Although the Second World War brought death and destruction to the world, it ironically signified a breath of life into the stagnant aircraft industry. Aircraft manufacturers, limping along in the red from the scant prewar government orders, underwent an amazing metamorphosis and evolved into an intricate system with expansive components and a single goal: to produce immense quantities of the best military aircraft in the world. more...
- Track the aircraft industry's conversion from a pre-war to wartime mode.
- Cite examples of aircraft manufacturer collaboration/cooperation for the war effort.
- Describe the formation of the AWPC.
Be sure to participate in any of the discussions currently underway, finish up with introductions, and if desired, negotiate to establish 2-3 member teams for team project work.
Complete your draft learning task proposal/ learning contract. Refer to the Course Guide for more details on learning tasks and learning contracts.
Post your draft learning task proposal/ learning contract to the "Draft Proposals" Discussion Board Forum.
Post course questions or concerns to the anonymous "Suggestion Box" Discussion Board.
- Examine the Unit Objectives
- Read the Instructor's Narrative
- Research supporting Publications
- Explore the provided Links and Multimedia
- Participate in any active Course Discussions
- Complete your draft learning task proposal/ learning contract
- Post your draft learning task proposal/ learning contract to the "Draft Proposals" Discussion Board Forum.
Remember: Unit 1 runs through Week Two, check the Course Timeline for details. Stay on Target!
