13917 - Aviation Industry Safety Processes and Standards Modulübersicht

Module Number: 13917
Module Title:Aviation Industry Safety Processes and Standards
  Sicherheitsprozesse und -standards in der Luftfahrtindustrie
Department: Faculty 3 - Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Energy Systems
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr.-Ing. Höschler, Klaus
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every summer semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:The primary aim of this lecture is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the safety processes and standards that govern the aviation industry. By the end of the session, students should be able to:
  • Recognize the significance of international and national regulatory bodies in maintaining aviation safety.
  • Comprehend the principles and implementation of Safety Management Systems.
  • Analyze the role of human factors in aviation incidents and propose strategies for improvement.
  • Understand the latest technological contributions to enhancing safety in aviation operations.
  • Understand the collaborative efforts required at both national and international levels to uphold and improve safety standards in the aviation industry.
Contents:
  • Introduction to Aviation Safety
  • International Regulatory Bodies
  • Safety Management Systems (SMS):
  • Accident Investigation and Reporting
  • Human Factors in Aviation Safety
  • Technological Advancements in Safety
Recommended Prerequisites:None
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Lecture / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Exercise / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:
  • "Safety Management Systems in Aviation" by Alan J. Stolzer, Carl D. Halford, and John J. Goglia
  • "Aviation Safety Programs: A Management Handbook" by Clarence C. Rodrigues
  • "Introduction to Aviation Safety and Security" by Stephen K. Cusick and Scott Shappell
Module Examination:Final Module Examination (MAP)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:
  • written examination, 120. min
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:50
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Master (research-oriented) / Hybrid Electric Propulsion Technology / PO 2024
Remarks:None
Module Components:VL + Ü +PRÜ Aviation Industry Safety Processes and Standards
Components to be offered in the Current Semester:
  • no assignment