Unmanned Aerial Systems Operations
This course is part of Unmanned Aerial Systems.
This comprehensive course covers the essentials of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) operations. Students learn mission planning fundamentals, including logistics, permissions, and flight path determination. The course explores flight basics, covering safety protocols, regulations, and ground crew roles. Advanced topics include optical image processing, Structure from Motion software usage, and creating orthomosaics and digital elevation models. Real-world applications span research, industrial surveying, and emergency response scenarios. Through practical exercises, students gain hands-on experience in flight planning, safety procedures, and data processing.
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What you'll learn
Master mission planning techniques for UAS flights including logistics and permissions
Understand flight safety protocols and regulatory requirements
Learn to process optical images for creating orthomosaics and elevation models
Develop skills in crew resource management and operational logistics
Gain proficiency in flight planning for various surveying scenarios
Understand weather impacts and external factors affecting UAS operations
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
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Graded assignments, Exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
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There are 3 modules in this course
The course provides comprehensive training in unmanned aerial systems operations, covering three main areas. First, students learn mission planning essentials, including logistics, permissions, and flight path determination. Second, the course covers flight basics, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements. Finally, students explore data processing techniques, focusing on creating orthomosaics and digital elevation models using Structure from Motion software. Throughout the course, practical applications in research, industrial surveying, and emergency response are emphasized.
Operations and pre-flight planning
Module 1
Flight and Mission Planning
Module 2
Post-flight Operations
Module 3
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Unmanned Aerial Systems
Instructors
2 Courses
A Pioneer in Unmanned Aviation Systems and Flight Operations
Andrew Wentworth serves as a UAS Subject Matter Expert at the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration (ACUASI), where he manages critical programs including the SeaHunter initiative for protecting endangered North Atlantic right whales. After accumulating over two decades of experience across military, private industry, and academic sectors, he joined ACUASI in 2016, bringing expertise from his roles as a UAS Developmental Flight Test Pilot at DRS Technologies and UAS Team Leader for the United States Army. As the first graduate to earn an MS in Unmanned Systems from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Worldwide Campus, he has established himself as a leading authority in unmanned aviation. His current work at ACUASI involves managing complex UAS operations, where he has notably improved the efficiency of whale detection systems, reducing reporting times from 48 hours to 6-8 hours through the integration of onboard computing and AI technologies. His credentials include an FAA single-engine airplane license with instrument rating and an sUAS remote pilot certificate, complementing his extensive experience in UAS curriculum development and technical writing. Through his leadership of the SeaHunter program, he continues to advance the field of unmanned aviation while contributing to critical environmental conservation efforts.
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A Distinguished Expert in Alpine Remote Sensing and Natural Hazard Assessment
Franz Langegger serves as GIS Technician and UAS Pilot at the Austrian Service for Torrent and Avalanche Control, where he has established himself as a leading expert in terrain mapping and natural hazard assessment. With over two decades of experience in surveying and remote sensing, he has pioneered the implementation of unmanned aerial systems for monitoring Alpine terrain and assessing natural hazards. His work includes developing QGIS tools for daily workflows and implementing advanced terrain mapping techniques to support avalanche and torrent control operations. Through his expertise in civil engineering and CAD, he contributes to the development of natural hazard protection measures while maintaining active involvement in GIS technology advancement. His recent work focuses on integrating UAS-based photogrammetry with traditional surveying methods to enhance the monitoring and assessment of Alpine hazards, particularly in challenging terrain where conventional mapping techniques are limited.
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