Remotely Piloted Aircraft Data Analysis

Data Analysis
RPAS Data Analysis Microcredential

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Elevate your expertise with our Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Data Analysis microcredential - a game-changing achievement for students and professionals to advance their careers in drone technologies. Gain essential skills in data collection, validation, georeferencing, and analysis from RPAS missions, setting yourself apart in this dynamic field. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned pro, this program will propel you to the forefront of RPAS technology, impressing employers and clients with your newly earned proficiencies.

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Stackable

MVCC Microcredentials

Gain these in-demand skills

  • Data collection methods
  • Collection and utilization of GPS data
  • Concepts of remote sensing
  • Image analysis techniques (visual and digital)
  • Feature extraction from imagery
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts and techniques
  • Competence with mapping software (ArcGIS)
  • Displaying, analyzing, and querying spatial data sets, coordinate systems/datums
  • Symbology and classifications in GIS, digital imagery, and global positioning systems within GIS
  • Spatial modeling
  • Geo-databases

Course List

Introduction to Global Positioning Systems CT153 3 cr.

This course introduces basic knowledge design and fabrication techniques used in industry. Techniques include solid modeling, CNC machining, laser engraving, routing and 3D printing. Students design and manufacture parts to be used in subsequent courses.

Introduction to Remote Sensing UA102 3 cr.

This course provides basic knowledge of electrical theory. Topics include electron theory, Ohm’s Law, series and parallel circuits, electrical energy and power relationships, electromagnetism, and DC and AC circuit theory as applied to remotely piloted aircraft vehicles.

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems CT265 3 cr.

This course provides an understanding of the component systems common to most Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems with an emphasis on effective integration and operations. It focuses on the core technologies and includes examinations of the control systems, autopilots, data links, power plants (motors), servos/actuators, power sources, sensors and communication technologies utilized in remotely piloted aircraft systems. Students will design, build, test, program, and fly a remotely piloted aircraft vehicle.

Advanced Geographic Information Systems CT267 3 cr.

This course provides an understanding of the component systems common to most Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems with an emphasis on effective integration and operations. It focuses on the core technologies and includes examinations of the control systems, autopilots, data links, power plants (motors), servos/actuators, power sources, sensors and communication technologies utilized in remotely piloted aircraft systems. Students will design, build, test, program, and fly a remotely piloted aircraft vehicle.

Capstone Geographic Information Systems CT266 3 cr.

This course provides an understanding of the component systems common to most Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems with an emphasis on effective integration and operations. It focuses on the core technologies and includes examinations of the control systems, autopilots, data links, power plants (motors), servos/actuators, power sources, sensors and communication technologies utilized in remotely piloted aircraft systems. Students will design, build, test, program, and fly a remotely piloted aircraft vehicle.

 

Faculty

Bill Judycki, Professor