Drones: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Operations and Imaging

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide students with hands-on experience with drone safety, operations, and image collection and processing. Students will learn the background and knowledge to successfully pass the FAA Part 107 licensing exam. Topics will include regulations, airspace classification and operating requirements, weather, loading and performance, and operations. Students will demonstrate their understanding through quizzes on content, classroom engagement, flight demonstration, and a course project. Students will also learn how drones are used by professionals in industry and government. Components: Laboratory, Class Typically Offered: Fall - even year