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Spring 2025 Laboratory Lecture Credit By ExaminationLower DivisionDepartmental Credit
This course discusses the fundamental concepts of Safety and Risk Management and their application to UAS operations. The course will provide insight into strategies for developing and implementing a formal safety management system (SMS) that effectively supports an organization's UAS operations. In addition, students will gain an understanding of ethical decision-making and its relationship to safety. Laboratory exercises provide students practical application of this knowledge to various UAS operational scenarios, which includes utilizing SMS principles in assessing risks and developing appropriate mitigations. Must possess a valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
Learning Outcomes1Understand and demonstrate the application of safety and risk management principles to UAS operations.
2Exemplify the UAS regulatory environment, which includes related regulatory approval and waiver processes.
3Understand and apply technical data sources to evaluate UAS airworthiness and system health, to include ground and flight testing, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair.
4Demonstrate the ability to plan and safely complete basic UAS missions that are regulatory compliant.
5Understand and demonstrate ethical decision-making.
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