AOTP 2410 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Systems

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course introduces students to Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and offers a survey of current UAS platforms and applications. Students will learn UAS terminology, regulations, challenges with civilian airspace integration and operational theory. Operational issues, including crew and asset coordination, will be covered via hands-on flight operations in a controlled environment to examine missions that students could see in day-to-day UAS operations.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate an understanding of operating unmanned aircraft in accordance with FARS and AFMS.
Solve given weight and balance problems
Demonstrate an understanding of unmanned aircraft systems and methods of navigation.

Prerequisite(s): AOTP 1120 and AOTP 1010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.