Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1SHI105Ramp2+1+03420.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Civil Aviatıon Management
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The Ramp course is designed to introduce students to ground handling operations conducted on the airport apron, providing them with comprehensive knowledge regarding the responsibilities of personnel, operational processes, and safety regulations. The course covers topics such as aircraft parking, baggage handling and loading/unloading operations, the use of ground support equipment, aircraft servicing (refueling, catering, and cleaning), de-icing/anti-icing procedures, and pre- and post-flight preparation processes. It aims to foster student awareness in critical areas, including occupational health and safety on the apron, airside regulations, time management, and teamwork.
Course Content The "Ramp" course is a vocational subject that covers—both theoretically and practically—the ground handling operations conducted on the airport apron. The curriculum includes the definition and boundaries of the apron, operational rules, and the responsibilities of personnel working in the area. Specific topics covered include aircraft parking and positioning, guidance signals, the use of "follow-me" vehicles, the positioning of passenger boarding bridges or stairs, loading and unloading, cleaning, water and lavatory services, refueling, aircraft arrival and departure procedures, incidents involving aircraft or ground support equipment, SAFA (Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft) inspections, human factors, apron safety, and occupational health and safety.
Course Methods and Techniques Exposition (direct instruction), question-and-answer, discussion, and practical application techniques are used.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Instructor Osman ÇAKMAKLI osman.cakmakli@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources ICAO. (2009). Airport Services Manual: Apron and Ground Services (Doc 9137, Part 8). International Civil Aviation Organization.
Documents ICAO. (2009). Havaalanı Hizmetleri El Kitabı: Apron ve Yer Hizmetleri (Doc 9137, Bölüm 8). Uluslararası Sivil Havacılık Örgütü.

Course Category
Field %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 2 28
Assignments 2 20 40
Presentation 2 20 40
Practice 14 1 14
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 4 122

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 It explains the scope and operation of ramp services carried out on the apron area.
2 It defines and sequences operational processes such as aircraft parking, loading and unloading, passenger disembarkation, and servicing operations.
3 Learns about ground support equipment (GSE) and the rules regarding the proper use of this equipment.
4 Knows how to behave in the ramp area in accordance with aviation safety and security procedures.
5 Applies apron traffic, signage, and airside rules
6 Can distinguish the task distribution and responsibilities of personnel involved in ramp operations
7 Understands the importance of time management and team coordination in ramp operations
8 It analyzes the impact of external factors—such as weather conditions and changes to flight schedules—on ramp operations.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Course Introduction
2 Ramp Safety and Apron Rules
3 Ramp Work Areas
4 Operational Departments and Areas of Activity, Ramp Safety
5 Ground Support Equipment
6 Adverse Weather Conditions and Ramp Safety; Dangerous Goods Regulations; Inspection of Unit Load Devices (ULDs)
7 Refueling, Aircraft Arrival Procedures
8 EXAM WEEK
9 Loading and Ofloading
10 Aircraft Cleaning Services, Water and Lavatory Service
11 Procedures Carried Out Upon the Aircraft ` s Departure
12 Aircraft and Equipment Accidents, SAFA, Human Factors in Aviation
13 Apron Safety, Occupational Health and Safety
14 General Review
15 General Review

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant