1. Introduction

1.1 – Purpose

The purpose of the APSU Aviation Science Handbook is to provide the student with information about the aviation program and the policies specific to the Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Science, at Austin Peay State University. The policies in this handbook are regularly reviewed and subject to change. Students enrolled in aviation courses will be notified of changes when they are made.

1.2 – Student Responsibility

It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of the policies and procedures which regulate the administration of the program and to adhere to them fully. The information is provided in this separate program handbook so the students have easy access to the information. Please note that the information in this handbook complies and complements the information in the Austin Peay State University Undergraduate Bulletin and the Austin Peay State University Student Handbook. The APSU Aviation Science program abides of the Austin Peay State University policies and procedures. Students are directed to the Austin Peay State University Student Handbook for student related policies and procedures.

It is recommended that students keep the APSU Aviation Science Handbook with their course related materials for referral when needed. If you have any questions about any of its content, please discuss it with your academic advisor or schedule a meeting with the APSU Aviation Science Program Director/Chief Flight Instructor or Assistant Chief Flight Instructor.

Please refer to the Austin Peay State University Student Handbook or the Austin Peay State University policy website for the following policies of relevance to students in the aviation science program.

• Academic Calendar and Student Registration:  APSU 2:027

• Alcoholic Beverage Use and Possession:  APSU 7:005

• Drug Free Workplace/Campus:  APSU 3:006

• Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Nondiscrimination Policy:  APSU 6:001

• Excused Absences for Students:  APSU 2:041

• Grade Appeal Process Policy:  APSU 2:040

• Holidays and Days of Administrative Closing:  APSU 5:031

• Social Media Policy:  APSU 7:012

• Student Academic and Classroom Misconduct:  APSU 3:005

• Student Course Grade Appeal Policy:  APSU 2:040

• Student Non-Academic Grievance Policy:  APSU 3:002

• Student Rights and Freedom:  APSU 3:001

• Title IX:  Student Handbook

1.3 – Department Mission

• Motivate students to think creatively, to acquire analytical and technical skills and to excel through its excellent teaching and service in an innovative learning environment.

• Serve the military community at Fort Campbell with programs that meet the needs and interests of military personnel, family members, retirees and civilians from the community.

1.4 – FAA Certifcation Status of Aviation Science Program

Austin Peay State University is an FAA certificated Part 141 Flight School

Through the APSU aviation science program, academic course and flight labs, students will be equipped to earn the following five FAA certifications, in the category-class rating of Rotorcraft-Helicopter, through our FAA approved Training Course Outlines:

• Private Pilot

• Instrument Rating

• Commercial Pilot

• Flight Instructor

• Flight Instructor-Instrument

1.5 – Academic Honesty – Statement of Policy and Procedure

Academic honesty refers to the adherence to ethical standards which keep faith with the integrity of various academic processes which measure student performance such as examinations, written work and all other formal representations made by students.

Procedure

Any faculty member who encounters an alleged incident of academic dishonesty by a student shall follow the procedure of the Austin Peay State University Student Academic Misconduct Policy (APSU 3:005).

Please refer to the procedures of the Student Academic Misconduct Policy outlined in the APSU Student Handbook section on Academic Honesty.

1.6 – Add/Drop and Withdrawal Policy

Add/Drop Policy

Please refer to the APSU Academic Calendar for adding and dropping course.

Late Addition of Flight Labs

Late addition of any flight lab must be completed prior to Census Day. The university normally requires professors/instructors to complete their Census Day submission by 12:00 PM. Please refer to the APSU academic calendar for Census Day dates. Please refer to the link above for Census Day dates.

Withdrawal Policy

If students drop classes on or before Census Day, or if the faculty report a student stopped attending (Grade of FA) or never attended (Grade of FN), aid may be adjusted. This adjustment may have serious financial impact that results in the student owing money to the university.

If students receive federal financial aid, they must complete at least 60% of the semester or module to earn 100% of their aid. If a student officially or unofficially withdraws before completing 60% of the semester or module, APSU is required to perform a Return of Title XI funds calculation. For more information see the APSU Withdrawl Policy.

If students receive veteran education benefits and officially withdraws during the term and it falls within one of the adjustment periods by Student Account Services, then the amount will be adjusted. The VA may charge the university a debt and the student will be held responsible. Students who unofficially withdraw and receive a grade of FA or FN, the VA will charge the university a debt and the student will be held responsible. For more information Post 911 GI Bill® Tuition & Fees Debt.

Withdrawal Financial Aid Information

Recipients of financial assistance from APSU are required, as part of the withdrawal procedure, to talk with a financial aid officer prior to leaving the university.

Students receiving Title XI funds, please call or make an appointment with the Office of Financial Aid Office located in the Ellington Building, Room 216 or call (931) 221-7907.

Students receiving Veteran Education benefits, please call or make an appointment with the Office of Veteran Education Benefits located in the Ellington Building, Room 202 or call (931) 221-7760.

Academic Year Fee Adjustment Schedule

Withdrawal Grades in AVI Courses

A grade of “W” (Withdrawal) is given to a student who withdraws from an AVI academic course, in good standing. Students who withdraw from the Aviation Science program with a grade of “W” are eligible for readmission.

Readmission After Withdrawing in Good Standing from all AVI Courses

A student who has withdrawn in good standing from the Aviation Science program can resubmit by completing an APSU re-entry application at the Office of Admissions, located in the Ellington Building, Room 128 or call (931) 221-7661. Students resubmission is considered on a space-available basis.

1.7 – Student Resources

1.8 – Access for Students with Disabilities

A qualified individual with a disability must be ensured the same access to programs, opportunities, and activities at the University as all others. All programs, services, and activities of the University will be accessible to a usable by qualified students with disabilities.

Accommodations are academic adjustments or auxiliary aids that provide equal access to programs and services. A few examples are print and audio materials in alternate formats, extended time for taking an exam, recording a lecture, or having a note-taker and assistive technology to read and navigate a computer.

Accommodations are determined based on a review of submitted documentation from the health care provider for its appropriateness and completeness under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and as amended in 2008, and the Disability Student Success Center documentation policy. For more information visit Disability Student Success Center's website.

Students participating in flight labs must possess an FAA 2nd Class Medical Certificate. Students with disabilities desiring to participate in flight training must submit a request evaluation for the purposes of obtaining a waiver. These individuals must request a Statement of Demonstrated Abilities (SODA). This process can be started through your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME).