Aviation Science Technology (AST)

AST 141 AVIATION FUNDAMENTALS ~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (F)

Students must be co-enrolled in both AST-141 and AST-143
Introduction to basic flight principles. Course includes the principles of flight (basic aerodynamics), aircraft systems, performance, weight and balance, aviation physiology, federal air regulations, and flight publications.

 

AST 142 PRIVATE PILOT FLIGHT ~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 2
Term: (F)

Students must enroll in this course while pursuing a private pilot’s certificate from an approved flight school. Course credits will be awarded upon receipt of a copy of the student’s private pilot certificate.

 

AST 143 BASIC AIR NAVIGATION ~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (F)
Students must be co-enrolled in both AST-141 and AST-143

An introduction to air navigation procedures. Course includes basic meteorology, interpreting weather data pilotage and dead reckoning navigation, radio navigation, and cross country flight planning.

 

AST 171 AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS FOR PILOTS~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term (S)

Introduction to basic aircraft systems found on modern single and multi-engine reciprocating aircraft. Topics will include piston engines, electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, radios and instruments, propellers, pressurization, maintenance requirements and documentation, and trouble shooting from the cockpit. In this course you will be introduced to the systems commonly found in the training aircraft you are now flying.

 

AST 241 ADVANCED NAVIGATION SYSTEMS~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (S)
Prerequisites: AST 143, or consent of instructor

Advanced navigation systems includes HSI, RMI, Loran, Doppler, VOR, NDB and GPS. Will include navigation theory, in-flight emergencies, electronic instrumentation, and advanced flight computing problems. Extensive use of in-class computer flight simulation will be exercised. Provides the radio navigation skills necessary for the instrument pilot.

 

AST 242 INSTRUMENT FLIGHT ~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 2
Term: (S)
Prerequisites: Private pilot’s certificate

Students must enroll in this course while pursuing the Instrument certificate at an approved flight school. Credits will be awarded upon receipt of a copy of the student’s instrument rating.

 

AST 243 INSTRUMENT/COMMERCIAL THEORY I~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (S)
Prerequisites: AST 142

An introduction to flight under IFR conditions. Course includes basic instrument flying, flight instruments, IFR charts and approach plate, IFR regulations and procedures, ATC clearances and IFR flight planning. Completion of the course will prepare the student for the Instrument Knowledge Exam.

 

AST 245 INSTRUMENT/COMMERCIAL THEORY II~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (F)
Prerequisites: AST 242, 243

Commercial Flight Maneuvers, Airplane Aerodynamics, Advanced Performance, Power plants (including fuel injection and turbo-charging), Environmental Control Systems and Retractable Landing Gear Systems will be taught. Also, airports (marking and lighting) will be reviewed. Advanced Weight and Balance, and Part 61, 91, 125, and 135 and NTSB 830 Commercial Pilot Regulations will build on the private pilot regulations learned earlier. High Altitude Physiology, and High Performance and Turbine-Aircraft Flight Operations will be emphasized.

 

AST 250 AVIATION OPERATIONS~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (S)

An overview of general aviation operations, specifically the operation and management of the Fixed Base Operation (FBO). This course also covers current events and trends affecting the general aviation industry as a whole.

 

AST 252 COMMERCIAL FLIGHT ~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 4
Term: (F,S)

Students must enroll in this course while pursuing their Commercial certificate at an approved flight school. Credits will be awarded upon receipt of a copy of the student’s commercial certificate.

 

AST 260 FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR THEORY~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (S)
Prerequisites: Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument rating or consent of instructor.

Theory of flight and ground instruction, aircraft performance, analysis of flight maneuvers, and other basic theory as needed by the airplane flight instructor. Prepares the student for the FAA Flight Instructor oral practical test and FAA written test. In-class discussion and presentations will be the main core of the course.

 

AST 261 AVIATION SAFETY~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (F)

This course will concentrate primarily on the organizations and processes
that govern commercial and general aviation safety in the United States. This course will also provide an overview of modern techniques used in accident investigation. Also covered are descriptions of major factors and the causation of aviation accidents.

 

AST 262 ADVANCED AIRCRAFT THEORY~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (S)
Prerequisites: Private Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating, or consent of the instructor.

Introduction to high performance, multi engine, aerobatic, and tailwheel aircraft; their systems, performance, weight and balance computations, flight procedures, characteristics, and emergencies. Unusual attitude recoveries, IFR and VFR.

 

AST 263 AVIATION REGULATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT~
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 3
Term: (S)

Provides a detailed study of the regulations and procedures common to the aviation industry as well as a survey of the legal environment and the standards of conduct required of professional pilots.

 

AST 281 CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTON~
OPTIONAL COURSE IN AVIATION PROGRAM
THIS CLASS OFFERED AT THE COT IN BOZEMAN
Credits: 1
Term: (S)
Prerequisites: Commercial Pilot Cert. and concurrent enrollment in AST 260

Students must be enrolled in this course while pursuing their Certified Flight Instructor certificate. Credit for the course will be awarded upon completion of the FAA Certified Flight Instructor Practical Test.