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Aviation Science - Self Paced Class - A Pilot's Guide to Airplane Jet Engines
Captain Matt
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(215)
In this 4-Week Self-Paced class, learners will explore the inner workings and scientific principles behind how jet engines work, all from a pilot's perspective.
Class experience
**** This is a Self-Paced class. There are no in-person meetings. ***** Welcome to the exciting world of jet airplanes! From giant commercial carriers, to the latest high tech fighters, jet engines provide the thrust for much of today's aviation adventures. In this self-paced course, we will explore the historical roots of jet engines, the types of jet engines, the scientific principles behind how jet engines work, jet engine operating considerations, and the latest advances in jet engine...
4 units//14 lessons//4 Weeks
Unit 1Jet Engine SectionsJet Engine Sections5 lessons1 WeekWeek 1Lesson 1Introduction and the Intake SectionOverview of the course and the jet engine intake sectionLesson 2The Compressor SectionThe jet engine compressor sectionLesson 3The Combustion SectionThe jet engine combustion sectionLesson 4The Exhaust SectionThe jet engine exhaust sectionLesson 5The Turbine Section and Summary of Unit 1The jet engine turbine section and conclusion of Unit 1Unit 2Types of Jet EnginesTypes of Jet Engines4 lessons1 WeekWeek 2Lesson 6Unit Intro and the TurbojetIntroduction to Unit 2, and the turbojet engineLesson 7The TurbofanThe turbofan engineLesson 8TurbopropThe turboprop engineLesson 9The Turboshaft and Summary of Unit 2The turboshaft engine and conclusion of Unit 2Unit 3Jet Engine Operating ConsiderationsJet Engine Operating Considerations2 lessons1 WeekWeek 3Lesson 10Intro to Unit 3 and Cockpit InstrumentsJet engine cockpit instrumentsLesson 11Jet Engine Operating Considerations and Summary of Unit 3Jet engine operating considerationsUnit 4Jet Engine Comparisons, Advancements, Odds & EndsJet Engine Comparisons, Advancements, Odds & Ends3 lessons1 WeekWeek 4Lesson 12Jet Engine ComparisonsComparing the performance of jet engine typesLesson 13Jet Engine Advancements and TrendsAdvancements and trends in jet engine design and manufacturingLesson 14Jet Engine Odds & EndsMiscellaneous topics related to jet engines, and the course summary
Students will become familiar with aircraft jet engines. They will learn the basic principles impacting the function of jet engines, the various types of jet engines, jet engine instruments pilots use to monitor and control jet engines, and how jet engines are operated. They will also learn about current trends in design innovation and manufacturing of jet engines.
I served 20 years and an active duty Air Force pilot, flight instructor, and academic teacher. For the past seven years, I have taught a high school Aviation Science course. I remain an active pilot and aviation enthusiast!
Homework Offered
Learners are expected to view the instructional video and complete the assignment each lesson. Supplemental videos, articles, and optional homework assignments will be shared in the classroom.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Assessments are optional but encourages. Each unit will have an end-of-unit review worksheet (google quiz). Students may take the quiz as many times as they like.Grades Offered
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
-Pilot's Handbook of Aviation Knowledge, Federal Aviation Administration publication -Aerodynamics for Pilots, US Air Force publication -Various aircraft operating manuals from the instructor's career
Star Educator
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(215)
I am a retired Air Force pilot and current high school teacher. I love flying, and I love teaching! I graduated from the US Air Force Academy with a degree in Military History. During my 20 year Air Force career, I amassed over 3000 flight hours...
Self-Paced Class
$20
weekly or $80 for all content14 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Completed by 21 learners
Ages: 11-16
