BA 161 - Drones & The Law

    Recent Professors
    Timothy S. Martin
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    0.5
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Explore the rules and real-world situations that affect drone pilots in this informative short course. Taught by a drone pilot police officer or a drone attorney, the course explains how federal, state, and local laws apply to recreational, commercial, and public safety drone users. Topics include FAA regulations, FAA TRUST Recreational and FAA Part 107 certifications, privacy and liability issues, drone insurance, and examples from actual drone-related legal cases. Discover how new technology, including AI-assisted drones, is raising new questions about privacy and responsibility. This is an informational course with no drone flying activities.