UAS - Drone Courses
About Unmanned Aerial Systems
They go by many names: Unmanned Aerial Systems or UAS, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles or UAV, or simply - Drones.
Regardless of what you call these fascinating machines, they represent cutting-edge technology that will become a major factor in a large variety of global industries in the very near future. ExplorNet recognizes this shift in the workplace landscape, so we applied our curriculum development model to create a set of high school courses that teaches students the skills and knowledge to build, maintain, operate, and successfully utilize the power of drone technology. The result is a three-level program where the frameworks span the spectrum from the basics of aviation, safety and principles of flight to design and manufacturing, industry specific applications, troubleshooting and maintenance, regulations, mission planning, execution and debriefing. Students can earn the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate by the end of the second level. The third level helps them prepare for drone-related career and entrepreneurial opportunities. Unmanned Aerial Systems I
The UAS I course introduces the development and use of drones, safety and regulations, aviation principles, UAS structure and assembly, and basic operations. Students will build a drone and execute appropriate mission planning and flight procedures.
Unmanned Aerial Systems II
Building upon the Level 1 course, students continue to demonstrate appropriate regulations and procedures to fly drones safely. New concepts include: troubleshooting, airspace, interpreting sectional charts and weather reports, operational procedures, and 3D design and printing. Students will develop and execute a UAS mission for an industry-specific-solution scenario. Preparing for and passing the FAA Part 107 Certification test is an integral part of the Level II course.
Unmanned Aerial Systems III
Designed for students to culminate their learning in a real-world setting, in Level III, students will complete a variety of projects (either on campus or off campus) for business and community partners designed to utilize their knowledge and skills and expand their learning related to UAS applications.
UAS Flex Course
The UAS Flex course can be incorporated into a program of study such as Agriculture, Construction, or Film; allowing students to learn how the UAS technology can be utilized in those fields. The course combines topics from Level 1 and II using a ready-to-fly drone.
Introduction to Drones Module
The module is designed for middle school teachers to incorporate drone concepts into a variety of courses. It includes complete lesson plans for twelve lessons including a bell-ringer, presentation with accompanying activity, instructions, rubrics and assessments. Topics include an introduction to aerospace and unmanned aerial systems, career opportunities, rules and regulations, safety procedures, principles of flight, flight operations, and a mission project. Designed for four to five weeks, this curriculum is the perfect fit for teachers to take student learning to new heights!
Programming with Drones Module
The module is designed for middle school or high school teachers to incorporate programming with drone concepts into a variety of courses. It includes complete lesson plans for 10-12 lessons including a bell-ringer, presentation with accompanying activity, instructions, rubrics and assessments. Topics include an introduction to drones, operational procedures, regulations, flight basics, flight plan coding, and a mission project. Designed for four to five weeks, the curriculum using Swift or Python languages is a great fit for STEM, programming, or robotics classes.
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Some of the Many Uses of UAVs:Frameworks
Part 107 Certification
The UAS - Drone courses are aligned to the FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot certification.
Check out our certification prep links here. Contact QTL/ExplorNet
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UAS - Drone Course Resources
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The Unmanned Aerial Systems courses are available through a subscription paid each year or in a multi-year option.
Subscription includes all resources for Levels 1-3 UAS - Drones courses per teacher per school. NO PER STUDENT FEE! Subscription valid July 15 - June 15 each year. UAS Levels 1-3 Yearly Subscription ONLY $995 Second teacher at same school $495, a 50% discount! UAS Flex Course Subscription $595 Second teacher at same school $295, a 50% discount! Introduction to Drones Module Subscription $295 Programming with Drones Module Subscription $295 Three-year subscription receives 10% discount! |
Course resources are created by a team of teachers and industry experts and are updated annually. Resources include:
Access to course resources available in two ways: 1. Blended learning environment using Moodle or Canvas includes:
2. Downloadable Resources
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UAS - Drone Training
Three-Level Course of Study: Training is five days and covers UAS elements from basics to regulations, to mission planning and execution as well as manufacturing and repair. Training fee includes a drone that meets course requirements and which teachers will build, fly and take back to their class, as well as the first year subscription to online teacher and student resources.
Flex Course: Training is three days and covers fundamentals of UAS operation, careers and regulation. Training fee includes the first year subscription to online teacher and student resources.
Year 2 and 3 Follow-up Training: The Year 2 and 3 Follow-up course will cover advanced content in UAS flight applications, software, and 3D printing.
Flex Course: Training is three days and covers fundamentals of UAS operation, careers and regulation. Training fee includes the first year subscription to online teacher and student resources.
Year 2 and 3 Follow-up Training: The Year 2 and 3 Follow-up course will cover advanced content in UAS flight applications, software, and 3D printing.
