Aerodrome Control

Aim of the course

The course provides participants with Air traffic control theory, principles and practice of aerodrome control in accordance with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices. Also prepares the participants for training at an aerodrome control tower in order to obtain aerodrome control rating

Pre-entry requirements

Minimum age: 21years.

Education or Qualification Requirements: Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) with passes in Physics or Mathematics and Geography

Medical requirements:  Class 3

Linguistic requirements: English language proficiency (minimum ICAO level 4).

Credits for previous knowledge, experience or other qualifications

Basic Aerodrome control or Certificate of Secondary Education Examination with passes in Physics or Mathematics and Geography

Course content (Theoretical training and Practical)

You will acquire knowledge of the principles, ideas and practical skills (3D tower simulator and live traffic) in Aerodrome Control positions through the following subjects

Major subjects

- ICAO, AirLaws and Rules of the Air.

- Air Traffic Management Theory.

- Aviation Meteorology.

- Aerodromes and Ground Aids.

- Aeronautical Information Services.

- Aircraft Recognition and Principles of Flight.

- Communication Navigation and Surveillance.

- Communication Procedures.

- Air Navigation Theory.

- Air Navigation Plotting.

Minor subjects

- Introduction to Human Factors.

- Introduction to Performance Based Navigation.

- Introduction to Safety Management system.

Who should attend

Aspirants of Air Traffic Services functions

Duration

16 Weeks

Duration
Option 1:  – 1 year (For Tanzanians)
Option 2: –  16 weeks.(For Foreigners)