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Air Transport Management unit (JNB161)

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Location: Launceston, Online

Introduction

Air transport plays a crucial role in the global economy by facilitating the rapid movement of both passengers and freight, and enabling international trade, tourism, and business. In Australia, air transport is a vital component of both the economy and daily life due to the country's vast size and geographic isolation. This Unit covers various topics including air transport value chain and its historical development, supply and demand in the aviation industry, airline business models and operations, airport components and operations, performance measures in aviation, and pricing and revenue management strategies in air transport. The Unit will also cover impacts of major trends and driving forces such as sustainability, safety, security, and Industry 4.0 in the aviation industry. Through case studies and practical applications, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the air transport industry.

Summary

Unit name Air Transport Management
Unit code JNB161
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
Australian Maritime College
Discipline Maritime and Logistics Management
Coordinator Doctor Seyed Mehdi Zahraei
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Introductory

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Launceston Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Online Semester 2 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 06/07/2026 28/07/2026 31/08/2026 25/10/2026

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Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the concept of demand and supply in air transport.
  • Distinguish various business models, costs, and revenue management strategies in passenger and cargo airlines.
  • Identify the key landside and airside components, infrastructure, and operations in airports.
  • Examine key performance measures, sustainability practices, safety and security protocols, and application of Industry 4.0 technologies in air transport.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
030909 $1,192.00 $1,192.00 not applicable $3,401.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern
  • Weekly 2-hr Workshop (F2F On-campus and via live-Zoom for Online Students)
  • Weekly 1hr Lecture (pre-recorded chunked lessons uploaded on MyLO).
AssessmentOnline Quiz (10%)|Presentation (20%)|Report (30%)|Examination - take home (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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