Module Details

Module Code: LEGS7014
Title: Aviation Regulation and Policy
Long Title: Aviation Regulation and Policy
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2020/21 ( January 2021 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3800 - Law
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the learner with an in-depth understanding of aviation regulations and policy.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Examine the regulatory structure of civil aviation.
LO2 Evaluate the role of national and international regulatory bodies in the aviation industry.
LO3 Discuss key elements of aviation regulations and policy to include airline safety and compliance management.
LO4 Recommend an appropriate risk management process for an airline company.
LO5 Apply critical analysis and problem-solving skills to case studies relating to aviation regulation and policy.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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Indicative Content
Legal & Regulatory Framework
Liberalization and deregulation of air transport. Air transport safety and security regulations. Occurrence reporting. Protection of passenger rights. Protection of the environment.
Regulatory Bodies
Role of Irish Aviation Authority, International Civil Aviation Organisation, The European Commission, European Union Aviation Safety Agency.
Risk Management
Risks faced by airlines. Development of a risk management process to include hazard identification, risk assessment, mitigation and risk control, risk monitoring, and emergency response.
Compliance Management
Compliance policy, process, documentation, monitoring, evaluation, roles and responsibilities. Integration of Compliance Management System and Safety Management System.
Case Studies
A selection of case studies on aviation policy and regulation.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,5
Assessment Description
In class exam using multiple choice questions on topics covered to date.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Students will submit a written report investigating a specific area of aviation regulation and/or policy.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Directed Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Directed Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Alan Stolzer and John Goglia. (2015), Safety Management Systems in Aviation, 2nd. Routledge, [ISBN: 9781472431783].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Ron Bartsch. (2018), International Aviation Law A Practical Guide, 2nd. Routledge, [ISBN: 9780367669836].
  • David Pyke and Soheil Sibdari. (2018), Finance and Risk Management for International Logistics and the Supply Chain, Chapter 13 - Risk Management in the Airline Industry, Elsevier, p.293, [ISBN: 9780128138304].
  • Stephen Cusick, Antonio Cortes, and Clarence Rodrigues. (2017), Commercial Aviation Safety, 6th. McGraw Hill, [ISBN: 9781259641824].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BGBPS_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Global Business and Pilot Studies 7 Mandatory