PLT 428 – Airline Recruitment Preparation Syllabuss
Course Type: Theoretical
Program Level: Undergraduate – Pilot Training Program
Semester Duration: 15 Weeks
Language of Instruction: English
Prerequisites: None
Course Description: PLT 428 – Airline Recruitment Preparation provides Pilot Training students with skills for recruitment processes of airlines, including exams such as the Turkish Airlines English Exam, Mollymawk (English), TOEFL, IELTS, and TOEIC. The syllabus is structured in accordance with ICAO Doc 9835 Manual on the Implementation of ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements.
Course Objectives: The primary objective of this course is prepare aspiring pilots for recruitment processes of airlines, including exams such as the Turkish Airlines English Exam, Mollymawk (English), TOEFL, IELTS, and TOEIC. The course aims to equip students with essential communication skills, grammatical structures, exam strategies, and behavioral interview techniques required for success in these assessments.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand the structure and requirements of airline recruitment processes, including exams and interviews.
2. Develop technical English skills, including grammar and vocabulary, to succeed in airline-specific language assessments.
3. Practice and improve cognitive skills and situational awareness through Airlines English exams and Mollymawk test preparations.
4. Acquire essential reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills required for success in TOEFL and IELTS exams.
5. Enhance behavioral interview techniques, including the use of the STAR method and scenario-based responses.
6. Develop effective communication strategies and aviation- specific vocabulary for professional environments.
7. Learn nonverbal communication skills, including body language techniques, to make a positive impression during interviews.
8. Apply theoretical knowledge in simulated real-world exam and interview scenarios.
9. Analyze personal performance in practice sessions to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
10. Gain comprehensive insights into certification processes and final evaluations for airline recruitment.
Course Content
Overview of airline interview processes; Practice with real exam questions for technical English; Scenario-based behavioral interview applications; Development of aviation English vocabulary and communication strategies; Acquisition of fundamental skills for IELTS and TOEFL.
Week 1: Overview of Airline Recruitment Processes.
Week 2: General Overview of English Aviation Terminology.
Week 3: Turkish Airlines English Exam (Grammar & Vocabulary).
Week 4: Airlines English (Cognitive Skills & Verbal Reasoning).
Week 5: Airlines English (Teamwork & Communication Skills).
Week 6: Mollymawk Test (Situational Awareness & Decision Making).
Week 7: Introduction to TOEFL and IELTS (Reading & Listening Skills).
Week 8: Midterm Examination (Weeks 1–7).
Week 9: Introduction to TOEFL and IELTS (Writing & Speaking Skills).
Week 10: Technical Questions and Interview Practice.
Week 11: Behavioral Interview Questions.
Week 12: Body Language and Nonverbal Communication.
Week 13: Real Exam and Interview Simulation.
Week 14: Learning from Mistakes and Enhancing Strengths.
Week 15: Final Evaluation and Certification Processes
Week 16: Final Examination (Comprehensive).
Teaching and Learning Methods
Classroom-based lectures, guided reading, case study discussions, and scenario-based theoretical exercises.
Assessment Methods
Midterm Examination: 30% Final Examination: 40% Assignments / Case Studies: 20% Class Participation: 10%
Reference Materials
ICAO Doc 9835 Manual on the Implementation of ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements. International Civil Aviation Organization (2010),
ICAO Doc 9432 Manual of Radiotelephony (2007).
Academic and Regulatory Alignment Statement
This syllabus is designed in alignment with ICAO training guidance material and EASA and SHGM regulatory frameworks and is suitable for inclusion in the Atılım University Pilot Training theoretical knowledge curriculum and airline operations academic modules.