Module: Airport Operations Management

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Airport Operations Management
Module Code	MT214
School	DCUBS
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Viktoriia Ivannikova Semester 2: Viktoriia Ivannikova Autumn: Viktoriia Ivannikova
Module Teachers	Cathal Guiomard Andrew MacIntyre Viktoriia Ivannikova
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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Description

Airports consist of a complex array of operations. These operations are a critical component to the success of the aviation industry. These operations are by their nature expansive and inherently interconnected, ranging from aircraft to passenger to cargo handling. This module examines these operations and discusses their role and importance in the aviation industry. In doing so it gives students a firm foundation in the principles of airport operations and its complexities.

Learning Outcomes

1. illustrate the main operational functions of an airport.
2. identify and classify the range of businesses involved in the operational functions of the airport.
3. describe the complexity and interconnectivity of airport operations
4. describe performance measurement and improvement techniques in operations
5. describe the minimum service requirements for different airport services

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	24	Airport Operations
Directed learning	24	Preparation for class
Assignment Completion	32	Preparation and development of report
Independent Study	45	Reading, Research and library work.
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Airport Operations
Aircraft Ground Handling: Passenger handling: Baggage handling: Airport emergency services: Safety and security: Air traffic control: Flight operations: Customer services: Retail management: Ancillary services:

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	30%	Examination Weight	70%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Assignment	Identification and description of an operational component of an airport	50%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Antonín Kazda, Robert E. Caves: 0, Airport design and operation, 9780080451046
Robert E. Caves, Geoffrey D. Gosling: 0, Strategic airport planning, 9780080427645

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

AMPS	BSc in Aviation Management
BSSA	Study Abroad (DCU Business School)
BSSAO	Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

Date of Last Revision

23-FEB-12

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