You’ll learn the fundamental concepts for operating a UAS, including strategies for selecting the right UAS, planning and simulating data collection, processing UAS imagery, and integrating drone data into geospatial decision making.
Geospatial Applications of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) covers diverse topics including:
Students will use Pix4D to process UAS data and "Mission Planner" to design a flight mission.
What’s the best way to determine if this class is for you? Check out the syllabus! This page shows all materials, how you’ll be graded, and lists assignments and a timeline for the class.
This class is part of Penn State's award winning Online Geospatial Education portfolio of programs, which includes the Master of GIS degree and certificates in GIS, GEOINT, and Remote Sensing. All of these programs are taught online and designed around the needs of working professionals.
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"Drones are a powerful tool as well as a lot of fun. GEOG 892 provided me with a thorough understanding of UAV systems, regulations, and how to skillfully apply drones to mapping. It’s probably my favorite course that I took through Penn State."
- Nathan Mangsen
This course is part of Penn State’s Online Geospatial Education portfolio of programs. For more information on our award-winning courses, certificates, and degree options, click below.