Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
4SHI204Load Control and Communication4+2+05610.10.2026
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 In accordance with the regulations of civil aviation authorities and airline companies, they would acquire knowledge regarding flight safety, loading, and weight and balance.
Course Content Load control encompasses activities such as the preparation and distribution of documents—including loading forms, weight and balance forms, captain ` s load information, and manifests—to the relevant units.
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture (direct instruction), question-and-answer, discussion, and practice 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 SHGM El Kitabi, Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü. (t.y.). Eğitim unsurları ve uygulama yöntemleri,2026
KDM-ORG. https://kdmorgtanitim.shgm.gov.tr/,2026
Documents SHGM El Kitabi, Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü. (t.y.). Eğitim unsurları ve uygulama yöntemleri,2026

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 4 56
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 2 28
Assignments 2 15 30
Presentation 2 10 20
Mid-terms 1 20 20
Final examination 1 20 20
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 174

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Explains the basic concepts, purposes and application principles of load control processes in aviation.
2 Performs the basic calculations and load control processes regarding pre-flight load and weight distribution.
3 Prepares and interprets loading instructions, cargo manifests, and weight-balance documents.
4 Explains the basic rules and procedures regarding the transport of dangerous goods and special loads.
5 Effectively uses communication methods, communication tools, and related terminology employed in aviation.
6 Can ensure the accurate, timely, and secure flow of information among the relevant units during load control and communication processes.
7 Learns the relevant message types involved in load control and communication processes.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Civil Aviation Organizations
2 Aircraft Structure
3 Forces Acting on an Aircraft
4 Aircraft Weight Calculations
5 Fuel and Unit Conversions in Aviation
6 Principles of Weight and Balance and Axes of Movement
7 Shift in Center of Gravity and Average Aerodynamics
8 EXAM WEEK
9 Loading Instructions, Load and Trim Sheet
10 Calculation of Weight Limits, Load and Balance Form, Passenger and Cargo Distribution Calculation-
11 Load and Balance Sheet
12 Aircraft Dry Operating Weight Marking, Balance Distribution in Cargo Compartments, in Passenger Compartments
13 Calculation of the Effect of Fuel on Balance, Center of Gravity Envelope Calculations
14 Loading and Movement Messages
15 Loading Instructions, Load and Trim Sheet

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