Lab

• Demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the clinical and radiological importance of lower extremity anatomy.
• Demonstrate mastery of musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and neuromuscular anatomy of the lower extremity.
• Demonstrate mastery of the gross structures of the lower extremity, lumbar and sacral spine.

AT 2150 - Upper Extremity Examination

• Demonstrate the ability to derive a differential diagnosis.
• Demonstrate the ability to synthesize the results of the clinical examination and derive a correct clinical diagnosis.
• Describe the criteria and ethical considerations used in the referral of injured athletes for medical services.
• Describe the pathology of various upper extremity, head, and spinal injuries
• Describe the pathomechanics of various upper extremity, head, and spinal injuries
• Display a mastery of orthopedic evidence-based practice in the delivery of clinical services
• Identify the causes of orthopedic injuries

AT 2151 - Upper Extremity Examination Lab

• Demonstrate the ability to conduct neurologic and vascular tests.
• Demonstrate the ability to differentially select the appropriate test(s) based on the patient’s history.
• Demonstrate the ability to inspect the area for gross deformity and asymmetry.
• Demonstrate the ability to obtain a medical history relevant to the condition.
• Demonstrate the ability to palpate and identify normal and abnormal tissue structure.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform appropriate joint play tests.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform appropriate ligamentous tests.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform appropriate special tests.

AT 2152 - Upper Extremity Examination Gross Anatomy Lab

• Demonstrate a mastery of the gross structures of the upper extremity, thoracic and cervical spine.
• Demonstrate a mastery of the musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, and neuromuscular anatomy of the upper extremity.
• Demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the clinical and radiological importance of upper extremity anatomy.

AT 2200 - Therapeutic Modalities

• Demonstrate knowledge of the administrative and legal concerns surrounding the use of therapeutic modalities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the applicable physical properties of therapeutic modalities as they relate to the transmission and absorption of therapeutic energy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the body’s adaptation to injury and the subsequent phases of the healing process.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the body’s physiological response to injury.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the body’s psychological response to injury.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the effects of thermal, electrical, and mechanical energy on the body, with special attention being given to the healing process.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the indications and contraindications to the use of various forms of energy during the stages of injury response.
• Demonstrate the safe set up and application of therapeutic modalities.

AT 2201 - Therapeutic Modalities Lab

• Demonstrate safe and appropriate setup and application of cold modalities.
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate setup and application of electrical stimulation.
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate setup and application of heat modalities.
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate setup and application of therapeutic traction and massage.
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate setup and application of therapeutic ultrasound.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply the basic components of immediate care.
• Demonstrate the ability to position and drape the patient relative to the body area and condition being treated.
• Incorporate pain scales into patient care.

AT 2300 - Therapeutic Exercise

• Analyze a patient’s physical status.
• Define long- and short-term rehabilitative goals.
• Demonstrate, explain and assess all necessary forms of rehabilitation.
• Determine the appropriate rehabilitation procedures.
• Develop rehabilitative programs for specific joints and injuries.
• Identify and manage psychosocial aspects of an injured patient.
• Identify indications, contraindications, and precautions applicable to therapeutic interventions.
• Identify therapeutic exercise equipment, techniques, and principle.
• Reassess a patient’s physical status and determine appropriate guidelines for return to activity.

AT 2301 - Therapeutic Exercise Lab

• Demonstrate therapeutic techniques associated with improving a patient’s functional ability.
• Demonstrate therapeutic techniques associated with improving a patient’s pain.
• Demonstrate therapeutic techniques associated with improving a patient’s power.
• Demonstrate therapeutic techniques associated with improving a patient’s proprioception.
• Demonstrate therapeutic techniques associated with improving a patient’s range of motion.
• Demonstrate therapeutic techniques associated with improving a patient’s strength.

AT 2690 - Health and Injury in Performing Artists

• Students will be able to describe similarities and differences between the physical activity demands of sports participants and performing artists using correct scientific terminology.
• Students will be able to design, investigate, and deliver a research review project that assimilates scientific principles and reasoning within a performing arts environment.
• Students will be able to explain musculoskeletal injuries that are common in performing artists, including their anatomy, etiology, and management, using correct scientific terminology.
• Students will be able to identify holistic health and wellness-related aspects of participation in performing arts, discern non-scientifically sound health claims, and explain how the scientific principles informing health and wellness can be optimized in
• Students will be able to locate, read, evaluate, present, and discuss scientific research literature in performing arts medicine.
• Students will be able to summarize how evidence-based scientific principles are integrated with artistic performance.

AT 2900 - Special Topics in Athletic Training

• Students will be able to apply knowledge gained in this course to the field of athletic training.

AT 2920 - Introduction to Athletic Training Clinical Experiences

• Students will be able to describe the professional responsibilities of athletic trainers.
• Students will be able to identify aspects of evaluation and intervention of pathologies treated by athletic trainers.
• Students will be able to identify other healthcare providers that athletic trainers work with on an interprofessional level.
• Students will be able to discuss how athletic trainers work as a part of a healthcare team.

AT 2921 - Practicum in Athletic Training I

• Demonstrate proficiency in administrative tasks including preparticipation physical examination and event set-up.
• Demonstrate proficiency in emergency care & immediate treatment of orthopedic injuries.
• Demonstrate proficiency in lower extremity orthopedic diagnosis.
• Demonstrate proficiency in taping & bracing for upper and lower extremity.

AT 2922 - Practicum in Athletic Training II

• Demonstrate proficiency in administrative tasks including preparticipation physical exams and event set-up.
• Demonstrate proficiency in emergency care & immediate treatment of orthopedic.
• Demonstrate proficiency in selection and application of therapeutic modalities.
• Demonstrate proficiency in taping & bracing for upper and lower extremity.
• Demonstrate proficiency in upper extremity & head & spine evaluations.

AT 3001 - Clinical Skills in Sports Medicine

• Students will be able to identify emergency situations in which the emergency medical system should be activated.
• Students will be able to implement first aid in an emergency situation.
• Students will be able to identify appropriate taping, wrapping, or bracing techniques for injury prevention.
• Students will be able to perform functional taping, wrapping, or bracing techniques for injury management.
• Students will be able to identify commonly palpated anatomical landmarks.
• Students will be able to measure joint angles.

AT 3100 - Orthopedic Appliances

• The student will be able to construct molds for foot orthotics as well as instruct the patient on proper use of orthotics.
• The student will be able demonstrate proper fitting and application of various braces.
• The student will be able to apply and remove selected upper and lower extremity orthopedic casting techniques.
• The student will be able to identify and explain the indications, contraindications and possible complications associated with orthopedic casting and bracing.

AT 3200 - Dispositions of Medical Conditions

• Demonstrate knowledge of descriptions of and knowing when to refer common medical conditions of the renal and urogenital systems from trauma, local infection, congenital and acquired disease, nutritional imbalance, and hormone disorder.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the possible causes of sudden death syndrome.
• Describe the concepts of pharmacokinetics and the suspected influence that exercise might have on these processes.
• Describe when to refer common and/or contagious skin lesions from trauma, infection, stress, drug reaction, and immune responses.
• Describe when to refer mental health conditions, common cancers, common or significant respiratory infections, thoracic trauma, and lung disorders.
• Identify information about the indications, contraindications, precautions, and adverse reactions for common prescription and nonprescription medications using current pharmacy resources.
• Identify proper referral for common eye, ear, mouth, sinus, oropharynx, and nasopharynx pathologies from trauma and/or localized infection.

AT 3300 - Evidence-Based Practice in Athletic Training

• Calculate the the key measures to orthopedic evidence (e.g., sensitivity, specificity, LR+, LR-, number needed to treat).
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply Clinical Decision Rules (CDRs) to patient care.
• Identify limitations in published research papers.
• Interpret contemporary research and demonstrate the ability to apply this information to patient care.

AT 3693 - Musculoskeletal Movement in Performing Arts

• Describe movements of performers using customary terminology of kinesiology and biomechanics.
• Describe the role of healthcare practitioners in preventing and caring for performing arts injuries.
• Evaluate artistic performances for risk of injury.
• Identify movements and activities in the artistic work of musicians, dancers, actors, and production personnel that place substantial musculoskeletal demands on the body.
• Identify the anatomical structures involved in movement of the human body.
• Outline musculoskeletal training protocols to reduce performing artists’ injury risk.

AT 3921 - Practicum in Athletic Training III

• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in recognizing indications, contraindications, and effects of over the counter drug administration.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in creating, implementing, and progressing a therapeutic exercise program.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in recognizing general medical conditions and making the appropriate referral.

AT 3922 - Practicum in Athletic Training IV

• The Student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in administrative tasks including event management, and documentation.
• The Student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in creating, implementing, and progressing a therapeutic exercise program.
• The Student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in recognizing general medical conditions, and making the appropriate referral.
• The Student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in recognizing indications, contraindications, and effects of over the counter drug administration.

AT 4500 - Athletic Training Administration

• Demonstrate ability to develop AT facility’s policies/procedures, risk management plans, facility design, operational and capital budgets.
• Demonstrate ability to develop a risk management plan that addresses issues of liability reduction; security, fire, and facility hazards; electrical and equipment safety; and emergency preparedness.
• Demonstrate ability to identify the issues and concerns regarding the health care of patients (e.g. PR, third-party payment, and managed care) and the roles/responsibilities of other medical professionals in providing services to patients.
• Demonstrate ability to use comprehensive patient-file management system that incorporates both paper and electronic media for purposes of insurance records, billing, and risk management.
• Demonstrate appropriate terminology usage and medical documentation to record injuries and illnesses to effectively communicate with physicians, colleagues, and parents/guardians (e.g., history and examination findings, progress notes, and others).
• Demonstrate knowledge of the professional position statements regarding topics pertaining to the practice of athletic training.
• Describe the current AT professional preparation requirements and continuing education requirements and how to locate available, approved continuing education opportunities.
• Describe the role and function of state AT practice acts and registration, licensure, and certification agencies including basic legislative processes for the implementation of practice acts and rationale for state regulations.
• Describe the role, function, and essential documents of governing structures of the AT professional organizations and credentialing agencies that impact the athletic training profession.

AT 4600 - Manual Therapy in Rehabilitation

• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and muscle energy techniques to facilitate neuromuscular gains.
• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply principles of nerve gliding to address neurologically based pain.
• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to implement core stabilization progressions as an aspect of rehabilitation programs.
• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to instruct and perform functional exercises to reinforce applied manual therapy techniques.
• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to integrate aquatic therapy techniques into rehabilitation programs.
• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to perform joint mobilizations for the spine, upper and lower extremity joints.
• The student will be able to demonstrate the ability to perform soft tissue mobilizations to address myofascial trigger points, scar tissue, and adhesions.
• The student will be able to identify the anatomical and biomechanical foundations for manual therapy.

AT 4900 - Special Topics in Athletic Training

• Students will be able to apply knowledge gained in this course to athletic training.

AT 4910 - Clinical Internship in Athletic Training

• Students will be able to demonstrate interpersonal skills and attitudes necessary for effective interaction and communication.
• Students will be able to demonstrate self-evaluation and clinical problem-solving skills.
• Students will be able to identify different approaches to patient care from those acquired in the academic program.
• Students will be able to demonstrate professional behaviors.

AT 4921 - Senior Practicum

• Students will be able to demonstrate confidence in clinical practice.
• Students will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and qualifications required to take the Board of Certification (BOC) examination.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills.

AT 4930 - Independent Study

• Students will be able to apply evidence-based practice to answer a PICO (problem, intervention, comparison, type) question.

AT 4935 - Special Problems in Athletic Training

• Student will be able to synthesize knowledge attained through independent study.

AVN 1000 - Introduction to Aviation

• Students will be able to describe how Aviation is important to society.
• Students will be able to describe the major events that have influenced Aviation.
• Students will be able to define how Aviation is important on a global scale.
• Students will be able to describe military air power regarding the role of international relations.
• Students will be able to identify career opportunities within the field of Aviation.

AVN 1100 - Private Pilot Ground School

• Students will able to apply the aeronautical knowledge as stated in CFR 14 FAR Part 141 Appendix B.
• Students will be able to analyze and interpret weather information applicable to flight operations.
• Students will be able to calculate weight and balance information and will be able to analyze this information to safely conduct a flight.
• Students will be able to analyze aircraft performance information and will be able to describe how aircraft performance is applied to flight operations.
• Students will be able to explain human factors as it relates to aircraft pilots.

AVN 2000 - Introduction To Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Operations

• Students will be able to describe the practical applications of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and the practical application of the technology.
• Students will be able to describe Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) operations conducted within the United States National Airspace System (NAS) and its importance to society.
• Students will be able to explain the regulatory requirements of Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), licensing, and registration requirements for operations conducted within the United States National Airspace System (NAS).
• Students will be able to determine the practicality of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) use in commercial operations, in a safe reliable manner.
• Students will be able to analyze scenarios where Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) could be used and determine what benefits they could provide in specific situations.

AVN 2400 - Private Pilot Flight Course

• Students will be able to apply Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to analyze aeronautical weather products to safely conduct flight operations in the national airspace system.
• Students will be able to interpret flight information to prepare accurate cross-country flight planning documents.
• Students will be able to categorize different airspace requirements for flight operations.

AVN 2400Z - Private Pilot Flight Course

AVN 2403 - Private Pilot Flight Transfer Course

• Students will be able to apply Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to analyze aeronautical weather products to safely conduct flight operations in the national airspace system.
• Students will be able to interpret flight information to prepare accurate cross-country flight planning documents.
• Students will be able to categorize different airspace requirements for flight operations.

AVN 2900 - Special Topics in Aviation

• Students will be able to meet the outcomes of the course as established by the instructor.

AVN 3000 - Aviation Laws and Regulations

• Students will be able to categorize aviation regulations and applicable laws based upon the specific type of operations conducted within the field of aviation.
• Students will be able to differentiate between different precedents based upon case law.
• Students will be able to compare the differences between domestic and international rules and regulations.
• Students will be able to distinguish the different aviation regulating agencies and how these agencies work to apply these regulations to aviation operations.
• Students will be able to identify the steps involved when an aviation regulation violation occurs.

AVN 3050 - Aviation Weather

• Students will be able to interpret various aviation specific weather products.
• Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to acquire appropriate weather products to safely conduct flight operations.
• Students will be able to apply the basic knowledge applicable to the operation of airborne weather avoidance equipment.
• Students will be able to identify weather limiting factors applied to flight operations.
• Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to plan a flight to safely navigate around critical weather situations in a time limited environment.
• Student will demonstrate ability to use latest technology to assist in weather interpretation.

AVN 3100 - Instrument Pilot Ground School

• Students will able to apply the aeronautical knowledge as stated in CFR 14 FAR Part 141 Appendix C Paragraph (3).
• Students will be able to analyze and interpret weather information applicable to instrument flight operations.
• Students will be able to differentiate between instrument approaches available at airports.
• Students will be able to differentiate between the regulations pertaining to visual and instrument flight.
• Students will be able to analyze conditions that are hazardous to flights conducted under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).

AVN 3150 - Aviation Safety

• Students will be able to differentiate between the different regulatory bodies governing international commercial operations.
• Students will be able to express the differences in accident investigations involving international commercial airline operations.
• Students will be able to identify the steps involved when an aviation regulation violation occurs and results in an accident.
• Students will be able to describe the different roles and responsibilities of aviation workers in aviation safety.
• Students will be able to evaluate different aviation safety programs and the resulting effects on aviation safety.

AVN 3250J - Professional Aviation Communication

• Students will be able to compare genres of professional aviation communication.
• Students will be able to apply appropriate communication for given aviation situations.
• Students will be able to distinguish the appropriate genres of communication for given aviation situations.
• Students will be able to summarize how aviation impacts culture and society.
• Students will be able to demonstrate how a writer can take a critical stance on aviation.

AVN 3400 - Cross-Country Flight

• Students will be able to demonstrate abilities to safely conduct VFR cross country flights.
• Student will be able to demonstrate basic attitude instrument flying skills to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument Airmen Certification Standards (ACS) standards.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in private pilot maneuvers.
• Students will be able to analyze aviation documents to determine if aircraft are in regulatory compliance before flight.
• Students will be able to determine if an aircraft is in an airworthy condition prior to flight operations being conducted.

AVN 3500 - Commercial Pilot Ground School

• Students will be able to apply the aeronautical knowledge as stated in CFR 14 FAR Part 141 Appendix D Paragraph (3).
• Students will be able to analyze and interpret weather information applicable to commercial flight operations.
• Students will be able to interpret the regulations pertaining to commercial flight operations.
• Students will be able to appraise complex aircraft performance based upon atmospheric conditions.
• Students will be able to differentiate flight planning options by the use of aeronautical charts.

AVN 3600 - The National Airspace System

• Students will be able to distinguish between the different regulatory requirements to operate within the National Airspace System (NAS).
• Students will be able to categorize airspace in relation to airspace restrictions.
• Students will be able to interpret Air Traffic Control (ATC) and aircraft communications.
• Students will be able to describe how Air Traffic Control (ATC) interacts with varying flight operations.
• Students will be able to describe how Air Traffic Control (ATC) contributes to the safety of flight operations.

AVN 3700 - Aircraft Systems & Powerplants

• Students will be able to explain the complex systems which are incorporated in single engine, multiengine, turbine, and propeller driven aircraft.
• Students will be able to distinguish between operating principles incorporated in aircraft systems.
• Students will be able to interpret aircraft system operation based upon aircraft schematics and diagrams.
• Students will be able to describe the basic scientific principles utilized in aircraft systems.
• Students will be able to describe aircraft system redundancies and associated backups regarding partial system failures.

AVN 3800 - General Aviation Operations and Management

• Students will be able to differentiate the aspects of general and commercial aviation.
• Students will be able to analyze general aviation marketing techniques.
• Students will be able to defend the need for general aviation.
• Students will be able to explain the influence of general aviation on the United States economy.
• Students will be able to summarize how general aviation effects local communities.

AVN 3900 - Airline Operations Management

• Students will be able to describe the importance of the air transportation industry.
• Students will be able to apply the operating principles of commercial airlines.
• Students will be able to design a business strategy for a commercial airline.
• Students will be able to analyze marketing concepts of commercial airlines.
• Students will be able to distinguish the tiered structure of the air transportation industry.

AVN 4000 - Instrument Flight Course

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the Instrument Rating Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the Instrument Rating Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to analyze aeronautical weather products to safely conduct instrument flight operations in the national airspace system.
• Students will be able to interpret flight information to prepare accurate instrument cross-country flight planning documents.
• Students will be able to demonstrate operating an aircraft solely referencing the aircraft instrumentation.

AVN 4050 - Advanced Cross Country Flight

• Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to safely conduct Visual and Instrument cross country flights.
• Students will be able to demonstrate advanced attitude instrument flying skills to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument Airmen Certification Standards (ACS) standards.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in aircraft performance planning.
• Students will be able to analyze aviation documents to determine if aircraft are in regulatory compliance before flight.
• Students will be able to determine if an aircraft is in an airworthy condition prior to flight operations being conducted.

AVN 4100 - Aviation Ground Instructor Ground School

• Students will be able to demonstrate the skills required to proficiently instruct students in aeronautical knowledge areas relative to private pilots.
• Students will be able to prepare lesson plans based upon the learning outcomes specified for each lesson.
• Students will be able to identify barriers to learning.
• Students will be able to demonstrate the use of visual aids in the learning environment.
• Students will be able to appraise individual teaching effectiveness related to the teaching process.

AVN 4150 - Instrument Proficiency Check

• Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks associated with instrument flight operations.
• Students will be able to describe physiological factors that might affect the pilot’s ability to fly under instrument conditions.
• Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to proficiently act as Pilot In Command (PIC) under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) in a scenario given by the evaluator.
• Students will be able to identify acceptable sources of weather data for flight planning purposes.
• Students will be able to analyze the factors involved in making the go/no-go and continue/divert decisions.

AVN 4200 - Commercial Flight

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Single Engine Land (SEL) Commercial Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA Single Engine Land (SEL) Commercial Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a complex single engine aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate advanced aeronautical maneuvers in a complex single engine aircraft.
• Students will be able to describe airworthiness requirements and how they relate to commercial flight operations.

AVN 4300 - Multi-Engine Flight Course

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Multi-Engine Land (MEL) Commercial Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA Multi-Engine Land (MEL) Commercial Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a multi-engine aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate advanced aeronautical maneuvers in a multi-engine aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate safe single-engine operations in a multi-engine aircraft.

AVN 4350 - Flight Engineer

• Students will be able to explain airworthiness standards and how this relates to transport category aircraft.
• Students will be able to discuss operating requirements for domestic, flag, and supplemental flight operations.
• Students will be able to identify hazardous weather situations for transport category aircraft operations.
• Students will be able to describe proper ground de-icing procedures for transport category aircraft operations.
• Students will be able to apply and calculate weight and balance information for transport category aircraft.

AVN 4400 - Flight Instructor Ground School

• Students will be able to explain human behavior traits related to the learning process.
• Students will be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques as they relate to instructor/student interactions.
• Students will be able to prepare aviation-related lesson plans and be able to discuss assessment of student understanding.
• Students will be able to provide examples of teaching techniques as they relate to flight instruction.
• Students will be able to evaluate testing methods related to aviation curriculum.

AVN 4450 - Flight Instructor Flight Course

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Flight Instructor-Airplane Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA the FAA Flight Instructor-Airplane Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in instructional methods used by flight instructors.
• Students will be able to demonstrate advanced aeronautical maneuvers in the right seat of Single Engine Land (SEL) aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate instructional capabilities related to aircraft emergency procedures.

AVN 4500 - Instrument Instructor Ground Instruction

• Students will be able to demonstrate the skills required to proficiently instruct students in aeronautical knowledge areas relative to instrument pilots.
• Students will be able to prepare lesson plans based upon the learning outcomes specified for each instrument ground or flight lesson.
• Students will be able to identify barriers to learning.
• Students will be able to demonstrate the use of visual aids in the learning environment.
• Students will be able to appraise individual teaching effectiveness related to the teaching process.

AVN 4550 - Instrument Instructor Flight Course

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Flight Instructor - Instrument Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA the FAA Flight Instructor - Instrument Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in instructional methods used by instrument flight instructors.
• Students will be able to demonstrate instrument flight operations in the right seat of Single Engine Land (SEL) aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate instructional capabilities related to aircraft emergencies as they relate to instrument flight training.

AVN 4600 - ATP Ground Instruction

• Students will be able to explain hazardous attitudes that impact flight safety.
• Students will be able to explain aircraft systems as they relate to transport category aircraft operations.
• Students will be able to calculate performance parameters of turbine-powered aircraft.
• Students will be able to distinguish the regulations that apply to transport category aircraft operations.
• Students will be able to apply and calculate weight and balance information for transport category aircraft.

AVN 4620 - Multi-Engine Cross-Country Flight Course

• Students will be able to demonstrate abilities to safely conduct VFR and IFR multi-engine cross country flights.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in multi-engine aircraft performance planning.
• Students will be able to demonstrate advanced aeronautical maneuvers in a multi-engine aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate safe single-engine operations in a multi-engine aircraft.
• Students will be able to identify and circumvent weather that is hazardous to multi-engine flight operations.

AVN 4650 - Flight Instructor Operations - Multi-Engine

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Flight Instructor - Multi-Engine Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA Flight Instructor - Multi-Engine Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in instructional methods used by multi-engine flight instructors.
• Students will be able to demonstrate multi-engine flight operations in the right seat of a Multi-Engine Land (MEL) aircraft.
• Students will be able to demonstrate instructional capabilities related to aircraft emergencies during multi-engine flight training.

AVN 4700 - ATP Multi-Engine Flight Course

• Students will be able to apply the Aeronautical Knowledge to satisfy the FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Multi-Engine Land (MEL) Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to perform the Aeronautical Skills necessary to satisfy the FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Multi-Engine Land (MEL) Airman Certification Standards (ACS).
• Students will be able to analyze aeronautical weather products to satisfy the requirements stated under 14 CFR Part 121 and/or Part 135.
• Students will be able to interpret flight information to prepare accurate cross-country flight planning documents per the requirements stated under 14 CFR Part 121 and/or Part 135.
• Students will be able to demonstrate single engine proficiency while operating a multi-engine aircraft under simulated Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC).

AVN 4750 - Internship in Aviation Operations

• Students will be able to apply aviation skills in an industrial environment.

AVN 4800 - Business in Aviation

• Student will define the use of a travel analysis in determining the need of an aircraft.
• Student will discuss and give examples of leadership (be, know, do) and effective communications.
• Student will discuss structural changes taking place in business aviation and the role played by the FBO.
• Student will discuss, generally, the overall operations and management of an on-demand air transportation service.
• Student will explain the alternative methods available for a firm to acquire the use of a business aircraft.
• Student will explain the importance of sustainable leadership, effective management, professionalism and how they correlate to customer service, personnel retention and corporate culture.
• Student will explain the management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling successful flight dept.
• Student will list and explain the principal variable/direct costs and fixed/indirect costs and how they are used to calculate hourly aircraft costs.
• Student will perform a SWOT analysis on self, team peers and an assigned corporation (10k/SEC filings, etc.).
• Student will research and analyze corporate aviation needs and operations.
• Student will review operations manual and provide educated suggestions for improvements.
• Student will synthesize ideas and suggest solutions to be presented to the business partners.

AVN 4850 - Advanced Aircraft and Flight Crew Operations

• Students will be able to explain flight crew coordination techniques in multi-crew settings.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proper communication techniques used during multi-crew flight operations.
• Students will be able to identify flight hazards and formulate actions to reduce associated risk factors.
• Students will be able to explain Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT) concepts and CFIT avoidance.
• Students will be able to demonstrate cooperative team work when applied to multi-crew flight operations.

AVN 4860 - Principles of Corporate Flight Operations

• Students will be able to explain flight crew coordination techniques in corporate flight multi-crew settings.
• Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in turbine aircraft performance planning.
• Students will be able to interpret high altitude weather and apply appropriate measures to flight plans as necessary.
• Students will be able to describe appropriate customer service relations as applied to corporate flight departments.
• Students will be able to describe aircraft systems appropriate for the aircraft used for the course.

AVN 4870 - Corporate Flight Operations Internship

• Students will be able to demonstrate flight crew coordination techniques in corporate flight multi-crew settings.
• Students will be able to analyze and respond to simulated rapid decompression emergencies in corporate multi-crew flight operations.
• Students will be able to interpret high altitude weather and select appropriate alternatives to flight planning if necessary.
• Students will be able to demonstrate flight operations in a turbine aircraft.
• Students will be able to describe aircraft systems appropriate for the aircraft used for the course.

AVN 4890 - Transition to Aviation Industry

• Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate interviewing techniques as applied to the aviation industry.
• Students will be able to select and apply career planning techniques based upon their goals within the field of aviation.
• Students will be able to explain the differences between job classifications within the field of aviation.
• Students will be able to identify opportunities for career advancement.
• Students will be able to explain the current hiring conditions and ways to leverage personal strengths to gain employment opportunities within the field of aviation.

AVN 4900 - Special Topics in Aviation

• Students will be able to meet the outcomes of the course as established by the instructor.

BIOS 1000 - Animal Diversity

• Recognize the characteristics of major biological groups.
• Understand the evolutionary relationships among animal groups.

BIOS 1030 - Human Biology I:Basic Principles

• Demonstrate the use of scientific principles to understand the biology of human health.
• Develop a basic understanding of human biology.

BIOS 1090 - Readings in Biology

• Students will apply topics from introductory biology to an in-depth study of the scientific literature.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to read and interpret both popular and technical scientific publications.
• Students will present critical analysis of these papers in discussion.

BIOS 1100 - Peer-Led Team Learning for BIOS 1700

• Students will be able to apply data to solutions of biological problems.
• Students will be able to represent biological processes using two and three dimensional models.

BIOS 1200 - Human Structure and Function for Allied Health

• Students will be able to describe body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and body cavities.
• Students will be able to identify body systems.
• Students will be able to describe the structural organization of the human body.
• Students will be able to list major organs in each body system.
• Students will be able to identify the anatomical location of major organs in each body system.
• Students will be able to describe the normal function of each body system.
• Students will be able to identify common pathology related to each body system including signs, symptoms, and etiology.
• Students will be able to compare structure and function of the human body across the life span.
• Students will be able to describe the interrelationship of body systems and their control via homeostasis.

BIOS 1300 - Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology I

• Students will be able to define anatomical and physiological terms and will be able to use anatomical/physiological terms accurately.
• Students will be able to locate, identify, and name the anatomical structures of the body.
• students will be able to analyze case studies and identify what body parts, organs, or systems are involved and be able to explain how the body and it’s component parts respond in each case.
• students will be able to describe medical conditions associated with each body system and will be able to explain diagnostic procedures and treatment options for the medical conditions.
• students will be able to explain how each body system works to help maintain homeostasis.
• students will be able to explain how the body systems interact with one another.
• students will be able to explain the functions of the body systems.
• students will be able to explain the relationship between structure and function for each body part and body system.

BIOS 1310 - Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology II

• Students learn to integrate structure and function of the human body systems.

BIOS 1500 - Concepts in Biology

• Student will apply improved problem-solving abilities.
• Student will demonstrate an ability to comprehend scientific publications.
• Student will demonstrate an understanding of biology sufficient to succeed in BIOS 1700.
• Student will demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method used to explore questions in Biology.
• Student will demonstrate improvement in their scientific literacy.

BIOS 1700 - Biological Sciences I: Molecules and Cells

• Understand basic concepts in molecular and cell biology and heredity.
• Understand the use of the scientific method to explore questions in biology.

BIOS 1705 - Biological Sciences I Laboratory

• Students will apply molecular and cellular biology to unifying evolutioanry themes.
• Students will collect and analyze data.
• Students will demonstrate competence in basic laboratory techniques.
• Students will understand how science is done and demonstrate that knowledge by designing scientific experiments.