Pilot Ground School
Overview
The Pilot Ground School cluster of courses has been developed to teach students all of the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the Ground School component of their Private Pilot’s License, administered by Transport Canada. Students who complete this 8 course cluster, and meet Transport Canada requirements (including a minimum number of hours of flight instruction) are then qualified to write the Transport Canada Private Plot License Airplane Category written exam.
Students can obtain their Private Pilot’s License by completing their flight instruction through one of the Flight Training Units approved by Transport Canada. Students can begin their flight instruction at any time, including while enrolled in this cluster, as long as they meet the Transport Canada requirements.
More information on the exam can be found in this document: TP 12880E (06/2010) Study and Reference Guide for written examinations for the Private Pilot Licence – Aeroplane fifth edition, which is found here:
Besides completing their Ground School training, students completing this cluster will also learn about various sectors in the aviation industry, including a variety of aviation careers, such as commercial pilot, air traffic controller, meteorologist, aircraft maintenance engineer, and aeronautical engineering.
After successfully completing the cluster, students will have obtained knowledge and skills which will ease their transition to post secondary education opportunities in aviation. These include BSc. in aviation or meteorology, air traffic control diploma, and engineering programs in maintenance and aeronautics.
Manitoba Education Aviation Curriculum
Grades 9 to 12 Pilot Ground School: Manitoba Technical-Vocational Curriculum Framework of Outcomes
Introduction to Aviation 20S / 20E / 20M
In this course, students are introduced to the field of aviation. They explore a variety of topics, including aerodynamics, aircraft mechanics, air law, meteorology, navigation and human factors.
Principles of Flight 30S / 30E / 30M
In this largely theoretical course, students focus on aerodynamics, theory of flight, mechanics of aircraft, air law, radio theory, airdromes and airports, as well as engines, airframes, systems and instruments.
Meteorology and Navigation 30S / 30E / 30M
In this course, students will develop theoretical and practical understanding of meteorology, and its application to aviation. They will also develop theoretical and practical understanding of navigation , especially as it relates to flight planning.
Flight Simulation Lab 30S / 30E / 30M
This course, students focus on following correct procedures while performing flight training exercises as they fly simulated aircraft. This provides them with the opportunity to incorporate the theory that they have previously learned. As part of their experience flying simulated aircraft, students learn required radio procedures.
Human Factors 40S / 40E / 40M
This course focuses on human factors in aviation, including the pilot and the operating environment, aviation psychology, pilot decision making, and aviation physiology.
Advanced Aviation 40S / 40E / 40M
In this course, students will gain advanced understanding of navigation technologies, aerodynamics, the relationship between meteorological conditions and aircraft performance, and air law.
Aviation Operations 40S / 40E / 40M
In this course, students will develop understanding of all sectors of the aviation industry, and focus on those sectors in which they are interested in pursuing. They will have the opportunity to discover the aviation-related facilities in their area, such as air operators, airports and airdromes, repair and maintenance facilities, control towers and centres, etc.
Applied Aviation 40S / 40E / 40M
In this course, students develop understanding of careers in the aviation industry, including training and employment opportunities, and focus on those careers in which they are interested in pursuing. Students will have the opportunity to meet with people who work in specific careers in aviation. They will also develop a resume as part of their plan to obtain their preferred career in aviation.
License’s and Ratings
- Recreational
- Private
- Commercial
- Instrument
- Multi Engine
- Airline Transport
- Float
- Night
Career Opportunities
- Airline Pilot
- Bush Pilot
- Aerial Applicator
- Flight Instructor
- Military Pilot
- Meteorologist
- Air Traffic Controller
- Flight Service Specialist
- Airports
- Operation Management
- Aircraft Mechanical Engineer
Instructor: Joe Vodopivec
Phone: 204-888-0684, Ext. 5039
Instagram: CSHC_aviation_highschool