Drones
FLHT 101 Introduction to Drones: Regulations and Use
Fall/Spring, 2 credits
This course is designed to give students an introduction to drones and to prepare them for the remote drone pilot exam. The course covers the five knowledge areas on the exam, which are regulations, the national airspace system, weather, loading and performance, and operations.
FLHT 104 UAS Missions: Drone Photography
Fall/Spring, 3 credits
This course will prepare participants to systematically plan, execute, and analyze UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) missions, taking on roles such as Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC), Visual Observer (VO), and Person Manipulating Controls (PMC). Students will gain experience in flight planning, risk assessment, drone operations, and professional post-production editing using industry-standard software. By the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of aerial photographs and videos, demonstrating their ability to manage UAS missions effectively.
Prerequisites: FLHT 101, FLHT 102, or FAA Part 107 Certificate holder
FLHT 105 UAS Missions: Introduction to UAS Mapping
Fall, 3 credits
This course introduces students to Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) mapping technologies and workflows, including GPS, GIS, LiDAR, and photogrammetry. Students will gain hands-on experience with UAS mapping software and hardware to produce professional-grade outputs such as 2D orthomosaics, 3D models, Digital Elevation Models (DEMs), Digital Surface Models
(DSMs), Digital Terrain Models (DTMs), and thermal maps. Emphasis will be placed on flight planning, data acquisition, processing, analysis, and practical applications in industries such as agriculture, construction, environmental science, and public safety.
Prerequisites: FLHT 101 and FLHT 102, or FAA Part 107 Certificate holder
FLHT 106 UAS Missions: Introduction to Drone Cargo Missions
Fall, 3 credits
This course introduces students to the technology, regulations, and logistics required for drone-based cargo operations. Students will explore the use of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) for package delivery, medical supply transport, first responder support, and law enforcement operations. Emphasis will be placed on Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, cargo drone technologies, safety protocols, and real-world logistics strategies. Students will gain practical skills in mission planning, payload integration, and risk assessment, preparing them for emerging roles in the drone delivery industry.
Prerequisites: FLHT 101 and FLHT 102, or FAA Part 107 Certificate holder