FLGHT 104 - Remote Pilot Ground School (small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS))

    Recent Professors
    J. Luque Montes
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    20–35 students
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    Advisory: MATH 45; ENGL C1000; ENGL C1000H
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of FLGHT 104
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course provides training for individuals seeking a Remote Pilot certificate to fly small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) also known as drones. A certificated Remote Pilot may fly drones for compensation. This course will prepare students to take the written examination required for certification and provide basic experience in actual flight operations. Some of the topics covered will include applicable regulations relating to sUAS, airspace classification and operating requirements, the effects of weather on performance, loading and performance, emergency procedures, maintenance and inspections, and flying procedures.
    Usually Held
    Thu 4:00pm–4:50pm, Tue Thu 1:20pm–2:10pm, Tue Wed 4:00pm–4:50pm