SCI 115 - Commercial Drone Operations

Credits: 2
Instructional Contact Hours: 2

Engages in an in-depth look at UAV operational theory and preparation for the Part 107 Certification test. Discusses and explores industry-standard operations and techniques used by professionals. Studies a variety of manned aviation concepts that translate to UAV operations.

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 30 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Explain aviation weather
1. Understand how weather impacts operations
2. Interpret TAFs and METARs
Demonstrate aeronautical decision making
1. Demonstrate the role of Pilot in Command to make go/no go decisions
Demonstrate understanding of crew resource management
1. Utilize a Visual Observer
Explain aviation airspace
1. Read and interpret current aeronautical charts
2. Explain ATC frequencies and how to monitor them effectively
Demonstrate understanding of aerodynamics basics
1. Demonstrate understanding of the forces of flight
2. Explain flight characteristics of varying types of UAVs
Explain FAA Regulation
1. Discuss Part 107 walkthrough
2. Apply FAA Regulations in different scenarios
Demonstrate understanding of material on the Part 107 Test
1. Pass practice tests