UAS 110 Introduction to UAS Operations

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

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.

Course is typically offered in (check with department).
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Discuss the technological advancements that enabled the development of UAS.
Identify the primary civilian and military missions of UAS.
Evaluate the challenges of integrating UAS into the National Airspace System.
Compare unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sensing systems and their role in detect and avoid.
Describe the components (C3, payloads, launch/recovery) of a UAS.
Recognize the human factors issues when operating UAS.
Propose a UAS design to satisfy a real-world mission.
Apply UAS knowledge to completion of the FAA Part 107 Certification.