APT A131 - Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems

    Recent Professors
    Joel Jones
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    20–45 students
    Difficulty
    4.0Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Topics include the development and history of UAS, current and upcoming operational regulations, airspace classifications, sources of weather, loading and performance, radio communications, airport operations, maintenance and inspection procedures, industry and societal implications, career outlooks, ethical considerations, and basic components required to operate a UAS. The course will also introduce hands-on UAS flight and operation principles through PC-based simulation. All training is conducted in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 107.