Unmanned Aircraft Systems

This course provides an introduction to the history, various technologies, and capabilities of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Topics include UAS history, operational design and capabilities, popular applications, and the science of flight. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and explain common aspects of unmanned aircraft systems including their historical development, commonly utilized technologies, applications, and unit flight capabilities.

This course provides students with the various products and technologies commonly associated with unmanned aircraft systems utilized by hobbyists, government, industry, and the military. Topics include data acquisition, operations and the various technologies associated with unmanned flight. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of flight control operations including programming telemetry and data acquisition.

This course prepares learners for small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) flight certification to promote compliance with the requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). Topics include FAA Title 14 CFR Part 107 study guide and NCDOT UAS flight standards to provide guidance in the areas of remote pilot certification, aircraft registration and marking, aircraft airworthiness, basic piloting skills, and the operation of small UAS. Upon completion, students should be able to meet requirements for small UAS certification through the NCDOT and perform basic small UAS piloting in accordance with FAA Title 14 CFR Part 107 regulations.