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  • 3.00 Credits

    The accounting cycle in various types of enterprises is examined. Included is the practical application of the principles learned. Honors Option Available. Financial Accounting (Honors) examines the accounting cycle in various types of enterprises. Included is the practical application of the principles learned. Part of each class will be lecture, problem-solving as related to the lecture, discussion and homework assignments as required. You are also encouraged to explore the internet for additional accounting topics and related subject matter. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing international companies, evaluating accounting systems used in the global environment and creating solutions for today's accounting information systems. (3-0-3)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a continuation of Accounting I with emphasis on the use of accounting data in decision making, cost accounting and statement analysis. (3-0-3) Prerequisite:    ACCT 110
  • 3.00 Credits

    Quickbooks is used to model automated accounting systems and demonstrate their use in maintaining accounting information and improving decision making from both the business owner and accountant's perspective. The software will be used to create an appropriate chart of accounts, record all transcactions including payroll for a complete business cycle and customize standard reports for various types of enterprises. The use of information generated by the system to improve decision-making will be discussed. (3-0-3)
  • 7.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide the basis for Air Traffic Control Training. The student will learn the principles of flight, basics of air traffic control, weather facts, and navigational equipment and procedures. (7-0-7)
  • 7.00 Credits

    Comprehensive course of instruction which emphasizes learning, interpreting, and applying weather data and radio fundamentals used by air traffic controllers and pilots flying under instrument flight rules conditions. (7-0-7) Prerequisite:    AVIC 160
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide air traffic control students with explicit flight and/or simulator experience to gain knowledge of and appreciation for the aircraft, aircrews, and airspace that they manage. Students must possess a valid second-class medical certificate to enroll in this course. (0-2-1) Prerequisite:    AVIC 160 Corequisite:    AVIC 180
  • 3.00 Credits

    Procedures for conducting control of air traffic are emphasized. Procedural use of regulations and basic air traffic control procedures are covered, such as aviation terms, definitions and abbreviations; general procedures; weather information; radio communications including proper phraseology and descriptions; altimetry; flight progress strips and their markings; abbreviations and symbols; airport traffic control procedures; instrument operations; special VFR procedures; radar operations and emergency procedures. (3-0-3)
  • 5.00 Credits

    This course is a continuance of Facility Rating I. The student receives actual on-the-job training in the provision of advanced airport traffic control services and procedures. Successful completion of this course is a demonstration by the student that he/she is capable of providing all required air traffic control services during normal Beaver County Airport traffic conditions with minimal assistance from instructor personnel. This course fulfills the Writing across the Curriculum requirements as described in the College catalog. (0-10-5) Prerequisite:    AVIC 237, AVIC 247, and Current Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate Corequisite:    AVIC 248
  • 6.00 Credits

    Students receive actual on-the-job training in an operational air traffic control tower. Training includes area and airport familiarization, proper microphone technique and phraseology, the control and management of aircraft on the airport, posting and relay of flight data and aviation weather information. Supervised by experienced and certified air traffic controllers throughout the training process, students are provided an ideal environment for transition from classroom theory to the practical application of air traffic control procedures. Students may earn an FAA Control Tower Operator certificate. (0-12-6) Prerequisite:    AVIC 235 and Current Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course addresses the theory and basic applications of radar air traffic control services provided by approach control facilities within the general vicinity of controlled airports. Initially, each aspect of approach control equipment and operations will be discussed from the viewpoint of the practical application. During the later stages of the course, students participate in simulated exercises designed to develop basic skills in the applications of air traffic control procedures in an integrated multipostition-facility. (0-8-4) Prerequisite:    AVIC 160, AVIC 235, and Current Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate Corequisite:    AVIC 237
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