Aviation Program Guides
Air Traffic Control
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AAS Air Traffic Control
Year One
Fall (15 credits)
*Offered in Fall only
Spring (17 credits)
**Offered in Spring only
ATC 143: ATC Regulations *ATC 144: ATC Flight Procedures **ATC 239L: Fundamentals of Nonradar Lab ATC 147: Air Traffic Communications **ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing ATP 235: Elements of the Weather ATA 233: Aviation Safety WRTG 111: Writing Across Contexts ATP 100: Private Pilot Ground School Math 151: College Algebra Year Two
UAA has no restrictions on age or physical condition of students. However, students desiring employment with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) should be aware of FAA employment requirements. All students must meet with an academic advisor in the Aviation Technology Division.
Aviation Maintenance Technology
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Airframe & Powerplant Certificates
Fall Start Airframe & Powerplant Undergraduate Certificates (UC)
Block One (18 Credits)
(Fall or Spring)
Block Two (19 Credits)
(Spring)
Block Three (17 Credits)
(Fall)
Block Four (15 Credits)
(Spring)
Block Five (19 Credits)
(Fall)
AMT 170 (AMT 178) (AMT 177) AMT 282 AMT 283 AMT 171 AMT 181 AMT 272 AMT 284 AMT 283L AMT 172 AMT 181L AMT 273 AMT 284L AMT 285 AMT 174 AMT 185 AMT 273L AMT 287 AMT 285L AMT 174L AMT 185L AMT 274 AMT 287L AMT 286 AMT 175 AMT 186 AMT 274L AMT 289 AMT 364 AMT 176 AMT 187 AMT 279 AMT 289L AMT 369 AMT 177 or AMT 178 AMT 187L AMT 279L AMT 369L The FAA-approved certificate programs prepare you to achieve FAA certification as an aircraft mechanic with airframe and/or powerplant ratings. When you complete the undergraduate certificate program, you will be ready to take FAA-administered tests to achieve your Aircraft Mechanic Certificate by the FAA.
Alternative plans are available for students who only need or want one undergraduate certificate (UC) The airframe certificate has a spring start. The powerplant certificate has a fall start. All students must meet with an academic advisor in the Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program.
For Associate of Applied Science (AAS) AMT Add The Following Courses:
- COMM 111: Fundamentals of Oral Communication (COMM 235, COMM 237, & COMM 241 may also be used)
- WRTG 111: Writing Across Contexts
- WRTG 212: Writing & the Professions (WRTG 211, WRTG 213, & WRTG 214 may also be used)
- MATH 104: Technical Mathematics (or other approved math GER)
Students who opt to pursue the AAS degree in addition to their certificates (UC) are encouraged to take general education courses during summer semesters.
NOTE: The AMT program courses are sequential and students are cautioned that taking courses out of sequence will extend the program beyond its normal length. Some AMT courses have prerequisites and advisor approval may be required prior to registration.
Aviation Management
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BS Aviation Technology (Aviation Management Emphasis)
Year One
Year Two
Fall (16 credits) Spring (12 credits)
** Offered in Spring only
BA 241: Business Law ACCT 201: Principles of Financial Supervision PHYS 123: College Physics BA 231 Fundamentals of Supervision ECON 101: Principles of Microeconomics Year Three
Fall (15 credits)
*Offered in Fall only
Spring (15 credits) *ATA 336: Air Service Operations ATP 235: Elements of Weather ATC 143: ATC Regulations OR ATC 147: Air Traffic Communications PHIL 305: Professional Ethics ACCT 202: Principlesof Managerial Accounting ECON 102: Priniciples of Macroeconmics BA 300: Organizational Theory & Behavior Natural Science GER Upper Division Elective (ATC 144 for Dispatch Track) Upper Division Elective (ATC 325 for Dispatch Track) Year Four
Fall (15 Credits) Spring (15 Credits) ATA 425: Civil Aviation Security ATA 415: Crew Resource Management ATA 431: Aircraft Accident Investigation ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing ATA 492: Air Transportation System Seminar BA 388: Globalization & Business Environment BA 361: Human Resource Management BA 461: Negotiation & Conflict Management Fine Arts (GER) Upper Division Elective (ATC 351 for Dispatch Track) Recommended Elective Tracks
Flight Dispatcher Certificate Air Traffic Control Minor ATC 144: ATC Flight Procedures ATC 143: ATC Regulation ATC 251: Flight Dispatcher Overview ATC 144: ATC Flight Procedures ATC 351: Flight Dispatcher Operations ATC 147: Pilot/Controller Techniques ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing* ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing *(ATC 325 optional but highly recommended) Choose One of The Following:
Major requires ATC 143 or ATC 147. Dispatcher track requires ATC 143. ATC minor requires ATC 143 and 147.
Professional Piloting
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AAS Professional Piloting
Year One
Fall (13 credits) Spring (11 credits) Summer ATA 102: Introduction to Aviation ATA 133: Aviation Law & Regulations Continue Flying as Needed ATP 100: Private Pilot Ground School ATA 233: Aviation Safety MATH 151: College Algebra for Calculus or higher (GER) ATP 101: Pre-Professional Flying WRTG 111: Writing Across Contexts (GER) WRTG 212: Writing & The Professions (GER) Year Two
Year Three
Fall (depends on electives) Spring Summer ATP 300: CFI Ground (elective) Continue Flying as Needed *ATP 301: CFI Flying (elective) *ATP 305: Airplane Multiengine Land Rating Additional Aviation Electives as Needed *UAA flight courses are open entry, and do not necessarily begin and end with the traditional semester schedule. We recommend students fly during summer semesters as a well as the fall and spring. Because flights are routinely rescheduled due to weather and other factors, we also strongly recommend reserving 6 daylight hours free of work or school obligations 4-5 days out of the week.
Students should make it their goal to finish each flight course within a semester’s time frame when possible. This typically requires flights 3-4 times per week, as conditions allow.
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BS Aviation Technology (Professional Piloting Emphasis)
Year One
Fall (15 credits) Spring (17 credits) Summer ATP 100: Private Pilot Ground School ATA 133: Aviation Law & Regulations Continue Flying as Needed ATA 102: Introduction to Aviation ATA 233: Aviation Safety ATA 134: Principles of Aviation Administration *ATP 101: Private Pilot Flying MATH 152: Trigonometry COMM 111 OR COMM 235 OR COMM 237 OR COMM 241 WRTG 111: Writing Across Contexts PHIL 101 OR PHIL 201 OR PHIL 301 OR PHIL 305 WRTG 212: Writing & the Professions Year Two
Fall (15 credits) Spring (16.5 credits) Summer (3.5 credits) ATP 116: Instrument Ground School AMT 171: Basic Aerodynamics Continue Flying as Needed *ATP 126: Instrument Flying ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing ATP 235: Elements of Weather
ATP 200: Commercial Ground School
PHYS 123: College Physics *ATP 218: Commercial Flying I PHYS 123L: College Physics Lab Natural Sciences GER *ATP 219: Commercial Flying II GER Elective Fine Arts Elective (GER) *ATP 220: Commercial Flying III Year Three
Fall (14 credits) Spring (14 credits) Summer ATA 331: Human Factors in Aviation *ATP 305: Airplane Multiengine Land Rating Continue Flying as Needed ATA 337: Airline Operations ATP 320: Flight Dynamics ATC 143: ATC Regulations OR ATC 147: Air Traffic Communications ATP 332: Transport Aircraft Systems ATP 300: CFI Ground School (or other elective) ECON 102: Principles of Macroeconomics (GER) *ATP 301: CFI Flying (or other elective) Social Sciences Elective Year Four
Fall (15 credits) Spring (12 credits)
**Offered in Spring only
Summer ATA 425: Civil Aviation Security
ATC 251: Flight Dispatcher Overview (or other elective) **ATC 351: Flight Dispatcher Operations (or other elective) Elective (Upper Division If Needed) **ATA 415: Crew Resource Management Elective (Upper Division If Needed) Elective (Upper Division If Needed) Elective (Upper Division If Needed) *UAA flight courses are open entry, and do not necessarily begin and end with the traditional semester schedule. We recommend students fly during summer semesters as a well as the fall and spring. Because flights are routinely rescheduled due to weather and other factors, we also strongly recommend reserving 6 daylight hours free of work or school obligations 4-5 days out of the week.
Students should make it their goal to finish each flight course within a semester’s time frame when possible. This typically requires flights 3-4 times per week, as conditions allow.
Aeronautical Studies
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BS Aviation Technology (Aeronautical Studies Emphasis)
The Aeronautical Studies concentration for the BSAT is designed for students doing a non-traditional or self-tailored focus. It allows for students with some college or aviation experience to complete a bachelor's degree. It can also be used in conjunction with a variety of other emphasis areas. We recommend working with your advisor to develop a plan.
Year One
Year Two
Fall (13 credits) Spring (15 credits) ATA 331: Human Factors in Aviation ATA 425: Civil Aviation Security ATA 337: Airline Operations ATA 492: Air Transportation System Seminar ATP 235: Elements of Weather AMT 171: Basic Aerodynamics PHYS 123: College Physics ECON 102: Principles of Macroeconomics PHYS 123L: College Physics Lab Social Sciences Selective GER Elective Note: Recommend one of the following for AKNS GER:
Year Three
Fall (15 credits) Spring (12 credits) Advisor Approved Electives ATP 433: Aerospace Physiology Advisor Approved Electives (AAE) - 35 credits total. To reach Upper Division credit minimum. Most students will need at least 15 Upper Division elective credits.
BA 166: Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management ENGL 312: Advanced Technical Writing TECH 302: Organizational Safety & Health Natural Sciences Elective Year Four
Fall Spring Advisor Approved Electives Advisor Approved Electives Elective Tracks
35 total - minimum of 18 upper division
Elective tracks below are suggestions. Tracks will vary from student to student based on prior experience, prior college credits earned, and area of interest. See advisor to develop degree plan.Piloting (outside training) ATC & Dispatch + Accounting Minor Other Potential Focus Areas ATC 251: Dispatcher Overview ATC 144: Flight Procedures Business Administration Minor ATC 351: Dispatcher Operations ATC 147: Pilot/Control Techniques Communications Minor ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing ATC 239: Nonradar Separation (plus lab) Computer Science Minor ATP 320: Flight Dynamics ATC 251: Dispatcher Overview Economics Minor ATP 332: Transport Aircraft Systems ATC 325: Tools for Weather Briefing ATA 415: Company Resources Management ATC 351: Dispatcher Operations ATC 440: Facility Ops & Administration ACCT 201: Financial Accounting 15 lower-division piloting credits* ACCT 202: Managerial Accounting ACCT 301: Intermediate Accounting I ACCT 302: Intermediate Accounting II 6 ACCT elective credits (upper-division) Total: 36 Credits (18 upper division) Total: 36 credits (18 upper division) *Private, Instrument, & Commercial pilot certificates can be transferred in for lower-division credit). Additional rating and certificates holders may also be eligible for upper-division credit.
COURSE SEQUENCES LISTED ABOVE ARE RECOMMENDATIONS AND MAY VARY FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL STUDENT. SEE COURSE SCHEDULE IN UA ONLINE AND CONTACT ADVISOR FOR DEGREE PLANNING.
- Leesa Arnes Advisor for Piloting, Aeronautical Studies, Management, and Air Traffic Control
- Susan Moran Advisor for Aviation Maintenance
(last updated 8/14/2023)
ATC A143 ATC Regulations 3 Credits
Introduces Federal Aviation Regulations governing the Air Traffic Control System and the role of air traffic control specialists within the federal system.
ATC A144 ATC Flight Procedures 3 Credits
Presents types of navigation aids and their operational characteristics. Introduces
navigational tools and references, and their utilization, charts, VFR flight planning,
and aircraft operating characteristics.
Special Note: One hour in flight training device required.
ATC A147 Air Traffic Communications 3 Credits
Examines communication techniques and standards required in air traffic control communications. Examines airport signage, aircraft identification, basic aviation numerology, and elements of various clearances.
ATC A239: Nonradar Separation 3 Credits
Explores procedures of instrument traffic control in the nonradar environment, with an emphasis on the transition to the radar environment. Emphasizes longitudinal, vertical and lateral separation of air traffic, as well as general control and strip board management.
Prerequisites: (ATC A144 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C) and (ATC A143 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A200 with a minimum grade of C) and ATC A147 with a minimum grade of C.
Corequisites: ATC A239L.
ATC A239L: Nonradar Separation Lab 1 Credit
Explores the application of procedures of instrument traffic control in the nonradar environment, with an emphasis on the transition to the radar environment. Emphasizes longitudinal, vertical and lateral separation of air traffic, as well as general control and strip board management.
Corequisites: ATC A239.
ATC A341 Control Tower Operations 3 Credits
Explains the separation standards of airport facilities in visual and instrument conditions. Includes operations of airport lighting systems, proper phraseology, separation requirements, control techniques and emergency actions. Includes detailed analysis of airport pattern sequencing, nonradar separation, and application of wake turbulence issues.
Prerequisites: (ATC A143 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A200 with a minimum grade of C) and (ATC A144 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C) and ATC A147 with a minimum grade of C.
Corequisites: ATC A341L.
ATC A341L Control Tower Operations Lab 1 Credit
Applies separation techniques at airport facilities in visual and instrument conditions. Includes application of proper phraseology, separation requirements, control techniques and emergency actions. Includes detailed analysis of airport pattern sequencing, nonradar separation, and application of wake turbulence issues.
Corequisites: ATC A341.
ATC A242 ATC Terminal Radar Procedures 3 Credits
Explores terminal radar operations and examines procedures of instrument traffic control in the terminal radar environment.
Prerequisites: ATC A143 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C.
ATC A242L ATC Terminal Radar Procedures Lab 1 Credit
Employs hands-on time in radar laboratory simulators to develop techniques for the separation, vectoring and speed control of air traffic in a terminal radar environment.
Prerequisites: ATC A242 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATC A243 ATC Enroute Procedures 3 Credits
Explores procedures of instrument traffic control in radar and non-radar environments. Emphasizes longitudinal, vertical, and lateral separation of air traffic.
Prerequisites: ATC A144 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C.
ATC A243L ATC Enroute Procedures Lab 1 Credit
Explores techniques of longitudinal, vertical, and lateral separation of air traffic using lab scenarios designed to develop routine problem solving processes to adapt the student controller to real-life ATC situations.
Prerequisites: ATC A243 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATC A251 Flight Dispatcher Overview 3 Credits
Provides an overview of the flight dispatcher profession and prepares students for the transition from the academic to the work environment. Includes the study of meteorology, flight planning, and Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) used by dispatchers.
Prerequisites: ATA A233 with a minimum grade of C and ATP A100 with a minimum grade of C and ATP A325 with a minimum grade of C and (ATC A143 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A200 with a minimum grade of C) and (ATC A144 with a minimum grade of C or ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C).
ATC A325 Tools for Weather Briefing 3 Credits
Covers the operation and assessment of observation from three major weather sensors
(Doppler radar, Weather Satellites, and Automated Surface Observation System (ASOS)),
as well as analysis of weather charts and messages. Focuses on determining the state
of the atmosphere, formulating trends, and their cause and effect.
Special Note: Qualifying air traffic control majors may receive Weather Observer Certification upon
successful completion of Federal Aviation Administration knowledge exams.
Prerequisites: ATP A235 with a minimum grade of C.
ATC A351 Flight Dispatcher Operations 3 Credits
Prepares students for the practical application of previously acquired knowledge necessary to perform flight dispatcher functions. Focuses on the effects of weight and balance, performance, and flight characteristics in normal and abnormal flight.
Prerequisites: ATC A251 with a minimum grade of C.
ATC A440 Facility Operation and Administration 3 Credits
Describes effective operation and administration of air traffic service facilities,
as well as conflict resolution between the FAA and labor unions. Evaluates current
issues and their potential impact on the National Airspace System (NAS).
Registration Restrictions: Sophomore, junior or senior standing
Prerequisites: ATP A100 with a minimum grade of C.
ATA A102 Introduction to Aviation Technology 3 Credits
Introduces aspects of the aviation transportation industry, including general aviation, airlines, airports, aircraft manufacturing, and government organizations. Provides an overview of aviation history. Outlines career opportunities in the aviation industry, including certifications, job qualifications, concepts and responsibilities of an aviation professional.
ATA A133 Aviation Law and Regulations 3 Credits
Overviews the U.S. legal system, origin of laws (national and international) influencing aviation, case studies of aviation litigation, and organization. Includes authority, responsibility, and functions of the entities that regulate or influence modern aviation.
ATA A134 Principles of Aviation Administration 3 Credits
Introduces business administration in general, with an aviation focus. Emphasizes the theories of corporate organization and management. Examines trends in aviation administration.
ATA A233 Aviation Safety 3 Credits
Surveys aviation safety to identify primary causes of aviation accidents. Introduces the process of developing and evaluating safety programs, as well as developing interventions. Introduces the concepts of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and examines the roles of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), other appropriate agencies, and future concepts in aviation safety.
Prerequisites: ATA A102 with a minimum grade of C or ATC A147 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATA A331 Human Factors in Aviation 3 Credits
Covers human factors of flight, including physiological and mental aspects.
Prerequisites: ATA A233 with a minimum grade of C.
ATA A335 Airport Operations 3 Credits
Examines the management and operation of civil airports.
Registration Restrictions: Junior standing
Prerequisites: ATA A102 with a minimum grade of C and ATA A134 with a minimum grade of C.
ATA A336 Air Service Operations 3 Credits
Assesses functions of air service operations. Analyzes organization, financing, revenues
and expenses, construction, expansion, safety, and working relations with local agencies,
including airport management.
Registration Restrictions: Junior standing
Prerequisites: ATA A102 with a minimum grade of C and ATA A134 with a minimum grade of C.
ATA A337 Airline Operations 3 Credits
Analyzes airline organization and management, including classifications, management methods, governmental relationships, and financial positions. Examines airline operations, market research, demand determination, and effects of FAA regulations.
Prerequisites: ATA A102 and ATA A134.
ATA A415 Crew Resource Management 3 Credits
Examines Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles and programs in various aviation employment settings, such as piloting, Air Traffic Control (ATC), management, and aviation maintenance. Examines how to evaluate human perceptions and the decision-making process in the aviation environment. Examines how to develop CRM training programs applicable in various aviation employment settings.
Prerequisites: ATA A331 with a minimum grade of C.
ATA A425 Civil Aviation Security 3 Credits
Analyzes applicable civil aviation transportation security regulations and policy. Assesses security risks and formulates potential intervention, prevention, or enhancement plans using current and developing technology.
ATA A431 Aircraft Accident Investigation 3 Credits
Provides a comparative examination of elements and issues used in a field and laboratory investigation of an aircraft accident. Focuses on researching, discovering and analyzing the facts used to determine probable cause of an aircraft accident. Teaches how to develop a corrective action plan to prevent recurrence.
Prerequisites: ATA A233 with a minimum grade of C and ATA A331 with a minimum grade of C.
ATA A492 Air Transportation System Seminar 3 Credits
Analyzes and evaluates current events, issues, globalization, and emerging technologies
in the air transportation industry. Evaluates present and future implications for
the industry. Integrates technical, business, and general education knowledge to complete
research and project assignments.
Registration Restrictions: Completion of GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses. Junior standing and
division approval required.
Prerequisites: ATA A337 with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Integrative Capstone GER.
ATP A100 Private Pilot Ground School 3 Credits
Prepares students for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Airplane Knowledge Test. Includes basic aerodynamics, aircraft systems, engine operation, flight instruments, radio communication, navigation, weather information and weather dissemination services. Covers Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
Prerequisites: (MATH A055 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 30 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 30 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 30 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 30 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 30) and (ENGL A109 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A110 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C or (Accuplacer-Reading Comp with a score of 080 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with a score of 090) or Accuplacer-Sum AASS + AARC with a score of 170 or (Accuplacer NG Writing with a score of 265 and Accuplacer NG Reading with a score of 265) or Accuplacer NG AAWR + AARE with a score of 530 or ACT English with a score of 22 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 22 or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 560 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 560).
ATP A101 Pre-Professional Flying 2 Credits
Provides beginning flight instruction for students intending to become professional
pilots.
Special Note: Open-entry/open-exit.
Registration Restrictions: FAA Student Pilot Certificate, FAA Class II Medical Certificate and department approval.
Prerequisites can be waived with a passing score on Current Private Pilot Airplane
Knowledge Test.
Prerequisites: ATP A100 with a minimum grade of B.
ATP A116 Instrument Ground School 3 Credits
Provides preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument Pilot
Knowledge Test and flight training under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Includes human
factors, flight systems, instrument navigation, aeronautical charts and publications,
airspace, FAA regulations, and pilot responsibilities.
Special Note: Two hours in a Flight Training Device (FTD) is required.
Registration Restrictions: FAA Private Pilot Certificate or equivalent
Prerequisites: ATP A100 with a minimum grade of C and ATP A101 with a minimum grade of C.
ATP A126 Instrument Flying 2 Credits
Fulfills Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight training requirements for an
Instrument Airplane rating under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 141.
Special Note: Open-entry/open-exit.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval and, if course prerequisite is not met, FAA Private Pilot Certificate
and current FAA second class medical certificate
Prerequisites: ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATP A200 Commercial Ground School 3 Credits
Provides preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot
Knowledge Test. Includes advanced studies of private pilot topics, high performance
and complex aircraft, commercial flight maneuvers, and commercial Federal Aviation
Regulations (FARs).
Registration Restrictions: FAA Private Pilot Certificate or equivalent
ATP A218 Commercial Flying I 1.5 Credit
Provides flight training to review basic private pilot maneuvers and to introduce
the advanced flight maneuvers required of a commercial pilot.
Special Note: Open-entry/open-exit.
Registration Restrictions: Private Pilot Certificate. Department approval required.
Prerequisites: ATP A116 with a minimum grade of C and ATP A200 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATP A219 Commercial Flying II 1.5 Credit
Provides flight training to build proficiency and experience in cross-country flying
and night operations. Includes introduction to complex airplanes.
Special Note: Open-entry/open-exit.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Prerequisites: ATP A218 with a minimum grade of C.
ATP A220 Commercial Flying III 2 Credits
Develops proficiency required to pass the FAA Commercial Pilot Practical Flight Test.
Special Note: Open-entry/open-exit.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Prerequisites: ATP A219 with a minimum grade of C.
ATP A235 Elements of Weather 3 Credits
ATP A300 CFI Ground School 3 Credits
Prepares students for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified Flight Instructor
Knowledge Test. Includes principles of teaching and learning, analysis of student
motivation, flight training syllabus, and the flight instructor's role and responsibilities.
Covers performance and analysis of flight training maneuvers, advanced aerodynamics,
fundamentals of instrument flight, flight training publications, and Federal Aviation
Regulations (FARs).
Registration Restrictions: Departmental approval required.
ATP A301 CFI Flying 2 Credits
Addresses Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight training requirements and required
knowledge for obtaining a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate under Federal
Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 141.
Special Note: Open entry/open exit.
Registration Restrictions: FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or equivalent. Departmental
approval required.
Prerequisites: ATP A220 with a minimum grade of C and ATP A300 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATP A305 Airplane Multiengine Land Rating 2 Credits
Provides flight and ground instruction for Professional Piloting students seeking
the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airplane Multiengine Land Rating.
Special Note: Open entry/open exit.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Prerequisites: ATP A220 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
ATP A320 Flight Dynamics 3 Credits
Applies selected physical and mathematical principles to the analysis and prediction
of aircraft performance. Presents general methods for analyzing and predicting aircraft
performance in all flight regimes. Builds on knowledge introduced in previous pilot
ground and flight courses, aviation weather courses, science, and mathematics courses.
Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing
Prerequisites: AMT A171 with a minimum grade of C and ATP A200 with a minimum grade of C and (MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A152 with a minimum grade of C).
ATP A332 Transport Aircraft Systems 3 Credits
Describes and examines the components of transport aircraft systems, their design, performance, capabilities, limitations, interrelationships, and contribution to the operation, safety, efficiency and economy of the aircraft.
Prerequisites: ATP A200.
ATP A405 Additional CFI Rating 2 Credits
Provides flight instruction for Professional Piloting students seeking additional
ratings on their Flight Instructor Certificate, e.g., Instrument and/or Multi-engine.
Special Note: Open-entry/open-exit.
Registration Restrictions: Certified Flight Instructor Certificate required. Department approval required.
ATP A433 Aerospace Physiology 3 Credits
Surveys and explores the physiological information significant to pilots and others in the aviation community. Discusses the importance of physiological factors involved in flight.
Prerequisites: ATA A331 with a minimum grade of C.
AMT A170 Aircraft Ground Operations and Safety 1 Credit
Examines safety in aviation maintenance including aircraft ground operation and fuel
servicing. Presents policies and procedures of the Aviation Maintenance Technology
Program, UAA and the FAA.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
AMT A171 Basic Aerodynamics 3 Credits
Introduces the theory of aerodynamics and factors affecting flight of heavier than
air fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Emphasizes aircraft weight and balance, aircraft
structures, aerodynamics, theory of flight and aircraft rigging.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
AMT A172 Aircraft Publications, Regulations and Records 3 Credits
Examines the government's involvement in aviation maintenance, and FAA regulations
regarding aviation maintenance and approved training programs. Emphasizes the use
of maintenance publications, maintenance forms and records, and technicians' privileges
and limitations.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
AMT A174 Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics 3 Credits
Examines the theory, derivation, and application of basic DC and AC electrical concepts, definitions, and laws. Introduces passive electrical components, electrical sources, AC waveforms, schematic symbols, and electrical wiring diagrams. Explains troubleshooting fundamentals and circuit analysis of both passive and reactive components.
Prerequisites: MATH A055.
Corequisites: AMT A174L.
AMT A174L Fundamentals of Aircraft Electronics Lab 2 Credits
Introduces the methods of safe and accurate measurement of DC and AC electrical quantities using basic electrical test equipment. Connecting, testing, and operating a variety of DC and AC circuit components, troubleshooting defective components, observing the characteristics of electrical components in test circuits, and wiring circuits from schematic diagrams.
Prerequisites: MATH A055 and AMT A170 or concurrent enrollment.
Corequisites: AMT A174.
AMT A175 Drawing and Precision Measurement 2 Credits
Examines the theory and techniques involved in making and reading aircraft drawings
and blueprints. Introduces precision measurement techniques and practice, and the
use of blueprint information.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
AMT A176 Aircraft Materials and Processes I 2 Credits
Introduces aircraft cleaning, corrosion control, materials, and aircraft hardware.
Covers the selection of appropriate cleaning chemicals and processes. Describes the
identification, selection, and installation of aircraft hardware, fluid lines, and
fittings. Examines the performance of aircraft processes such as heat treating and
hardness testing.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
Prerequisites: AMT A170 or concurrent enrollment.
AMT A177 Reciprocating Engine Theory 2 Credits
Introduces the theory of operation and construction of the internal combustion engine.
Examines the combustion processes, design rationale, cooling and lubrication of internal
combustion of reciprocating engines.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
AMT A178 Turbine Engine Theory 2 Credits
Examines the construction and operation of turbine engines. Introduces thrust development
and design and environmental factors that influence thrust, along with construction
details from inlet to exhaust for representative aircraft turbine engines.
Registration Restrictions: Formal acceptance into the AMT certificate or degree program.
AMT A181 Aircraft Fuel Systems 3 Credits
Examines aircraft fuels, fuel/air mixtures, basic fuel systems and fuel metering devices. Introduces the application of fuels, metering systems, tanks, valves, fuel lines, carburetors, fuel injection systems, turbochargers, and superchargers utilized in a variety of modern aircraft.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A181L.
AMT A181L Aircraft Fuel Systems Lab 1 Credit
Examines the identification, handling, inspection, servicing, and troubleshooting aircraft fuels, basic fuel systems, and fuel metering devices, including complex aircraft systems, tanks, valves, fuel lines, carburetors, fuel injection systems, turbo-chargers, and superchargers.
Prerequisites: AMT A170 and AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A181.
AMT A185 Aircraft Sheetmetal Structures 3 Credits
Introduces sheetmetal, its properties, and uses in fabrication of structural and nonstructural components of aerospace vehicles. Inspection techniques are addressed along with fabrication and repair processes of bending, cutting, forming, drilling, and riveting aluminum sheetmetal parts.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A185L.
AMT A185L Aircraft Sheetmetal Structures Lab 2 Credits
Examines the inspection, fabrication, and repair of aircraft sheetmetal structures including the processes of bending, cutting, forming, drilling, and riveting aluminum sheetmetal parts.
Prerequisites: AMT A170 and AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A185.
AMT A186 Aircraft Non-Destructive Inspection Methods 3 Credits
Introduces the selection and use of appropriate non-destructive testing methods commonly employed in the aircraft industry such as visual, dye penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, and ultrasound.
Prerequisites: AMT A170.
AMT A187 Aircraft Reciprocating Engine Overhaul 3 Credits
Introduces the overhaul practices for aircraft internal combustion engines. Includes disassembly, cleaning, non-destructive testing, measurement, lubrication and assembly of engines.
Prerequisites: AMT A175 and AMT A177.
Corequisites: AMT A187L.
AMT A187L Aircraft Reciprocating Engine Overhaul Lab 2 Credits
Provides practice in the performance of overhaul of aircraft internal combustion engine. Describes disassembly, cleaning, non-destructive testing, measurement, lubrication and assembly of internal combustion engine.
Prerequisites: AMT A170 and AMT A175.
Corequisites: AMT A187.
AMT A272 Aircraft Electrical Hardware and Systems 3 Credits
Examines the operation, application, servicing, and installation practices of aircraft electrical components such as switches, relays, fuses, other circuit protection devices, wires, and connectors. Describes components such as aircraft batteries, power generators (DC and AC), and aircraft electrical distribution systems. Details the methods used in testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting these components.
Prerequisites: AMT A174 and AMT A174L.
AMT A273 Aircraft Fluid Power Systems 2 Credits
Introduces fluid power and the application of pressure, force, area, volume, flow and speed, and function of fluid power in aircraft systems. Examines fluids, seals, hoses, tubing, connections, component identification and function, inspection, installation, and overhaul. Explores system operation, inspection, and troubleshooting for hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A273L.
AMT A273L Aircraft Fluid Power Systems Lab 2 Credits
Examines the identification, installation operation, and servicing of fluid power systems and components such as fluids, seals, hoses, tubing, connections, pumps, valves, regulators, filters, reservoirs, and actuators. Analyses of system operation, inspection, and troubleshooting are included for hydraulic, pneumatic, and landing gear systems.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A273.
AMT A274 Aircraft Electronic Systems 5 Credits
Examines the use of mechanical and electronic systems in sensing, communicating, and displaying information, along with solid state and digital devices, sensors, and special circuits used in instrumentation systems on aircraft. Analyzes the methods used in testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting those systems.
Prerequisites: AMT A174.
Corequisites: AMT A274L.
AMT A274L Aircraft Electronic Systems Lab 1 Credit
Provides practice in creating, operating, testing, and analyzing solid state and digital devices, sensors, and special circuits used in instrumentation systems and the mechanical and electrical systems used in sensing, communicating, and displaying information in aircraft.
Prerequisites: AMT A174L.
Corequisites: AMT A274.
AMT A279 Aircraft Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul 3 Credits
Examination of turbine engine construction details and engine support systems. Examination of operational characteristics and the procedures and practices used to repair or overhaul typical aircraft turbine systems.
Prerequisites: AMT A175 and AMT A178.
Corequisites: AMT A279L.
AMT A279L Aircraft Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Lab 1 Credit
Examines practices involved in the disassembly, assembly, inspection and repair of aircraft turbine engines. Emphasizes the use of technical data, appropriate tools and inspection devices along with special safety procedures related to the servicing, operation and repair of turbine engines.
Prerequisites: AMT A175 and AMT A178.
Corequisites: AMT A279.
AMT A282 Aircraft Propeller Systems 1 Credit
Examines the installation, operation, inspection, performance testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft propeller systems.
Prerequisites: AMT A177 and AMT A178.
AMT A284 Aircraft Electrical Machinery 2 Credits
Examines the construction, operation, inspection, servicing, and repair of aircraft electrical components such as electric motors, generators, alternators, voltage controls, magnetos, and ignition system components.
Prerequisites: AMT A272.
Corequisites: AMT A284L.
AMT A284L Aircraft Electrical Machinery Lab 2 Credits
Application of practices in inspecting, servicing, operation, testing, and repair of electrical components such as electrical motors, DC generators, DC alternators, AC alternators, voltage regulators, reverse current relays, generator and alternator protection devices, magnetos, and ignition system components.
Prerequisites: AMT A272.
Corequisites: AMT A284.
AMT A287 Reciprocating Engine Installation and Operation 3 Credits
Provides an in-depth study of the installation, operation, and inspection of aircraft reciprocating engines. Examines the application of performance testing and troubleshooting practices commonly used to diagnose and correct aircraft engine problems.
Prerequisites: AMT A181 and AMT A187.
Corequisites: AMT A287L.
AMT A287L Reciprocating Engine Installation and Operation Lab 2 Credits
Provides practice in the installation, operation and inspection of aircraft reciprocating engines. Details the application of performance testing and troubleshooting practices commonly used to diagnose and correct aircraft engine problems.
Prerequisites: AMT A181L and AMT A187L.
Corequisites: AMT A287.
AMT A289 Turbine Engine Installation and Operation 3 Credits
Provides an in-depth study of the installation, operation and inspection of aircraft turbine engines. Examines the application of performance testing and troubleshooting practices commonly used to diagnose and correct aircraft engine problems.
Prerequisites: AMT A181 and AMT A279.
Corequisites: AMT A289L.
AMT A289L Turbine Engine Installation and Operation Lab 2 Credits
Provides practice in the installation, operation, and inspection of aircraft turbine engines. Details the application of performance testing and troubleshooting practices commonly used to diagnose and correct aircraft engine problems.
Prerequisites: AMT A181L and AMT A279L.
Corequisites: AMT A289.
AMT A283 Aircraft Auxiliary Systems 3 Credits
Examines the operation, maintenance, servicing, and troubleshooting of auxiliary systems on aircraft. Details the environmental control systems (heat, air conditioning, pressurization, oxygen), ice and rain control systems, instrumentation, fire protection, and associated indicating and warning systems of commuter and transport category aircraft.
Prerequisites: AMT A274 and AMT A274L.
Corequisites: AMT A283L.
AMT A283L Aircraft Auxiliary Systems Lab 1 Credit
Examines the operation, maintenance, servicing, inspection, and troubleshooting of auxiliary systems on aircraft. Skill building practice is provided in operating, servicing, and troubleshooting systems using system schematics, wiring diagrams, and maintenance information.
Prerequisites: AMT A274 and AMT A274L.
Corequisites: AMT A283.
AMT A285 Aircraft Bonded Structures 4 Credits
Examines the theory of and techniques used in the fabrication, inspection, repair, and finishing of bonded structures, plastics, wood structures, fabric covering, honeycomb structures, and advanced composite structures.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A285L.
AMT A285L Aircraft Bonded Structures Lab 1 Credits
Provides practice in the fabrication, inspection, and repair of bonded structures including plastics, fabric covering, honeycomb structures, advanced composite structures, and painting.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
Corequisites: AMT A285.
AMT A286 Aircraft Materials and Processes II 2 Credits
Examines the theory of and techniques used in the repair of aircraft steel structures, and certain aluminum, magnesium, and titanium components.
Prerequisites: AMT A176.
AMT A364 Aircraft Avionics Systems 3 Credits
Examines the fundamentals of design, installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of airborne communication, navigation, instrument, and auto flight systems.
Prerequisites: AMT A274.
AMT A369 Airframe Assembly and Inspections 3 Credits
Examines the procedures and rules for performance of scheduled and non-scheduled aircraft inspections and evaluation of the condition of aircraft and their systems to determine air worthiness. Details aircraft disassembly, balancing, reassembly, weight and balance, and the procedures for rigging structural assemblies and flight control systems. Students will conduct research on regulations and conformity data; plan and perform inspections, then analyze and record findings.
Prerequisites: AMT A185 and AMT A272.
Corequisites: AMT A369L.
AMT A369L Airframe Assembly and Inspections Lab 2 Credits
Provides practice in the performance of scheduled and non-scheduled aircraft inspections. Includes practice in the performance of jacking and weighing of aircraft and disassembly, balancing, reassembly, and rigging of aircraft assemblies and flight controls, researching data, inspecting systems and components, evaluating the condition of aircraft and systems to determine air worthiness, recording findings in maintenance records.
Prerequisites: AMT A185L and AMT A272.
Corequisites: AMT A369.
ACCT A201 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Credits
Introduces financial accounting concepts and principles. Emphasizes the recognition
and recording of financial information, the creation and understanding of financial
statements, and the role accounting information takes in business and society.
Special Note: ACCT A101 and ACCT A102 will satisfy the requirement for ACCT A201. AAS Accounting majors must take ACCT A101 and ACCT A102.
Registration Restrictions: UAA-approved mathematics placement test scores may be used in lieu of prerequisites.
Prerequisites: MATH A105 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A121 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A221 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C.
ACCT A202 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 Credits
Studies the generation and analysis of accounting information and its use by managers as they engage in planning, control and decision-making activities in business and non-business organizations. Includes product costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, profit planning, variance analysis, relevant costs for decision making, and capital budgeting decisions.
Prerequisites: ACCT A101 with a minimum grade of C or ACCT A201 with a minimum grade of C.
ACCT A301 Intermediate Accounting I 3 Credits
Provides an in-depth study of the accounting sequence, principles and rules governing
financial statements and balance sheet accounts including: cash, receivables, inventory,
intangibles, and property, plant and equipment.
Registration Restrictions: College of Business and Public Policy majors must be admitted to upper-division standing.
Prerequisites: ((ACCT A101 with a minimum grade of C and ACCT A102 with a minimum grade of C) or ACCT A201 with a minimum grade of C) and ACCT A202 with a minimum grade of C.
ACCT A302 Intermediate Accounting II 3 Credits
A continuation of the study of intermediate accounting, including the principles governing
financial reporting of investments, liabilities, stockholders' equity, revenues and
cash flows.
Registration Restrictions: College of Business and Public Policy majors must be admitted to upper-division standing.
Prerequisites: ACCT A301 with a minimum grade of C.
AKNS A201 Alaska Native Perspectives 3 Credits
Introduces Alaska Native perspectives on kinship, time, philosophy, symbolism, spirituality, communication, justice, oral traditions, storytelling, material culture, and the relationship to the environment. Includes the diversity of Alaska Native peoples, languages, and worldviews and how these influence contemporary and global issues.
Attributes: UAA Humanities GER.
AKNS A215 Music of Alaska Natives and Indigenous Peoples of Northern Regions 3 Credits
Explores music and dance practices of Alaska Native and Indigenous peoples of the
circumpolar north by region and culture group. Interdisciplinary methods will be used
to examine the historical and social dynamics behind changing musical and cultural
traditions. Fundamentals of ethnomusicology theory and research methods will be introduced.
Registration Restrictions: AKNS A201 or MUS A111 recommended prior to registering for this course.
Crosslisted With: MUS A215.
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Fine Arts GER.
AKNS A216 World Indigenous Music 3 Credits
Survey course on indigenous music cultures of the world. Musical traditions of Europe,
the Americas, Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Near/Far East are examined within the
context of musical styles and culture.
Crosslisted With: MUS A216
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Fine Arts GER.
ANTH A200 Alaska Native Cultures 3 Credits
Surveys Alaska Native peoples, including cultural heritage, ethnohistory, and contemporary experiences from an anthropological perspective. Covers environmental settings, linguistic subdivisions, precolonial sociocultural organization and subsistence patterns, contact with non-Native groups, and key issues, including education, politics and law.
Attributes: UAA Social Sciences GER.
BA A151 Business Foundations 3 Credits
Introduces students to key business principles. Explores strategies allowing companies to compete in today's complex global marketplace. Discusses the primary functional areas of business, including management, marketing, finance, accounting and information systems. Provides students with opportunities to develop essential business skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, team building and business etiquette.
Attributes: UAA Social Sciences GER.
BA A166 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management 3 Credits
Introduces the concepts and practical aspects of entrepreneurial management for starting and operating a small business. Focuses on decision making, management, leadership, marketing, financial controls, and other necessary processes to ensure the successful start-up and long-term health of a business enterprise.
BA A231 Fundamentals of Supervision 3 Credits
Introduces students to the supervisor's role in organizations. Emphasizes development of the insights and skills necessary to achieve organizational objectives through others by effectively using the managerial functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Offers practical experience in decision making in contemporary and relevant situations facing today's supervisors.
BA A241 Business Law I 3 Credits
Introduces topics such as the American legal system, state and federal courts, alternative
dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contracts,
international law, and business ethics.
Crosslisted With: JUST A241.
Prerequisites: (COMM A111 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A235 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A237 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A241 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A1O with a minimum grade of C or COMM A2O with a minimum grade of C) and (WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C).
BA A300 Organizational Theory and Behavior 3 Credits
Introduces the field of organizational behavior. Covers the basic elements of how
people think, feel and behave in an organization, along with relevant applications
to reinforce best practices.
Registration Restrictions: College of Business and Public Policy majors must be admitted to upper-division standing.
Prerequisites: (COMM A111 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A235 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A237 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A241 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A1O with a minimum grade of C or COMM A2O with a minimum grade of C) and (WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C).
BA A361 Human Resource Management 3 Credits
Covers the sustainable, competitive advantage that organizations can gain through
the recruitment, selection, promotion and management of human talent. Examines human
resource practices from both a theoretical and a practical lens.
Registration Restrictions: College of Business and Public Policy majors must be admitted to upper-division standing.
Prerequisites: BA A300 with a minimum grade of C.
BA A388 Globalization and Business Environment 3 Credits
Examines the external context in which businesses operate. Includes an assessment
of the ethical, legal, political and social issues that organizations face in a global
environment.
Registration Restrictions: College of Business and Public Policy majors must be admitted to upper-division standing
BA A461 Negotiation and Conflict Management 3 Credits
Provides students with a forum to develop and practice negotiation skills and offers
opportunities to make positive changes in negotiation behavior and habits.
Registration Restrictions: College of Business and Public Policy majors must be admitted to upper-division standing.
Prerequisites: (COMM A111 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A235 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A237 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A241 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A1O with a minimum grade of C or COMM A2O with a minimum grade of C) and (WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C).
COMM A111 Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 Credits
Introduction to oral communication focusing on interpersonal, small group and public
speaking processes. Students develop oral communication skills for improving feedback,
active listening, language usage, nonverbal behavior, audience analysis, and techniques
for speech preparation, delivery and alleviating speaking anxiety.
Special Note: Students who qualify for placement in WRTG A111 or have already completed WRTG A111 are qualified for this course.
Registration Restrictions: Appropriate test score on English placement test, SAT Verbal Section, or ACT English
Test will waive the ENGL A109 or WRTG A110 prerequisite.
Prerequisites: COMM A110 with a minimum grade of C or ENGL A109 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A110 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or (Accuplacer-Reading Comp with a score of 080 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with a score of 090) or Accuplacer-Sum AASS + AARC with a score of 170 or (Accuplacer NG Writing with a score of 265 and Accuplacer NG Reading with a score of 265) or Accuplacer NG AAWR + AARE with a score of 530 or Original ACT English with a score of 22 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 22 or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 560 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 560.
Attributes: UAA Oral Communication GER.
COMM A235 Small Group Communication 3 Credits
Practical application of the theories of interaction, information sharing, decision
making, team building and problem solving to small group situations. Principles of
conflict, leadership, group roles, self-evaluation, evidence and reasoning are explored
through group observation, practice and analysis. Students develop oral communication
skills by engaging in a variety of individual and group presentations.
Special Note: Students who qualify for placement in WRTG A111 or have already completed WRTG A111 are qualified for this course.
Registration Restrictions: Appropriate test score on English placement test, SAT Verbal Section, or ACT English
Test will waive the ENGL A109 or WRTG A110 prerequisite.
Prerequisites: COMM A110 with a minimum grade of C or ENGL A109 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A110 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or (Accuplacer-Reading Comp with a score of 080 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with a score of 090) or Accuplacer-Sum AASS + AARC with a score of 170 or (Accuplacer NG Writing with a score of 265 and Accuplacer NG Reading with a score of 265) or Accuplacer NG AAWR + AARE with a score of 530 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 22 or Original ACT English with a score of 22 or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 560 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 560.
Attributes: UAA Oral Communication GER.
COMM A237 Interpersonal Communication 3 Credits
Understanding and building interpersonal communication skills. Students use experiential
and oral performance approaches to explore nonverbal and verbal channels, emotions,
empathetic listening, perception, self-disclosure, and conflict in significant personal
and professional relationships.
Special Note: Students who qualify for placement in WRTG A111 or have already completed WRTG A111 are qualified for this course.
Registration Restrictions: Appropriate test score on English placement test, SAT Verbal Section, or ACT English
Test will waive the ENGL A109 or WRTG A110 prerequisite.
Prerequisites: COMM A110 with a minimum grade of C or ENGL A109 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A110 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or (Accuplacer-Reading Comp with a score of 080 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with a score of 090) or Accuplacer-Sum AASS + AARC with a score of 170 or (Accuplacer NG Writing with a score of 265 and Accuplacer NG Reading with a score of 265) or Accuplacer NG AAWR + AARE with a score of 530 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 22 or ACT English with a score of 22 or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 560 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 560.
Attributes: UAA Oral Communication GER.
COMM A241 Public Speaking 3 Credits
Speaking skills for individual presentations. Preparation, delivery and analysis of
speeches in various platform speaking situations. Includes verbal and nonverbal skills,
critical thinking in selecting and organizing materials, audience analysis, informative
and persuasive presentations.
Special Note: Students who qualify for placement in WRTG A111 or have already completed WRTG A111 are qualified for this course.
Registration Restrictions: Appropriate test score on English placement test, SAT Verbal Section, or ACT English
Test will waive the ENGL A109 or WRTG A110 prerequisite.
Prerequisites: COMM A110 with a minimum grade of C or ENGL A109 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A110 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or (Accuplacer-Reading Comp with a score of 080 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with a score of 090) or Accuplacer-Sum AASS + AARC with a score of 170 or (Accuplacer NG Writing with a score of 265 and Accuplacer NG Reading with a score of 265) or Accuplacer NG AAWR + AARE with a score of 530 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 22 or ACT English with a score of 22 or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 560 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 560.
Attributes: UAA Oral Communication GER.
ECON A102 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Credits
Theoretical approach to determination of the national income level and economic activity
including coverage of the history of macroeconomic theory with special emphasis on
economic growth, inflation, business cycles, international finance, and monetary and
fiscal policy.
Registration Restrictions: Minimum one year of high school algebra required.
Attributes: UAA Social Sciences GER.
ECON A101 Principles of Microeconomics 3 Credits
Presents the tools and concepts needed for analysis of economic decision-making at
the level of the individual (consumer, firm, government), and explores how these decisions
affect market outcomes. Explores the theory of prices and markets, industrial organization,
public policy, income distribution, and contemporary problems of labor and business.
Registration Restrictions: Minimum one year of high school algebra
Attributes: UAA Social Sciences GER.
ENGL A312 Advanced Technical Writing 3 Credits
Advanced study of technical writing principles, practices and genres. Extensive practice
in designing, revising and editing print and electronic documents.
Special Note: May include fees if delivered in a computerized classroom.
Registration Restrictions: WRTG A212 recommended
Prerequisites: WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C.
MATH A104 Technical Mathematics 3 Credits
Covers proportions and rational equations, applications of percentages, measurement
conversions, area and volume calculations, logarithms, and trigonometry. Applications
emphasize the relationship of these mathematical concepts to quantitative decision
making in technical fields.
Special Note: Does not fulfill the prerequisite for any other mathematics course.
Prerequisites: MATH A055 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A060 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 030.
Attributes: UAA Quantitative Skills GER.
MATH A105 Intermediate Algebra 3 Credits
Topics include expressions, equations and applications involving linear, quadratic, rational and radical functions; graphs of linear and quadratic functions; functions and their inverses; introduction to exponential and logarithmic functions; and systems of linear equations.
Prerequisites: MATH A055 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A060 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 030 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 030.
MATH A151 College Algebra for Calculus 4 Credits
Study of algebraic, logarithmic and exponential functions; systems of equations; and
applications.
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 7 credits from any combination of MATH A151, MATH A152 and MATH A155 toward the graduation requirements for any baccalaureate degree.
Registration Restrictions: If the prerequisite is not satisfied, an approved UAA placement test is required.
Prerequisites: MATH A105 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 055.
Attributes: UAA Quantitative Skills GER.
MATH A152 Trigonometry 3 Credits
A study of trigonometric functions, including graphing, identities, inverse trigonometric
functions, solving equations and polar coordinates, and applications.
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 7 credits from any combination of MATH A151, MATH A152 and MATH A155 toward the graduation requirements for any baccalaureate degree.
Registration Restrictions: If the prerequisite is not satisfied, an approved UAA placement test is required.
Prerequisites: MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 065.
Attributes: UAA Quantitative Skills GER.
PHIL A101 Introduction to Logic 3 Credits
Develops formal and informal reasoning skills, introduces deductive logic via statement logic, analyzes arguments and introduces scientific and inductive reasoning, reviews common fallacies and methods for evaluating arguments.
Attributes: UAA Humanities GER.
PHIL A201 Introduction to Philosophy 3 Credits
Introduces works of major influential thinkers, both ancient and modern, focusing on the Western philosophical tradition. Emphasizes central problems of knowledge, reality, and good and evil.
Attributes: UAA Humanities GER.
PHIL A301 Ethics 3 Credits
An introduction to major theories in normative ethics and metaethics, and the arguments of important moral philosophers. Emphasis on critical reasoning, as well as evaluation and analysis of arguments. Includes the application of ethical theory to contemporary moral issues, such as rights and distributive justice, environmental and animal issues, abortion, terrorism, and euthanasia.
Prerequisites: WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Humanities GER.
PHIL 305 Professional Ethics 3 Credits
Focuses on the duties of professionals to their clients and society, and examines the dilemmas that are created when these duties come in conflict with one another and with the duties of general morality. Uses case studies highlighting issues in engineering, information technology, law, medicine, journalism and other professions.
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or EVIDENCE-BASED READ/WRIT SCORE with a score of 610 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 30.
Attributes: UAA Diversity & Inclusion GER, UAA Humanities GER.
PHYS A123 College Physics I 3 Credits
Algebra-based introduction to classical physics, including: kinematics, Newton's Laws,
momentum, work, energy, gravity, rotational motion, fluids, heat, temperature, and
laws of thermodynamics.
Special Note: PHYS A123L is a separate laboratory course.
Prerequisites: MATH A105 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 055.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sciences GER.
PHYS A123L College Physics I Laboratory 1 Credit
Introductory physics laboratory with experiments in mechanics, fluids and thermodynamics.
Prerequisites: PHYS A123 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sci Lab Only GER.
STAT A200 Elementary Statistics 3 Credits
Introduction to concepts and applications of elementary statistical methods. Topics
include sampling, data analysis, descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability
and sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation,
and simple linear regression.
Special Note: A student may apply no more than 3 credits from STAT A200 or BA A273 toward the graduation requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
Prerequisites: MATH A104 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A105 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 055.
Attributes: UAA Quantitative Skills GER.
TECH A302 Organizational Safety and Health 3 Credits
Covers issues, concerns and factors relating to environmental, safety and health issues that leaders and managers in technical fields are likely to encounter in their workplace. Examines common occupational safety and health (OSH) and Alaska OSH (AKOSH) standards for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, recognizing safety issues, and taking action to mitigate and prevent safety issues. Includes steps for establishing a corporate culture of safety and health.
Prerequisites: (COMM A111 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A235 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A237 with a minimum grade of C or COMM A241 with a minimum grade of C) and (WRTG A211 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A212 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A213 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A214 with a minimum grade of C) and TECH A305 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
WRTG A111 Writing Across Contexts 3 Credits
An introduction to writing strategies and processes for reading and responding to rhetorical situations across a variety of public and academic contexts.
Prerequisites: ENGL A109 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A110 with a minimum grade of C or (Accuplacer-Reading Comp with a score of 080 and Accuplacer-Sentence Skills with a score of 090) or Accuplacer-Sum AASS + AARC with a score of 170 or (Accuplacer NG Writing with a score of 265 and Accuplacer NG Reading with a score of 265) or Accuplacer NG AAWR + AARE with a score of 530 or ACT English with a score of 22 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 22 or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 560 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 560 or EVIDENCE-BASED READ/WRIT SCORE with a score of 560.
Attributes: UAA Written Communication GER.
WRTG A211 Writing and the Humanities 3 Credits
Introduces what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the humanities, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field.
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A3W with a minimum grade of C or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 610 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 610 or EVIDENCE-BASED READ/WRIT SCORE with a score of 610 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 30 or Original ACT English with a score of 30.
Attributes: UAA Written Communication GER.
WRTG A212 Writing and the Professions 3 Credits
An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the professions,
with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres
and writing practices in the field.
Registration Restrictions: If prerequisite is not satisfied, appropriate SAT, ACT or AP scores or approved UAA
placement test is required.
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A3W with a minimum grade of C or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 610 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 610 or EVIDENCE-BASED READ/WRIT SCORE with a score of 610 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 30 or Original ACT English with a score of 30.
Attributes: UAA Written Communication GER.
WRTG A213 Writing and the Sciences 3 Credits
An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the sciences, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field.
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A3W with a minimum grade of C or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 610 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 610 or EVIDENCE-BASED READ/WRIT SCORE with a score of 610 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 30 or Original ACT English with a score of 30.
Attributes: UAA Written Communication GER.
WRTG A214 Arguing Across Contexts 3 Credits
Instruction and practice in written research-supported arguments for a variety of audiences, with an emphasis on rhetorical strategies across a variety of public and academic contexts.
Prerequisites: WRTG A111 with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A1W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A2W with a minimum grade of C or WRTG A3W with a minimum grade of C or SAT Critical Reading Score with a score of 610 or SAT Verbal Score with a score of 610 or EVIDENCE-BASED READ/WRIT SCORE with a score of 610 or Enhanced ACT English with a score of 30 or Original ACT English with a score of 30.
Attributes: UAA Written Communication GER.