AVIATN 3800
Transcript Abbreviation:
UAS BVLOS
Course Description:
This course introduces the student to Unmanned Aircraft Systems operating beyond the visual line of sight. The course covers specific UAS applications, human factors in the uncrewed aviation space, professionalism, regulations, and complex operations with a strong emphasis on safety. Prepares students for Advanced Safety Level 1 certification exam through Unmanned Safety Institute.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Hybrid Class (25-74% campus; 25-74% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
AVN 2401
Electronically Enforced:
Yes
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
• Demonstrate and operationalize knowledge of rules and regulations applicable to operations within the NAS
• Describe how meteorological conditions affect flight dynamics and operations within the NAS
• Describe how meteorological conditions affect flight dynamics and operations within the NAS
• Describe how meteorological conditions affect flight dynamics and operations within the NAS
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Aeronautical Decision-Making Model
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the Aeronautical Decision-Making Model
• Explain how hazardous attitudes affect flight
• Explain the principles of human cognition, capabilities, and limitations in the context of remotely piloted aircraft systems.
• Explain the principles of human cognition, capabilities, and limitations in the context of remotely piloted aircraft systems.
• Develop sound decision-making skills for complex and challenging scenarios in UAS operations.
• Use the Situation Awareness model to analyze conditions, assess risks, and make informed judgments to ensure safe and successful mission outcomes.
• Use the Situation Awareness model to analyze conditions, assess risks, and make informed judgments to ensure safe and successful mission outcomes.
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| atmosphere | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| operations | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| crew resource management | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| automation | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| human performance | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| aeronautical decision-making | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| assessment checks (8) | 30% |
| midterm | 20% |
| participation | 20% |
| final exam | 30% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Unmanned Safety Institute sUAS Advanced Safety Level 1 digital textbook and course materials |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
Embedded Literacies Info: