4.4Improving Aviation Safety
Writing Assignment
For this assignment, conduct research and argue the importance of SMS and the NTSB in accident prevention. Access NTSB’s Aviation Accident Database & Synopses (Links to an external site.) to identify an aircraft accident investigation that has been completed. You may choose any type of aircraft and accident that you wish. Then, write a 2-3 page paper, not including the title page and reference page, that explains the accident, the findings, and considers the role of the NTSB, coupled with effective SMS principles, in preventing a similar accident from occurring.
Your paper must be supported by a minimum of three scholarly references, should be grammatically sound, and free of spelling errors. You must include a properly formatted title page, in-text citations where appropriate, and a reference page formatted according to current APA guidelines. If you have any questions regarding APA requirements, please refer to the current APA manual or ask your instructor.
Please refer to the rubric to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the expectations and grading scale for this activity.
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Rubric
ASCI 202 4.4 COA UG Writing Assignments Rubric V2
| ASCI 202 4.4 COA UG Writing Assignments Rubric V2 | |||||
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | |||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Context
Should provide an effective and concise overview/introduction; develops a coherent, central theme that is expressed in a structured, organized, and logical manner. |
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20.0 pts | |||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeKnowledge and Comprehension
Should address given assignment requirements; there should be evidence from course content and from valid, external sources should be used. |
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30.0 pts | |||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis, Evaluation, and Application
Should identify and analyze issues and relationships between factors with examples; supports argument based upon solid body of evidence; should apply to real-life situations and defined, if required. |
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30.0 pts | |||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle and Mechanics
Mechanics of style should enhance content understanding, and writing skillfully supports the message and is in required format. Citations and references present and IAW APA. |
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20.0 pts | |||
| Total Points: 100.0 |
