guidelines for atco common core content initial training _part 3_mod 5_acp

EUROPEAN ORGANISATIONFOR THE SAFETY OF AIR NAVIGATION

EUROCONTROL

EUROPEAN AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

Guidelines for ATCOCommon Core Content

Initial Training

Part 3: Rating Training - Module 5:Area Control Procedural Rating

(ACP)

T14 – Module 5

Edition Number : 2.0Edition Date : 10.12.2004Status : Released IssueIntended for : EATM Stakeholders

Guidelines for ATCO Common Core Content Initial TrainingPart 3: Rating Training – Module 5: Area Control Procedural Rating (ACP)

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CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY........................................................................................................1

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE .......................................................3

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW ...........................................................................................5

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT.................................................................9

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY...................................................................................... 19

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION ............................................................................................ 21

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT................................................................................................. 23

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS.................................................................................. 25

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS ............................................................... 29

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT....................................................... 33

SUBJECT 10: UNUSUAL/EMERGENCY SITUATIONS.............................................. 35

SUBJECT 11: DEGRADED SYSTEMS CAPABILITY................................................. 37

SUBJECT 12: AERODROMES........................................................................................ 39


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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Part 3, Module 5 provides the Common Core Content for Area Control Procedural Ratingtraining.

It has been designed by a multinational group of experts and meets the current requirementsof the European Manual of Personnel Licensing - Air Traffic Controllers (see EATM, 2004a –L1).

The content of the rating training course is based on the assumption that the student hassuccessfully completed the Common Core Content Basic training as a prerequisite.

The course has been derived by building on the Basic Common Core Content Objectivescontained in Part 2 of this publication T14. (Readers of the paper version will find Part 2 infirst book of the binder, while Internet surfers are referred to electronic file 1of9.)

Following the tabulated format of the Common Core Content Objectives, the Area ControlProcedural Rating training common core content has been subdivided into subjects:

1. Introduction to the Course (INTR).2. Aviation Law (LAW).3. Air Traffic Management (ATM).4. Meteorology (MET).5. Navigation (NAV).6. Aircraft (ACFT).7. Human Factors (HUM).8. Equipment and Systems (EQPM).9. Professional Environment (PENV).10. Unusual/Emergency Situations (UNINC).11. Degraded Systems Capability (DEGS)1.12. Aerodromes (AGA)1.

The order of the subjects and objectives is neither intended to convey a pedagogicalsequence nor to indicate a relative level of importance.

The training designer will need to know that the student has successfully completed theBasic training Course (i.e. Part 2 of this publication T14). The design of the Area ControlProcedural Rating Course can now be based on the combination of Basic training andRating training - Module 5.

1 Not applicable in this module


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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The general objective is:

Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow.

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OBJECTIVES L CONTENT

1. COURSE MANAGEMENT

Learners shall explain the aims and objectives of the course, the management structureand recognise the materials to be used.

1.1. Course Introduction

1.1.1. Explain the aims and mainobjectives of the course

2 Course objectives for the specific rating/endorsement

1.2. Course Administration

1.2.1. State course administration 1

1.3. Study Material and Training Documentation

1.3.1. Choose appropriatedocumentation for course studies

3 e.g. Training documentation, library;CBT library, Web

1.3.2. Integrate appropriatedocumentation into the course

4 e.g. Training documentation, library;CBT library, Web

2. INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Learners shall state the methodology and describe the assessment procedures used inthe course.

2.1. Course Content

2.1.1. State the different methods ofteaching the subjects

1 Theoretical training; Practical training;Self-study; Taxonomy; Action verbs

2.1.2. Describe, in general terms, thecontent of the subjects

2

2.1.3. Describe the organisation oftheoretical training

2

2.1.4. Describe the organisation ofsimulation training

2 Structure of participation; Simulation exercises;Briefing; Debriefing



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OBJECTIVES L CONTENT

2.2. Training Ethos

2.2.1. Recognise the feedbackmechanisms available

1 Instructor discussions; Training progress;Assessment; Results; Briefing; Debriefing

2.2.2. Describe the positive effect inworking together with fellowcourse participants

2 Effect of teamwork on training results inpractical training

2.3. The Assessment Process

2.3.1. Describe the assessment process 2 The assessment process, including continuousassessment, applied during the course andassociated re-sit procedures



SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW


Learners shall:

i. explain the principles of Aviation Law;

ii. know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations, including airspaceand flight planning;

iii. appreciate the authority vested in the controller and the means by which that authority isexercised.

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OBJECTIVES L CONTENT Task

1. ATC LICENSING / CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Learners shall appreciate the legal aspects associated with the ATC Licence / Certificateof Competence.

1.1. Privileges and Conditions

1.1.1. Appreciate the conditions whichmust be met for the issue ofArea Control Procedural rating

3 ESARR5 rating, valid rating

e.g. National documents, EuropeanManual of Personnel Licensing - AirTraffic Controllers

1.2. Incident/Accident

1.2.1. Explain the procedures usedfollowing an incident/accident

2 National regulations

2. RULES AND REGULATIONS

Learners shall explain and apply the Rules and Regulations which affect appropriateoperations.

2.1. Reports

2.1.1. List the standard forms forreports

1 e.g. Air traffic incident report, routineair reports, breach of regulations,watch/log book, records

2.1.2. Describe the functions of, andprocesses for, reporting

2 Reporting culture, e.g. air trafficincident report, breach of regulations,watch/log book, records

IST1

2.1.3. Explain the use of air trafficincident report form

2 ICAO Doc 4444 Appendix 4,National regulations

IST2

2.1.4. Use the air traffic incident reportform

3 e.g. ICAO Doc 4444, National forms IST2

2.1.5. Use the other forms forreporting

3 e. g. breach of regulations, routine airreports, MET reports

IST2



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2.2. Airspace

2.2.1. Appreciate classes of airspaceand their relevance to ACPrating operations

3 Classes A-G as appropriate;National classifications

CT4CT5.1CT5.2CT5.4CT5.5DST4

2.2.2. Provide planning, coordinationand control actions appropriateto the airspace classification

4 e.g. ICAO Annex 2; ICAO Annex 11;National requirements (AIP);International requirements; Civilrequirements; Military requirements;Areas of responsibility; Sectorisation;Airspace structure


2.2.3. Appreciate the structure ofairspace and its relevance toACP rating



2.2.4. Provide planning, coordinationand control actions appropriateto the airspace structure



2.3. Rules of the Air

2.3.1. Provide planning, coordinationand control actions appropriateto the General Rules

4 ICAO Annex 2 Chapter 3 CT4CT5.1CT5.2CT5.4CT5.5DST4

2.3.2. Provide planning, coordinationand control actions appropriateto the VFR and IFR in VMC andIMC

4 ICAO Annex 2 Chapters 4 and 5ICAO Annex 11ICAO Doc 4444




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2.3.3. Provide planning, coordinationand control actions appropriateto the rules for minimum safeheight and terrain clearance

4 Responsibility for terrain clearance;Terrain clearance dimensions;Minimum safe altitudes; Transitionlevel; Minimum flight level; Minimumsector altitude


2.4. Flight Plans

2.4.1. Obtain flight plan information inorder to provide ATS

3 Types of FPL (RPL, CPL, AFIL, etc.);Supplementary information

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2.4.2. Use flight plan information inorder to provide ATS

3 Types of FPL (RPL, CPL, AFIL, etc.);Supplementary information

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2.4.3. Appreciate the pilot’sresponsibilities in relation toadherence to flight plan

3 Inadvertent changes; Intendedchanges; Position reporting

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2.5. Special National Legislation and Procedures

2.5.1. Provide planning, coordinationand control actions inaccordance with specialNational legislation andprocedures

4 AIP; NOTAM; AIC; LOAs; Nationalprocedures; Local procedures;National telecommunicationprocedures

e.g. Security; Environmental (noiseabatement, conservation areas fueldumping); Sensitive areas (hospitals;VIP residences); Priority allocation;Special purpose codes

CT2-3.3CT5.7CT7.4.2

3. HOLDING

Learners shall describe holding patterns and procedures.

3.1. Holding Procedures for IFR Flights

3.1.1. Describe types of holdingpatterns

2 Published; Non-published; Extended CT5.1CT5.3CT5.4

3.1.2. Describe the use of holding 2 Effect of speed, effect of level used,effect of navigation aid in use, etc.

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3.1.3. Describe the purpose of holding 2 Traffic management, weather,ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 8168

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3.1.4. Describe an ICAO holdingpattern

2 ICAO Doc 8168 - Parts of an IFRholding pattern; Entry/exit procedures;Dimensions of patterns; Protectedairspace; Holding areas; Alignment;Rates of turns; Holding times; Expectfurther clearance; Expected ApproachTimes (EATs)

CT5.1CT5.3CT5.4



SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT


Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

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1. AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AND AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT

Learners shall provide the appropriate services.

1.1. Air Traffic Control (ATC) Service

1.1.1. Provide the appropriate ATCservice

4 ICAO Annex 11; ICAO Doc 7030;ICAO Doc 4444; National docs;Operation manuals

CT4CT5

1.1.2. Appreciate own area ofresponsibility

3 CT5.0CT5.4

1.2. Flight Information Service (FIS)

1.2.1. Relay appropriate informationconcerning the location ofother conflicting traffic

3 Traffic information; Essential trafficinformation

CT3.1CT5.5

1.2.2. Provide FIS 4 ICAO Doc 4444 CT3.1CT5.5

1.3. Alerting Service (ALRS)

1.3.1. Provide ALRS 4 e.g. ICAO Doc 4444 - Special codes;Seek assistance (TRM); Checklist;National legislation/requirements;Overdue action; Emergency action;Uncertainty; Alert; Distress

CT7.4

1.3.2. Respond to distress andurgency messages and signals

3 ICAO Annex 10ICAO Doc 4444

CT3.1CT3.2CT7

1.3.3. Coordinate with RCC ifrequired in specific cases

4 CT3.2CT7.5.3CT7.5.4

1.4. Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM)

1.4.1. Appreciate principles of ATFM 3 e.g. Working principles of ATFM, FUA,free flight, etc.

CT2.4.2CT5.0.2CT8DST5.2

1.4.2. Apply flow managementprocedures

3 CT4DST5.2CT8.1



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1.4.3. Organise traffic flows andpatterns to take account ofairspace boundaries

4 e.g. Civil and Military; Controlled;Uncontrolled; Advisory; Restricted;Danger; Prohibited; Special rules;Sector boundaries; Nationalboundaries; FIR boundaries;Delegated airspace; Transfer ofcontrol; Transfer of communications;En-route; Off-route

CT5.0CT5.4CT8.1

1.4.4. Organise traffic flows andpatterns to take account ofareas of responsibility

4 CT5.0CT5.4CT8.1

1.4.5. Balance demand againstcapacity

5 e.g. capacity of adjacent sectors,capacity of own sector, evaluation ofpersonal traffic load, evaluation ofother sources of predicted traffic load

DST5

1.4.6. Inform supervisor of situation 3 e.g. Abnormal situations, decrease insector capacity, limitations on systemsand equipment, changes in workload/capacity, relevant information(e.g. reported ground-based incidents,forest fire, smoke, oil pollution),unusual meteorological conditions

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1.5. Airspace Management (ASM)

1.5.1. Appreciate the principles ofASM

3 e.g. FUA, ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 3,EUROCONTROL ASM HBK - AirspaceManagement Handbook for theapplication of FUA

CT2.4.2DST5.2CT4.1.2CT8

1.5.2. Organise traffic to takeaccount of ASM

4 Conditional routes CT5.4CT8.1CT4.1



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2. COMMUNICATION

Learners shall integrate approved phraseology into effective communication.

2.1. Effective Communication

2.1.1. Use approved phraseology 3 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 12;ICAO Doc 9432 RTF manual;Standards words and phrases ascontained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol 2Chapter 5; National phraseology

CT3.1CT3.2

2.1.2. Perform communicationeffectively

3 Transmission techniques,ICAO Annex 1 Language Proficiency

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2.1.3. Analyse examples of pilot andcontroller communication foreffectiveness

4 CT3.1CT3.2

2.2. Phraseology for Unusual Events

2.2.1. Use approved phraseology 3 Distress; Urgency; Hijack; Radiofailure; Meteorological hazards; etc.

2.2.2. Apply change ofradiotelephony call sign

3 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 15

2.2.3. Analyse examples of pilot andcontroller communication foreffectiveness (in case ofunusual events)

4 Best practices in handling of unusualevents

CT3.1CT3.2

2.2.4. Interpret the rules to providean effective service whereapproved phraseology is notavailable

5 e.g. Receiver only, transmitter only,speechless aircraft, incompletemessages, etc.

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3. ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Learners shall provide appropriate clearances and instructions and shall integrate themin the provision of control service.

3.1. ATC Clearances

3.1.1. Issue appropriate ATCclearances

3 CT5

3.1.2. Integrate appropriate ATCclearances in control service

4

3.2. ATC Instructions

3.2.1. Issue appropriate ATCinstructions

3 CT4CT5

3.2.2. Integrate appropriate ATCinstructions in control service

4



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4. COORDINATION

Learners shall select and apply appropriate coordination.

4.1. Necessity

4.1.1. Identify the need forcoordination

3 CT4CT3

4.2. Tools and Methods

4.2.1. Use the available tools forcoordination

3 e.g. Electronic transfer of flight data;Telephone; Interphone; Intercom;Direct speech; Radiotelephone (RTF);Local agreements, ICAO Doc 4444

CT4CT3

4.3. Coordination Procedures

4.3.1. Initiate appropriatecoordination

3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility forair-ground communications andseparation, release point, transfer ofcontrol, etc.

ICAO Doc 4444

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4.3.2. Analyse effect of coordinationrequested by an adjacentoperational position

4 Delegation/transfer of responsibility forair-ground communications andseparation, release point, transfer ofcontrol, etc.

4.3.3. Select, after negotiation, anappropriate course of action

5 Including the cases:

When additional traffic cannot beaccepted by adjacent control position;When additional traffic cannot beaccepted by own control position

4.3.4. Ensure the agreed course ofaction is carried out

4

4.3.5. Coordinate in the provision ofFIS

4 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 10 CT4

4.3.6. Coordinate in the provision ofALRS

4 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 10 CT4



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5. ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Learners shall calculate and allocate appropriate levels to aircraft.

5.1. Altimetry

5.1.1. Calculate appropriate levels 3 e.g. Transition level, transition altitude,transition layer, height, flight level,altitude, vertical distance to airspaceboundaries

CT4CT5

5.1.2. Allocate levels (height, altitude,flight level) according toaltimetry data

4 ICAO Doc 8168 CT4CT5

5.1.3. Ensure separations accordingto altimetry data

4 e.g. Transition level, transition altitude,transition layer, height, flight level,altitude, vertical distance to airspaceboundaries

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5.2. Terrain Clearance

5.2.1. Integrate safe vertical distancefrom terrain into controlactions

4 e.g. Lowest available flight level,minimum safe altitude, minimum sectoraltitude

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5.2.2. Ensure safe vertical distancefrom terrain

4 e.g. Radar vectoring area, lowestavailable flight level; minimum safealtitude

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6. SEPARATION STANDARDS

Learners shall select and maintain appropriate separation between aircraft.

6.1. Vertical Separation

6.1.1. Provide standard verticalseparation

4 ICAO Doc 4444; ICAO Doc 7030;Level allocation; During climb/descent;Rate of climb/descent; RVSM

CT4CT5.1CT5.3DST4

6.1.2. Provide increased verticalseparation

4 ICAO Doc 4444; ICAO Doc 7030;Level allocation; During climb/descent;Rate of climb/descent

CT4CT5.1CT5.3DST4

6.1.3. Provide reduced verticalseparation


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6.1.4. Provide emergency verticalseparation


CT4CT5.1CT5.3DST4

6.2. Horizontal Separation

6.2.1. Provide longitudinalseparation

4 Based on time; Based on time withMach number technique; Based ondistance (DME or RNAV); Based ontime and radar observation - EuropeanRegion only

6.2.2. Provide lateral separation 4 ICAO Doc 4444; ICAO Doc 7030;National procedures

CT4CT5.1CT5.3

6.2.3. Provide track separation 4

6.2.4. Provide geographicalseparation

4 Visual; Using navigation aids; AreaNavigation RNAV

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6.3. Delegation of Separation

6.3.1. Delegate separation in thecase of aircraft continuingvisually

4

6.3.2. Delegate separation to pilotsin the case of VMCclimb/descent

4

6.3.3. Provide contingency separationin the event of a navigation aidfailure

4 Vertical; Standard; Emergency

6.4. Wake Turbulence Separation

6.4.1. Provide wake turbulenceseparation

4 CT5.1



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7. COLLISION AVOIDANCE AND SAFETY NETS

Learners shall respond to any type of collision avoidance system notification.

7.1. Airborne

7.1.1. Respond to pilot notification ofactions based on airbornesystems warnings

3 ACAS; GPWS

8. DATA DISPLAY

Learners shall analyse data in order to manage air traffic.

8.1. Data Management

8.1.1. Update the data display toaccurately reflect the trafficsituation

3 e.g. Information displayed, stripmarking procedures, electronicinformation data displays, actionsbased on traffic display information,calculation of EETs

DST3CT4DST4

8.1.2. Analyse pertinent data on datadisplays

4 CT5.0

8.1.3. Organise pertinent data ondata displays

4 CT5.0

81.4. Process pertinent data on datadisplays

3

9. OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Learners shall recognise and maintain the integrity of the simulated operationalenvironment.

9.1. Integrity of the Operational Environment

9.1.1. Obtain information concerningthe operational environment

3 e.g. Briefing; takeover, handover,notices, local orders, verify information

DST1DST6.2

9.1.2. Check and maintain theintegrity of the operationalenvironment

3 e.g. Integrity of displays; Verify theinformation provided by displays; etc.

DST1

9.1.3. Transfer information to therelieving controller

3 e.g. Briefing; takeover, handover,notices, local orders, verify information

DST1

9.2. Verification of the Currency of Operational Procedures

9.2.1. Check all relevantdocumentation beforemanaging traffic

3 e.g. Briefing; LOAs; NOTAM; AICs DST1

9.2.2. Manage traffic in accordancewith procedural changes

4 DST1



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10. PROVISION OF CONTROL SERVICE

Learners shall provide an appropriate control service, applicable to the ACP rating

10.1. Responsibility and Processing of Information

10.1.1. Describe the division ofresponsibility between airtraffic control units

2 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 4;National requirements

10.1.2. Describe the responsibility inregard to military traffic

2 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapter 16;National requirements

10.1.3. Obtain operationalinformation

3 ICAO Doc 4444;Local operational manuals

10.1.4. Interpret operationalinformation

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10.1.5. Organise forwarding ofoperational information

4

10.1.6. Integrate operationalinformation into controldecisions

4

10.2. Area Control

10.2.1. Explain the responsibility forthe provision of ACCprocedural control service

2 ICAO Doc 4444;ICAO Annex 11;Local operational manuals

11. HOLDING

Learners shall manage holding traffic.

11.1. Holding

11.1.1. Use holding patterns 3 ICAO Doc 4444;Separation from holding patterns

CT5.1CT5.3CT5.4

11.1.2. Issue holding instructions 3

11.1.3. Consider the effect of: wind,aircraft, speed, rate of turn,height, aircraft type, aircraftperformance

2

11.1.4. Allocate holding levels 4

11.1.5. Provide vertical separationbetween aircraft in a holdingpattern

4



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11.1.6. Provide vertical separationbetween aircraft in a holdingpattern and transiting aircraft

4

11.1.7. Calculate expected onwardclearance times

3



SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY


Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of Meteorological information relevant tothe provision of ATS.

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1. METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Learners shall analyse and take account of meteorological phenomena in controlactions.

1.1. Planning and Coordination

1.1.1. Analyse data aboutmeteorological phenomena

4 Wind; Clouds; Precipitation; Pressuresettings; Thunderstorms; Icing;Jetstreams; Clear Air Turbulence (CAT);Turbulence; Microburst; Marked mountainwaves; Line squalls; e.g. Solar radiation

CT5.1CT5.2CT5.3

1.1.2. Integrate data into planningand coordination

4 e.g. wind, clouds, precipitation, pressuresetting

1.2. Weather Avoidance

1.2.1. Use techniques to avoidadverse weather whennecessary/possible

3 Rerouting; level change; etc.

1.3. Clearances and Instructions


4 Wind; Clouds; Precipitation; Pressuresettings; Thunderstorms; Icing;Jetstreams; CAT; Turbulence; Microburst;Marked mountain waves; Line squalls;e.g. Solar radiation

CT5.1CT5.2CT5.3

1.3.2. Integrate data aboutmeteorological phenomenainto clearances andinstructions

4 Wind; Clouds; Precipitation; Pressuresettings; Thunderstorms; Icing;Jetstreams; CAT; Turbulence; Microburst;Marked mountain waves; Line squalls;e.g. Solar radiation

1.4. Information

1.4.1. Obtain meteorologicalinformation

3 Wind; Clouds; Precipitation; Pressuresettings; Thunderstorms; Icing;Jetstreams; CAT; Turbulence; Microburst;Marked mountain waves; Line squalls;e.g Solar radiation

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1.4.2. Relay meteorologicalinformation

3 To: Aircraft, e.g. meteorological office;flight information centre

1.4.3. Decode meteorologicalinformation

3


4

1.4.5. Integrate data intotransmitted information

4 Wind; Clouds; Precipitation; Pressuresettings; Thunderstorms, Icing;Jetstreams; CAT; Turbulence; Microburst;Marked mountain waves; Line squalls;e.g. Solar radiation



SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION


Learners shall analyse all Navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

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1. MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Learners shall use the information on maps and charts.

1.1. Maps and Charts

1.1.1. Use maps and charts for planningand coordination purposes

3

2. APPLIED NAVIGATION

Learners shall evaluate the status of navigational systems and integrate this into controldecisions.

2.1. Pilot Interpreted Ground-based Systems

2.1.1. Anticipate the behaviour of aircraftaccording to the operational statusof navigational ground-basedsystems

4 e.g. limitations, status CT6DST5

2.2. On-board Systems

2.2.1. Anticipate the behaviour of aircraftaccording to the operational statusof navigational on-board systems

4 e.g. limitations

2.3. Satellite-based Systems

2.3.1. Anticipate the behaviour of aircraftaccording to the operational statusof navigational satellite-basedsystems

4 GNSS, e.g. GPS; GLONASS

2.4. Future Developments

2.4.1. Be informed about existing projectsand developments which willimpact on the work in the future

0 e.g. Briefing, Seminars, Courses,Workshops, Technical journals,Aviation journals

DST6

2.5. Navigational Assistance

2.5.1. Evaluate the necessary informationto be provided to pilots in need ofnavigational assistance

5 e.g. Nearest most suitableaerodrome; Track; Heading;Distance; Aerodrome information;Any other navigational assistancerelevant at the time

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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT


Learners shall assess Aircraft performance to integrate it into traffic organisation.

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1. AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Learners shall integrate the information provided by the pilot into the traffic situation.

1.1. Aircraft Instruments

1.1.1. Integrate the informationprovided by the pilot into thetraffic situation

4 Flight instruments; Engine instruments;Navigational instruments; e.g. NDB(ADF); VOR (TACAN); DME; ILS;MLS; Additional instruments; TCAS;SSR transponder; Head up display;GPWS; Wind shear indicator; Weatherradar; FMS; EFIS

CT5.1CT5.2CT5.3

1.1.2. Explain the operation ofaircraft radio equipment

2 e.g. Radios (number of); Emergencyradios; SELCAL

CT3

1.1.3. Explain the operation oftransponder equipment

2 Transponders: equipment Mode A,Mode C, Mode S

1.1.4. Explain the operation ofCPDLC

2

2. AIRCRAFT TYPES AND CATEGORIES

Learners shall characterise wake turbulence categories.

2.1. Wake Turbulence Categories

2.1.1. Characterise each waketurbulence category andexplain how to prevent theireffect on other aircraft

2 ICAO Doc 4444 Chapters 4 and 8;National wake turbulence categories

CT5.1CT5.2

3. FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Learners shall integrate aircraft performance factors in the provision of control service.

3.1. Climb

3.1.1. Integrate the effect of factorsaffecting aircraft during climbinto the analysis of trafficsituations

4 CT5.1CT5.2



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3.2. Cruise

3.2.1. Integrate the effect of factorsaffecting aircraft during cruiseinto the analysis of trafficsituations

4 CT5.1CT5.2

3.3. Descent

3.3.1. Integrate the effect of factorsaffecting aircraft duringdescent into the analysis oftraffic situations

4 CT5.1CT5.2

3.4. Economic Factors

3.4.1. Integrate consideration ofeconomic factors into controlactions

4 Routing; Flight level; Speed; Rates ofclimb or descent

CT5.1CT5.2CT5.7

3.4.2. Use continuous climbtechniques where applicable

3 CT5.5CT5.7

3.4.3. Use direct routing whereapplicable

3 CT5.5CT5.7

3.5. Miscellaneous Factors

3.5.1. Integrate operationalrequirements into planning

4 e.g. Military flying; Calibration flights;Aerial photography

CT5.1CT5.2

3.5.2. Integrate factors affectingaircraft into planning

4 Message relays regarding performance CT4

3.5.3. Explain the effect of antennashadowing on RTFcommunications

2 CT3

4. AIRCRAFT DATA

Learners shall integrate aircraft performance data into control decisions.

4.1. Performance Data

4.1.1. Apply control actions relevantto typical aircraft types andperformance data

3 Rate of climb/descent; cruising speed;Ceiling; Turn inertia; etc.

CT5.1CT5.2

4.1.2. Integrate the averageperformance data for theprovision of control service

4 Performance data under arepresentative variety of circumstances

CT5.1CT5.2

4.1.3. Identify potential or actualemergency situations

3 CT5.1CT5.2



SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS


Learners shall:

i. recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge,ii. analyse factors which affect personal and team performance.

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1. PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Learners shall relate psychological factors to the decision-making process.

1.1. Cognitive

1.1.1. Describe the factors whichinfluence decision-making

2 e.g. Stress; Learning; Knowledge;Fatigue; Alcohol/drugs; Distraction;Interpersonal relations; TeamResource Management (TRM)

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1.1.2. Relate human factors todecision-making

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2. MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Learners shall respond to fatigue and lack of personal fitness in the performance oftheir duties.

2.1. Fatigue

2.1.1. Describe the onset of fatigue 2 e.g. Lack of concentration;Listlessness; Irritability; Frustration

2.1.2. Recognise the onset of fatiguein self

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2.1.3. Recognise the onset of fatiguein others

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2.1.4. Respond to indications offatigue in an appropriatemanner

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2.2. Fitness

2.2.1. Recognise signs of lack ofpersonal fitness

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2.2.2. Describe actions when awareof a lack of personal fitness

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3. SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Learners shall develop teamwork attitudes

3.1. Human Relations

3.1.1. Apply social and organisationalfactors to work with other teammembers

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3.2. Team Resource Management (TRM)

3.2.1. State the objectives of TRM 1 Suggested reference: EATCHIP‘Guidelines for Developing andImplementing Team ResourceManagement’

3.3. Group Dynamics

3.3.1. Identify the professionalrelationships betweenmembers of the group

3 CT7

3.3.2. Identify the reasons for conflict 3

3.3.3. Describe actions to preventhuman conflicts.

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3.3.4. Take account of TRMprogrammes

2 TRM; CISM

3.3.5. Respond to the application ofTRM techniques

3 e.g. Role of members, allocation ofresponsibilities within the team,benefits of having other teammembers to rely on, safety aspects,assistance in abnormal situations,TRM

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4. COMMUNICATION

Learners shall:

i. accurately complete written reports;

ii. express themselves clearly so as to be understood by other team members andcolleagues.

4.1. Written Work

4.1.1. Record information by writingeffectively

3 e.g. Strips; Reports; Log-books CT7DST3

4.1.2. Pass information by writingeffectively

3 e.g. Strips; Reports; Log-books CT7DST3



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4.2. Verbal/non-verbal Communication

4.2.1. Recognise humancommunication theory

1 e.g. Different languages; Air trafficlanguage

4.2.2. Characterise the factors whichaffect verbal communication

2 e.g. Speed of speech; Frequency;Volume; Background noise

4.2.3. Characterise non-verbalcommunication

2 e.g. Body language; Facialexpressions

4.2.4. Use language effectively in thepractice of ATC

3 CT3CT4CT7DST4

5. STRESS

Learners shall integrate stress management procedures in the performance of theirduties.

5.1. Stress

5.1.1. Recognise the effects of stress 1 Stress and its symptoms in self andin others

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5.2. Helplessness

5.2.1. Respond to feelings ofhelplessness

3 Normal/abnormal situations CT7.1

5.3. Stress Management

5.3.1. Act to relieve or minimisestress in self and/or others

3 The effect of personality in copingwith stress; The benefits of activestress management

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5.3.2. Obtain assistance in stressfulsituations

3 TRM; CISM; The benefits ofoffering and accepting help instress situations

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5.3.3. Recognise the effect ofshocking and stressful events

1 Self and others; Abnormalsituations; CISM; TRM

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5.3.4. Consider the benefits ofCritical Incident StressManagement (CISM)

2 CT5.5CT7.1

5.3.5. Explain the procedures usedfollowing an incident/accident

2 CISM;National/local procedures and/orregulations; Counselling; Humanelement



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6. HUMAN ERROR

Learners shall be able to discuss the concept of human error in the appropriateenvironment.

6.1. Human Error

6.1.1. Explain the relationshipbetween error and safety

2 Number and combination of errors,pro-active versus reactiveapproach to discovery of error

6.1.2. Differentiate between the typesof error

2 e.g. Slips; Lapses; Mistakes;Violations

6.1.3. Differentiate between errorsand violations

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6.1.4. Describe error-proneconditions

2 e.g. increase in traffic

7. WORKING METHODS

Learners shall discuss the effect of human factors consideration on efficiency.

7.1. Efficiency

7.1.1. Consider, from a humanfactors point of view, thefactors affecting efficiency inthe provision of air trafficcontrol

2 Own and others workload, OJT,customer requirements, economy,ecology, safety

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8. WORKING KNOWLEDGE

Learners shall maintain and update professional knowledge.

8.1. Controller Knowledge

8.1.1. Maintain and updateprofessional knowledge toretain competence in theoperational environment

3 e.g. Briefing; LOAs; NOTAM; AICs;Reports of accident/incident;VOLMET; ATIS; SIGMET

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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS


Learners shall:

i. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of Equipmentthat is in general use in ATS;

ii. select and operate the appropriate Equipment in order to provide a safe and efficientATC service in a simulated environment;

iii. understand the significance of Equipment and Systems limitations.

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1. GENERAL

Learners shall be familiar with typical equipment to be found in a control environment.

1.1. ATC Equipment

1.1.1. Maintain the technical integrityof the operational position

3 Notification procedures;Responsibilities

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1.1.2. Operate the various items ofequipment in the simulator

3 Electronic displays; Flight progressboard (strip display); Meaning ofcolours

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1.1.3. Operate all available equipmentin unusual/emergencysituations

3 CT7

1.2. Controller Knowledge

1.2.1. Explain the importance ofmaintaining professionalknowledge concerning newequipment

2 DST6

1.2.2. List the available means tomaintain professionalknowledge

1 e.g. Briefing; Seminars; Courses;Workshops; Technical journals;Aviation journals; Familiarisationflights

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2. RADIO

Learners shall correctly operate the radio and direction finding equipment.

2.1. Radio Theory

2.1.1. Consider radio range 2 Transfer to another frequency;Apparent radio failure; Failure toestablish radio contact

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2.2. Radio Communications

2.2.1. Operate two-waycommunication

3 Equipment; Procedures; Frequencyselection; All available equipment inunusual/emergency situations

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2.2.2. Check for indications of correctoperation of radio equipment

3 Indicator lights; Serviceability displays;Selector/frequency displays

2.2.3. Check for faulty operation ofradio equipment

3 Indicator lights; Serviceability displays;Selector/frequency displays

2.2.4. Initiate corrective action whenfaulty operation is detected

3 In accordance with local instructionsand procedures

2.3. Direction Finding

2.3.1. Measure and decode directionfinding information

3 e.g. ADF/UDF/VDF; QDM; QDR; QTE CT6

2.3.2. Operate direction findinginformation to assist inmanaging a safe orderly andexpeditious flow of traffic

3 ADF/UDF/VDF CT6

3. OTHER VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Learners shall operate the communication equipment.

3.1. ATC Communications

3.1.1. Operate telephone, interphoneand intercom equipment

3 In accordance with local instructionsand procedures

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4. FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Learners shall be aware of known future developments.

4.1. New Developments

4.1.1. Be aware of futuredevelopments

0 e.g. Voice recognition, Mode S CT3

5. AUTOMATION IN ATS

Learners shall extract appropriate information from automated data.

5.1. Aeronautical Fixed Telecommunication Network (AFTN)

5.1.1. Identify and decode theinformation disseminatedthrough AFTN

3 e.g. Aircraft movement messages;NOTAM; SNOWTAM; BIRDTAM; etc.

5.2. Automatic Data Interchange

5.2.1. Operate automatic data transferequipment

3 e.g. OLDI



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6. CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Learners shall identify and operate the equipment and obtain the information provided.

6.1. General

6.1.1. Operate the equipment of thecontroller working position

3 DST1

6.2. Information Systems

6.2.1. Check availability of informationmaterial

3 DST1

6.3. Flight Data Systems

6.3.1. Identify and obtain the flightdata information at controllerworking position

3 CT4DST4

7. EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS

Learners shall understand the significance of equipment and systems limitations.

7.1. Equipment and Systems Limitations

7.1.1. Take account of the limitationsof equipment and systems

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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT


Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATMoperations and the importance of environmental protection.

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1. PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Learners shall enhance their knowledge and understanding of ATC.

1.1. Contributors to ATS operations

1.1.1. Characterise civil and militaryATS activities

2 Familiarisation visits to e.g. TWR, APP,ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence Units

1.1.2. Characterise other partiesinterfacing with ATSoperations

2 Familiarisation visits to e.g. engineeringservices, fire and emergency services,airline operations offices

1.2. Customer Relations

1.2.1. Identify the role of ATC as aservice provider and therequirements of the ATSusers

3 e.g. familiarisation flights, flightsimulator visits, liaison visits to airlineand/or airfield operators

1.3. Environmental Protection

1.3.1. Describe the processes usedto ensure environmentalprotection

2 e.g. night curfews, relations with localcommunity, relations with environmentalassociations, relevant administrations



SUBJECT 10: UNUSUAL/EMERGENCY SITUATIONS


Learners shall manage air traffic in Unusual/Emergency Situations.

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1. UNUSUAL/EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

1.1. General

1.1.1. List aircraft failures andunusual/emergency situations

1 e.g. the 16 situations from the EATMdeliverable plus airframe failure,CESAVAC flights, GPWS alerts

1.1.2. Apply the procedures for givenunusual/emergency situations

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1.2. Radio Failure

1.2.1. Apply procedures when acontroller experiences completeor partial failure of ground radiocommunication equipment


1.2.2. Apply the procedures to befollowed when a pilotexperiences complete or partialradio failure

3 ICAO Doc 7030

e.g. Civil, military, special Nationalprocedures

1.3. Diversions

1.3.1. Provide flight information todiverting emergency aircraft

4 e.g. Nearest most suitableaerodrome; Aerodrome information

1.3.2. Provide flight information toother aircraft

4 e.g. Concerning an emergencydescent

1.3.3. Perform appropriatecoordination

3 e.g. Other sectors and ATC units,etc.

1.3.4. Provide navigational assistanceto diverting emergency aircraft

4 Track/heading; Distance; Othernavigational assistance

1.4. Unlawful Interference and Aircraft Bomb Threat

1.4.1. Apply ATC proceduresassociated with unlawfulinterference and aircraft bombthreat




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1.5. Strayed or Unidentified Aircraft

1.5.1. Apply the procedures in thecase of strayed aircraft


1.5.2. Apply the procedures in thecase of unidentified aircraft




SUBJECT 11: DEGRADED SYSTEMS CAPABILITY

Not applicable in this Module, ‘Area Control Procedural Rating’.



SUBJECT 12: AERODROMES

Not applicable in this Module, ‘Area Control Procedural Rating’.

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