Systems for Aerial Surveillance and Security

ECTS
Aviation English 5.0

Goal of the Module

Field:
Aviation To learn aviation related terminology in English and to improve
the English language communication skills in order to function
better in an international aviation environment.
Language
English

 Aviation-related English vocabulary and terminology;

Knowledge  Plain English in aviation context.

 to develop listening skills

 to develop speaking skills
Skills
 to develop presentation skills

 using unambiguous pronunciation, structure and vocabulary in

aviation context
Competences  communicating intelligibly, meaningfully and appropriately in
English in aviation context.

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endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be
held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
 Hours
Main Topic 18L + Details
18W+4E
Language objectives and course requirements. Details
The importance of regarding assessment.
language in international 2 (L) The importance of aviation English for safety. Barriers
communication. to successful communication. Developing
presentation skills.
Transmission of letters, numbers and time. Standard
Radiotelephony basics. 2 (L)
radiotelephony phraseology.
Ground procedures. Standard words and phrases.
2(W)
Communication.
Aerodrome. 2 (L) Airport layout. Facilities. Airport vehicles. Markings
and signs.
Standardized language in Practice of phraseology for communication in the air
2(W)
the air and on the ground and on the ground.
Types of aircraft. Parts of aircraft. Basic principles of
The aircraft. 2(L)
flight.
Fixed-wing and rotary Basic terminology.
2(W)
wing aircraft.
Meteorology 2 (L) Basic terminology.
Weather conditions. 2(W) Clouds, wind, precipitation, drafts, turbulence.
Basic navigation. 2 (L) Basic navigation terminology.
Navagation systems. 2(W) Precision, non-precision approach. Navaids.
Presentations on topic chosen by the student and
approved by the teacher. Suggested topics:
Terminology review. 2(W)
communication, meteorology, navigation. 5MIN.
PRESENTATION
Aviation laws and Introduction to aviation law terms and concepts
(2L)
regulations.
Military operations other than war: humanitarian
Military operations (2W) assistance, Peacekeeping operations, military support
to civil authorities.
Key terms behind the concept. EX. FOR A CASE
Aviation safety 2 (L)
STUDY. PRESENTATION.
Individual case studies. Case study chosen by the
Aviation safety. 4 (W)
student and approved by the teacher.
The future of aviation. 2(L) New technologies. UAV.
Final exam. NB: assessment of language use, not
Final evaluation. 4
procedures and regulations.
Total hours 40

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endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be
held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
 Additional hours of Self-Study

Main Topic Hours Details

Acquiring relevant vocabulary.

Preparing presentations .
Self study 90
Preparing case studies.
Preparing for the evaluation.

Verification of learning outcomes

 Participation in class;
 Presentations
 Case study
 Final test

Remarks:

Minimum Qualification for Lecturers

 English skills at Level C1 of CEFR or NATO STANAG level 3
 University graduate of English as a major
 Teaching experience in the aviation

Prerequisites for international participants:

 English skills at Level B1 Common European Framework of Reference for

Languages (CEFR)
 At least one year of national higher education system.

Revised by the TMP 5th of May, 2017

Revised by Strategic Partners (meeting) 11th of May, 2017

The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an
endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be
held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.