This course uses current technology to familiarize students with aerial unmanned aircraft, the principles of flight, and their potential applications in both recreational and professional contexts.
Prerequisites
None.
1. Explain the defining features and operational characteristics of unmanned aerial systems.
2. Trace the historical development of unmanned aerial systems and analyze their impact on contemporary drone technology.
3. Explain fundamental principles of flight and evaluate their application to drone operation.
4. Identify key types of drone sensors and discuss their specific functions.
5. Summarize relevant laws and regulations governing the operation of unmanned aircraft.
6. Perform and accurately execute a range of standard flight maneuvers.