UUAS 205 - Drone Applications

This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to perform commercial operations using an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) effectively and safely in the National Airspace System (NAS). The course will consist of theoretical instruction and practical laboratory experiences.

Course Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate an understanding of various commercial drone operations
Demonstrate proficiency in one or more commercial applications

Outline:

Aerial Photography and Videography
1. Real estate
2. Construction
3. Agriculture
4. Filmmaking
Surveying and Mapping
1. Terrain mapping
2. Monitoring environmental changes
3. Creating 3D models
Search and Rescue
1. Large area surveillance
2. Accessing difficult terrain
3. Thermal imaging
4. Mapping and data collection
5. Delivering supplies
6. Communication Relay
Agriculture and Environmental Monitoring
1. Precision agriculture operations
2. Crop monitoring
3. Environmental conservation efforts