Asia Flight Simulation Centre offers three distinct modules and one combo module to help enrich your students' learning:-

1. Aviation Science
2. Aerospace Life Science
3. Space Science
4. Combo Module
    (Combination of the three modules above - of variable duration, depending on your preference)
5. Overall Academic Coverage

• Laboratory work to help students to correlate and understand the classroom theories and the real life applications
• Multimedia slides lessons entailing basic aviation theories interweaved with aviation related Science/Maths theories (according to the relevant levels - see below)
• Video clips on basic aviation related procedures and issues to help reinforce understanding and make programme interesting
• Hands-on practical sessions (eg. take-off, landing, navigation and other flying sequences)
• Multi-pilots online 'LIVE' flying at AsiaFlightSim site
• Free unlimited lifetime membership with AsiaFlightSim site for online 'LIVE' flying lessons/sessions upon course commencement
• Mini group projects on Flight Planning Exercises flying from selected Airport A to Airport B (possibly to Airport C, etc.) (Class to be broken into smaller groupings, each to work on a prescribed scenario)

• Measurement – Length, Vol., Mass, Time, Temperature
• Rate, Speed, Density
• Matter Classification, Properties, Applications
• Elements & Compounds – Classification, Properties
• Mixtures / Separation of Mixtures
• Energy – Forms of Energy, Energy Changes / Conservation
• Respiration / Breathing
• Force & Pressure – Effects, Measurement, Types
• Force & Work – Moments, Levers, Work
• Effects of Heat, Measurement
• Transmission of Heat Energy
• Abuses through Drugs, Alcohol, etc.

• Charts & Graphs
• Particulate Models of Matter – Spaces, Movement, Density, Expansion/Contraction, State Change
• Atoms & Molecules
• The Human Circulatory System
• Energy
• Light & Colour – Day/Night, Reflection, Colour Vision
• Electricity – Sources, Circuit, Conductors/Insulators, Current/Voltage, Measurement, Effects, Chemical Power/Energy
• Changes in Matter – Physical/Chemical, Interaction of Matter & Energy – Changes involving Heat, Light, Electricity, Mixing
• Sound - Frequency, Transmission, Human Ear, Noise Insulation

(I) GENERAL PHYSICS
• Physical Quantities & Units, Scalars/Vectors, Length/Time Measurement
• Kinematics - Speed/Velocity/Acceleration, Graphical Analysis, Free Fall (Gravity)
• Dynamics - Balanced/Unbalanced Forces, Newton's Laws of Motion, Friction
• Mass, Weight & Density - Mass/Wt., Gravitational Field/Field Strength, Density
• Turning Effects of Forces - Principle of Moments, Centre of Gravity, Stability
• Pressure - Types, Measurement, Pressure Difference, Hydraulic Systems
• Energy, Work & Power - Kinetic, Potential, Energy Conversion, Conservation, Work Done/Power

(II) THERMAL/WAVES PHYSICS
• Kinetic Model of Matter - States, Brownian Motion
• Transfer of Thermal Energy - Thermal Equilibrium, Conduction, Convection, Radiation
• Temperature - Temperature Scales, Thermometers, Thermocouples
• Thermal Properties of Matter - Heat Capacity, Melting, Boiling, Evaporation, Condensation
• Waves - General Properties, Wave Terms, Graphical Representation
• Light - Reflection, Refraction, Optical Illusions
• Electromagnetic Spectrum - Properties, Applications
• Sound - Transmission, Human Ear

(III) ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM
• Static Electricity - Laws of Electrostatics
• Electricity - Current/Electron Flow, EMF/PD, Measurement
• Magnetism - Laws of Magnetism, Magnetic Fields, Properties, Electromagnets, Magnetic Effect of Current, Applications
• Electromagnetism - Force on Current-Carrying Conductor, D.C. Motor
• Electromagnetic Induction - Principles, A.C. Generator, Transformer

[ Please note that an assorted mix of the 3 branches indicated above will be covered in the typical enrichment programme run. More topics may be covered by additional hours to the programme run. ]

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(Introductory Level) (In Summary)

• Introduction to basic aircraft parts/components (Internal & External)
• Basic Aircraft Flight Instruments/Avionics Usage
• Instrument Scanning Techniques & Common Scanning Errors
• Basic Flight Aerodynamics - Lift, Drag, Thrust, Weight, etc.
• Flight Controls/Maneuvers - Takeoff, Climb, Cruise, Descent, Landing, Holding Patterns, etc.
• Basic Airport/Air Traffic Control/Radio Call Procedures & Airspace
• Basic Navigation & Map Reading
• Basic Flight Planning Procedure
• Understanding Internet Protocol (IP) for online joint flying practices
• Basic Internet Audio Communication for online flying communication

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Basic Human Anatomy
• The Nervous/Musculoskeletal/Gastrointestinal/Metabolic/Circulatory/Respiration Systems

The Atmosphere
• Composition/Characteristics of the atmosphere
• Gas Laws
• Physiological divisions of the atmosphere
• General effects on the human body

Situation Awareness
• Definition
• Causes and clues of lost situational awareness
• Prevention

Altitude Physiology
• Respiration Physiology
• Carbon monoxide and ozone
• Decompression of cabin altitude
• Trapped gases
• Evolved gas disorders
• Altitude-chamber ride

Hearing and Vibration
• Anatomy and physiology of the ear
• Noise/Sound, Measurement of hearing
• Noise and hearing loss
• Vibration

Vision
• Anatomy of the eye
• Correction of acuity
• Night vision
• Visual Scanning/illusions
• Black holes and whiteouts
• UV Radiation

Orientation
• Definition/Types
• Tolerance to disorientation and illusions
• Flicker vertigo
• Motion sickness

Self-Imposed Medical Stress
• Self diagnosis/Over-the-counter medications
• Caffeine/Alcohol/Drugs and other abuses

Environmental Stresses
• Body temperature control system
• Dehydration
• Radiation
• Cabin air quality
• Toxic chemicals and fumes
• Aviation-Borne diseases transmission

Sleep, Jet Lag and Fatigue
• Sleep
• Circadian Rhythms
• Fatigue

Acceleration
• Types of acceleration
• Symptoms of G forces
• Tolerance of G forces
• Negative G forces

In-flight Medical Emergencies
• First Aid
• Onboard medical kits
• Transporting ill passengers
• Basic survival techniques

Space Physiology
• The Space Environment
• Lack of Atmosphere
• Altered Gravity Environments
• Radiation
• Temperature Instability
• Space Debris
• Human Physiology of Space Flight
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Neurovestibular Physiology
• Bone and Muscle Physiology
• Red Blood Cell Mass

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The Solar System
• Motions Within the Solar System
• Distances Within the Solar System
• Temperatures Within the Solar System
• The Sun
• The Terrestrial Planets
• Earth's Radiation Environment
• The Jovian Planets
• The Minor Planets – Asteroids
• Comets
• Meteoroids, Meteors, Meteorites

Reference Systems
• Terrestrial Coordinates
• Earth's Rotation
• Revolution of Earth

Gravitation and Mechanics
• Ellipses
• Newton's Principles of Mechanics
• Acceleration
• Acceleration in Orbit
• Gravity Gradients & Tidal Forces
• How Orbits Work
• The Key to Space Flight
• Orbiting a Real Planet
• Freefall

Interplanetary Trajectories
• Hohmann Transfer Orbits
• Inward Bound
• Type I and II Trajectories
• Gravity Assist Trajectories
• Ion Engine

Electromagnetic Phenomena
• Electromagnetic Radiation
• The Inverse Square Law
• Electromagnetic Spectrum
• Radio Frequencies
• Atmospheric Transparency
• Radio Frequency Interference
• Spectroscopy
• The Doppler Effect
• Reflection / Refraction
• Refraction in Earth's Atmosphere

Spacecraft Classification
• Flyby Spacecraft
• Orbiter Spacecraft
• Atmospheric Spacecraft
• Lander Spacecraft
• Penetrator Spacecraft
• Rover Spacecraft
• Observatory Spacecraft
• Communications Spacecraft

Launch Phase
• Launch Vehicles
• Smaller Launch Vehicles

Encounter Phase
• Flyby Operations
• Planetary Orbit Insertion Operations
• Atmospheric Entry and Aerobraking
• Descent and Landing

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• Graduate Degree/Master Degree in Engineering, Science or Related Aviation Qualification

Note: All course contents shown subject to change without prior notice as part of ongoing programme enhancement effort