AMGT 3108 Application of Systems Theory in Air Transport
A study of air transportation as part of a global, multi-modal transportation system, the course reviews the evolution of the technological, social, environmental, and political aspects of this system since its inception at the beginning of the previous century. The long-term and short-term effects of U.S. economic deregulation, energy shortages, governmental restraints, national and international issues and international terrorism are examined. Passenger and cargo transportation as well as military and private aircraft modes, are studied in relation to ever-changing transportation requirements.
Lecture Hours
3 hours