Looking to use drones in your ecological work? Check out our online course and learn from anywhere in the world with internet access!
DESCRIPTION:
This course provides an introduction to drone applications as they pertain to ecological and natural resources sciences and management disciplines, including wildlife management, agriculture, and other land management sciences. Emphasis will be on small, unmanned aircraft systems and a broad range of topics will be covered, including a brief history of unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS), aircraft and payload applications, mapping techniques, and remote sensing fundamentals. The dynamics of emerging UAS technologies will be addressed and hands-on exercises will introduce techniques using sample software applications.
PREREQUISITES:
- Access to Adobe PhotoShop or any equivalent photo editing software.
- Drone Pilot Preparation (FAA Part 107 certificate and simulator training) is recommended.
- FAA TRUST certificate is required before performing sUAS flights in the United States.
DATES:
Fall: September 2 – November 23, 2025
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