Drone Aviation & Geospatial Technologies

This course provides an introduction to the tools and techniques involved in data creation, data integration, mapping, and spatial analysis within Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Participants will learn how to construct geodatabases to support field GPS data collection activities. Emphasizing practical experience, the course includes extensive hands-on training with ESRI’s suite of products, ensuring students gain valuable skills in applying GIS technology.

This course provides an introduction to computer-aided drafting (CAD) software tailored for specific technological applications. It focuses on mastering the software’s command structure and adhering to drafting standards relevant to particular technical domains. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to produce and plot basic drawings.

An introduction to programing structured text languages using languages such as Blocky, C and Python. The use of a Microcontroller, on the VEX Robotics Platform, will give the student the basic concepts to understand code structure, Boolean logic, variables, strings, lists, and other data structures. The goal is for the student to learn the methods and thought processes behind planning a good set of instructions and steps before the programming process begins.

Provides a foundation for gaining the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for college success. Students will learn to make a successful transition to higher education by setting up a pattern of success that will last the rest of their lives. Students will define goals and develop thinking skills, learning strategies and personal qualities essential to both academic and career success. Please note: Students who have served active military duty (excluding basic training and AIT) may be exempt from the Student Success course. Student must provide a copy of DD214 or other official military documentation to the registrar for verification.

This course advances from CAD I, exploring more sophisticated techniques. It encompasses advanced AutoCAD concepts such as assigning data to blocks and the import and export of AutoCAD files to and from other software applications. While primarily focused on 2D drawing, the course also introduces 3D isometric views. Additionally, students will utilize Revit for 3D modeling, enhancing their skills in creating detailed architectural and structural designs for indoor mapping.

In this course, students will engage with a variety of cloud-based geospatial tools, including but not limited to products from ESRI, Trimble, DJI, DroneDeploy, PIX4D, NIRA, and Adobe. The curriculum is designed to concentrate on the entire workflow of geospatial data handling in the cloud, covering data collection, editing, analysis, integration, management, and final product production. Emphasis will be placed on leveraging cloud technology to efficiently and effectively manage geospatial projects.

Building on the Introduction to GIS, this course further explores the practical applications of GIS technology. It emphasizes hands-on experience in GIS modeling, analysis, and problem-solving, tailored towards real-world scenarios, including both indoor and outdoor mapping, planning, and geo-referencing. The curriculum aims to develop students’ proficiency in utilizing GIS to address and solve intricate geographical challenges, equipping them with advanced skills for creating effective solutions in a variety of contexts.

This course concentrates on the acquisition, application, interpretation, and development of data collected remotely. Students will gain hands-on experience using a range of high-end industrial and consumer drones for flight operations and data collection. Access to leading software and tools such as ESRI, DroneDeploy, Pix4D, and Adobe will enable students to generate data, video products, and mapping solutions that align with current industry needs. Additionally, the course prepares students to take the Remote Pilot Certified Small UAS exam, aiming to qualify them as commercially certified Part 107 drone pilots.

Detailed instruction on the use of Microsoft Excel covering beginning, intermediate, and advanced concepts. Concepts covered include working with formulas and functions; creating and formatting charts graphs and pivot tables/pivot charts; sorting and filtering lists; data consolidation between multiple worksheets and workbooks; and importing and exporting of data.