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Open Category Use Cases

Niveau

Beginner

Learning outcomes of the courses/module

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

- Apply the Regulatory Framework for Drone Operations: Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the regulatory framework governing open-category drone operations, including specific limitations, requirements, and types of operations permitted without specific authorizations.
- Identify Drone Use Cases: Identify and evaluate potential use cases (GIS, video, construction) within legal and safety parameters.
- Plan Operations: Develop operational plans that are compliant with open category regulations, addressing all aspects from flight planning to risk management in accordance with legal requirements.
- Utilize Technology Effectively: Leverage technology effectively for drone applications, implementing optimal hardware and software solutions for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
- Demonstrate Effective Communication and Lobbying Skills: Communicate benefits and limitations of open-category drone operations effectively in presentations and reports to stakeholders.
- Pass the A2 category as a UAS pilot (open category).

Prerequisites for the course

None

Course content

- Global Drone Regulations: Overview of global drone regulations with a focus on the open category, exploring criteria and limitations across different jurisdictions.
- Risk Assessment Techniques: Applying techniques for conducting risk assessments and implementing risk mitigation strategies for various drone operations.
- Exploration of Use Cases: Exploring permitted use cases under the open category, such as real estate photography, agricultural monitoring, small-scale mapping, and infrastructure inspection.
- Operational Planning: Operational planning for open category drone missions.
- Hands-On Simulations: Hands-on sessions using drone simulation software and application in real-world use cases.

Recommended specialist literature

- Sehrawat, V. (2020). Drones and the Law: International Responses to Rapid Drone Proliferation. Emerald Group Publishing. ISBN: 978-1800432499‎.
- Pitta, S. D. & Price, D. G. (2016). Professional Drone Pilot's Handbook & FAA Remote Pilot Test Guide. Association of Professional Drone Pilots, Inc. ISBN: 978-1535567305.

Assessment methods and criteria

Portfolio tests

Language

English

Number of ECTS credits awarded

5

Share of e-learning in %

15

Semester hours per week

2.5

Planned teaching and learning method

Presentation, group work, discussion, exercises

Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered

3

Name of lecturer

Academic year

Key figure of the course/module

3_5

Type of course/module

integrated lecture

Type of course

Compulsory

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