Dear -MSc Safety and Security student of EAC,
Aerodromes Safety and Air Navigation Services (ANS) are essential for the air transport industry. Aviation has become a key service for economic and human development. Any threat, challenge or disruption in this industry could have a massive impact in the economy and in the political and regulatory context.
Safety has always been a priority for the industry reaching outstanding levels. It has also added a huge cost in terms of time and money to the air transport industry. The provision of safety services implies the close cooperation between different stakeholders, especially the airport operator, the airlines and the government (and multilateral organizations).
The ramp (apron area) is one of the most critical areas for the airport operation. It is the place where aircraft and airport meet and interact. Ground handling services are essential for the smooth operation of the airports and the airlines. Unfortunately these services are responsible for a significant part of the safety problems occurring at airports. There is a wide array of potential sources of safety problems where ground-handling services can be involved.
1. Fuel operations and other essential fluids.
2. Aircraft damaged and unintended contact.
3. Ground Service Equipment.
4. Stand conditions/operating environment.
5. Personal safety and injury.
In order to make this exercise as useful and close to reality as possible a specific airport has been selected: Dubai International Airport (DXB). All the above-mentioned aspects should be addressed for this airport in particular.
The student is invited to conduct a research of the current situation at this airport and provide two outcomes for each of the points above mentioned:
1. Assessment of the current situation. There is information easily available about Dubai International Airport. The student should analyze the situation at the airport taking into account each of the points mentioned and the situation as a whole.
2. Proposals for improvement: These proposals must be consistent with the analysis previously conducted. The proposals must be compatible with the rest of initiatives proposed by the student.
For the purpose of this assessment and due to confidentiality, any indicative examples, figures, pictures and numbers could be used for filling in the template report. Nevertheless, you shall assume that there is no single correct answer to this coursework. In reality, your report would be correct only if:
1. Clearly identify benchmarks or measures that will indicate to you whether or not the solution is working.
2. Generate a proposal for the future demonstrating its potential to deliver any improvement.
Additional Remarks
1. This is an individual assessment.
2. This template report should be limited to 3000 – 3500 words excluding any Appendices.
3. The CW Marking Schemeis shown in the next pages.
4. Course work Weight: 100% of the overall module assessment
5. CW Hand out Date: Last day of the module delivery block (ifix another date)
6. delete no need
CW- Final Marking Scheme and Guidelines
Marking the Report and Conduct
The marking categories are as follows:
Report: A. Depth and quality of work 30 marks
B. Achievement of objectives 20 marks
C. Learning and research 20 marks
D. Structure, layout and readability 20 marks
E. Diligence and initiative 10 marks
Category Assessing Max
A Depth and quality of work Correctness and appropriateness of method, amount and intricacy of work involved, etc. This is the most important area as it covers both problem analysis and solution (i.e. work towards a “product”). 30
B Achievement of aim and objectives Achievement measured against report objectives and key research questions. 20
C Learning and research Investigation and use of sources beyond the normal “taught” areas of the degree course. Note: all sources must be referenced properly. 20
D Structure, layout and readability The “presentational” quality of the report, including organization into sections, spelling, clarity and use of illustrations 20
E Diligence and Initiative Response to module content material, self-motivation &organization, resourcefulness. 10
Marks for students will be adjusted by Module Leader according to weighing detailed above.
Marking Guidelines
Marks should be awarded in each category/area on an Honours scale as shown below:
Performance Level Class Percent
Exceptional 1* > 80%
Excellent 1st 70-80%
Very Good 2.1 60-70%
Fair to Good 2.2 50-60%
Adequate 3rd 40-50%
Poor (or No Evidence) Fail < 40%
Marking Criteria example:
Category Sample Criteria Class
A Depth and quality of work Some knowledge of the module’s subject and ability to apply this in solving the problem 3rd
Ability to select appropriate existing solution and/or formulate original solution 2nd
Critical evaluation of alternatives and/or outstandingly original work 1st
B Achievement of aim and objectives Subset of objectives achieved, good progress towards a useful solution 3rd
The aim and the most or all objectives achieved, appropriate solution selected and delivered 2nd
Innovative approach used in developing and delivering a complete solution 1st
C Learning and research Some evidence of knowledge/skills gained and basic investigation carried out 3rd
Good literature review, ability to discuss options and justify choices made 2nd
Extensive research, critical appraisal of other work, well-argued conclusions 1st
D Structure, layout and readability Basic chapter/section structure and organization, with no major omissions, and few spelling or grammatical errors 3rd
Logical progression of topics and development of ideas, good depth/breadth 2nd
Thoroughly professional-looking report written in exemplary academic style 1st
E Diligence and initiative Appropriate use of module material, e.g. to describe and support ideas, problems, etc 3rd
As above plus consistency of effort, self-motivation and self-organization 2nd
As above plus imaginative and resourceful tackling of research tasks 1st
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