This subject aims to provide the student with an understanding of the principles of aviation system safety in order that the knowledge gained from such study can be used to better understand the often complex interaction between individuals and organisations and their effect on aviation safety.

Successful completion of this module is expected to equip the student with the tools to develop and maintain a safety program that meets the requirements for Safety Management Systems as described in CASA Advisory Circular AC 119-270(0) APRIL 2002.

This course runs for six weeks.
It is delivered entirely in Distance Learning format and is therefore accessible from any location.

Students are required to complete one written assignment on a topic that will be detailed in the Distance Learning manual. The essays must be word-processed with all students expected to have a back-up copy on disk, to be made available to lecturer on request.

There is also a final examination with this course.

Course Study Materials which are distributed to students and available via WebCT Vista.

The University of New South Wales provides a range of resources to help students develop their skills and to realise their full potential. The Learning Centre, located at the entrance to the Library provides guidance material, which is also available on-line.

In particular, students may wish to access the following:

Note-Taking Skills
The Basics of Essay Writing
Answering Assignment Questions
Report Writing FAQs
The Basics of Studying for Exams
Surviving Exams
Exam Skills
Plagiarism
The American Psychological Association (APA) Referencing System