PDT-LSurvUas-08 - Introduction to UAV/UAS/Drones
Course Description
Some call them drones, some apply the label “quadcopters.” The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) calls them “unmanned aerial systems” (UAS) or “unmanned aerial vehicles" (UAV).
No matter what we call them, they both are and aren’t new. Through major technology trends and advancements over the past decade, drones have (and still are) continuing to transform the way we assess certain tasks on a daily basis.
In this introductory course, we will look at everything from how UAV technology has changed since its arrival, to where we can predict it will go in the future. On top of this, students will grasp a better understanding of the current state of UAS technology, along with a firm understanding of local laws, licensing, documentation, business applications (starting/using for business), and much more.
This course serves as an elective in the Drone (UAV/UAS) Operator Certificate Program.
You may also be interested in:
- Part 107 Drone (UAV/UAS) Pilot Test Prep Workshop
- Drone sUAS Operations & Applications
- Drone sUAS Videography & Photography
View more UAV/UAS offerings here.
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This program from the University of New Hampshire has been certified and recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) CTI Program. The FAA's UAS College Training Initiative program recognizes institutions that prepare students for careers in unmanned aircraft systems. Learn more about the initiative here.
Instructors
- Hayden Spitz
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Drone Operator Certificate : Electives, Elective 2