CORE COURSES
Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones) (GEOG 108)
Introduces unmanned aerial systems (drones), including applications, safety, maintenance, mission planning and flying, and data acquisition (still images and video).
Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot Ground School (GEOG 107)
Equips students with knowledge about the regulations and procedures governing the safe and legal operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), commonly referred to as “drones.” Coincides with the knowledge areas in the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Part 107 airman knowledge test for a Remote Pilot Certificate with a sUAS rating, and is intended to prepare students for the FAA written examination required for students to become commercial sUAS pilots.
Introduction to Remote Sensing (GEOG 154)
Introduces fundamental concepts of electromagnetic radiation and its interactions with various media. Explores commonly used sensors and techniques of remote sensing.
Drone Technology Internship (CE 100)
This class is structured as a supervised on the job training for drone technology students. Students are required to complete 60 hours of unpaid internship or 75 hours of paid internship for this course. Students will identify organizational objectives, accomplish measurable on the job learning objectives by completing work based projects, and undertake new or expanded workplace responsibilities.
Introduction to Business (BUS 120)
Examines the various types of business organizations, financing, personnel, marketing, management, and business-government relations. Develops an understanding of the general concepts of business for business and non-business majors.
