MCCCD Program Description

Readings in Aviation

Course: AET257

First Term: 1994 Fall

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 4 Period(s) 3.7 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Critical inquiry of a particular aviation theme from a wide variety of sources. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. International data communication facilities and equipment made available for student use

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Determine subject based on personal interest and relevance to aviation. (I) 2. Select appropriate resources to research the subject. (II) 3. Obtain and use materials and information identified through the search process. (II) 4. Prepare, arrange, and conduct interviews with subject matter experts. (III) 5. Evaluate sources and draw conclusions. (III) 6. Develop a comprehensive outline. (IV) 7. Complete a formal paper demonstrating competency in gathering, interpreting, and evaluating material. (IV) 8. Describe results of the research process and defend conclusions. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Determination of subject A. Impact B. Points of view II. Internet and library skills A. Print and electronic resources 1. Advantages and disadvantages 2. Appropriate uses 3. Evaluating sources 4. Ethical use of resources B. Use of electronic information resources 1. Navigation tools 2. Databases and lists 3. Keyword and Boolean strategies III. Research procedures A. Note taking B. Interviewing C. Analysis of materials IV. Writing A. Thesis development B. Outlining C. Organization D. Documentation V. Oral presentation and defense

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 4/26/1994

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.