UAS 104 Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft System UAS

*This course is currently offered to high school students only.

An introduction to the fundamentals of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), including their evolving history and developing role in the modern aviation industry. Topics include structural elements, avionics, flight control and guidance systems, navigation, remote sensing, and human factors. UAS integration into commercial and military airspace FAA, and regulations and sanctions will be discussed. Emphasis will be on future employment in the field with a focus on commercial airspace.

3 hours lecture and 2 hours of lab.