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L2- Taking Flight: "Solving Tomorrow's Challenges Today" (Grades 9-12)
Course Introduction and Outline
Course Introduction
Course Outline
Section 1 - Introduction to Aviation and Appreciating Aviation History and Pioneers
1.1 Early Dreams of Flight
1.2 Key Aviation Pioneers and Milestones
1.3 Milestones in Aviation History
Quiz: Section 1
Section 2 - Principles of Flight, Aerodynamics, and Aircraft Design
2.1 The Principles of Flight: The Four Forces of Flight
2.2 The Relationship between the Four Forces
2.3 The Basics of Aerodynamics: Understanding the Bernoulli Principle
2.4 Airfoil Design and Lift Generation
2.5 Other Factors Influencing Lift
2.6 Components and Systems of Aircraft: Airframe and Structure
2.7 Propulsion Systems
2.8 Control Surfaces and Avionics
Quiz: Section 2
Section 3 - Types of Aircraft
3.1 Fixed-Wing Airplanes: Design and Characteristics
3.2 Applications and Uses of Fixed-Wing Airplanes
3.3 Helicopters: Rotary-Wing Design and Operation
3.4 Unique Capabilities and Applications of Helicopters
3.5 Gliders: Principles of Glider Flight
3.6 UAVs: Role and Applications of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
Quiz: Section 3
Section 4 - Aircraft Stability and Control
4.1 Control Surfaces and their Functions
4.2 Principles of Stability: Longitudinal Stability
4.3 Lateral Stability
4.4 Directional Stability
4.5 Maneuverability and Flight Envelopes: Flight Regimes
4.6 Flight Envelopes and Limitations
Quiz: Section 4
Section 5 - Aircraft Engines and Performance
5.1 Types of Aircraft Engines
5.2 Engine Performance and Characteristics
Quiz: Section 5
Section 6 - Advancements in Aviation Technology
6.1 Emerging Technologies: Fly-by-Wire Systems and Automation
6.2 Composite Materials and Lightweight Structures
6.3 Advances in Aircraft Design and Construction
6.4 Navigation and Instrumentation Innovations
6.5 Safety and Regulatory Frameworks
6.6 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): Applications and Future Trends
6.7 Supersonic and Hypersonic Flight: High-Speed Aircraft and Potential Implication
Quiz: Section 6
Section 7 - Weather and Operations
7.1 Impact of Weather on Aviation
Quiz: Section 7
Section 8 - Aviation Regulations and Safety
8.1 Governmental Regulation of Aviation
8.2 Safety Practices and Procedures
Quiz: Section 8
Section 9 - Careers in Aviation
9.1 Exploring Aviation Careers: Pilots and Flight Crew
9.2 Air Traffic Controllers
9.3 Aircraft Maintenance Technicians
9.4 Aerospace Engineers and Designers
Quiz: Section 9
Section 10 - Course Conclusion and Future of Aviation
10.1 Aviation Technology and Study of Flight: A Comprehensive Recap
10.2 Continuing Education and Advancement in Aviation
10.3 Embracing the Exciting Possibilities of Aviation
2.4 Airfoil Design and Lift Generation
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