Faculty: Vocational School This major focuses on the design, development, and operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones. Students explore key areas such as UAV design, aerodynamics, propulsion systems, avionics, mission planning, and regulatory compliance. The program emphasizes practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and the understanding of technological and operational considerations. Graduates are prepared for careers in UAV engineering, operations, research, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of UAV technologies and operations. - Develop skills in UAV design, aerodynamics, and propulsion systems. - Learn techniques for avionics, mission planning, and regulatory compliance. - Explore emerging technologies and applications in UAVs. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in UAV operations. - Develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills for UAV projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to UAV Technologies and Operations** - Overview of UAV technologies, key concepts, and historical context. - Fundamentals of UAV applications and industry trends. 2. **UAV Design** - Principles of UAV design, including structural design, materials, and manufacturing processes. - Techniques for designing and prototyping UAVs for various applications. 3. **Aerodynamics** - Fundamentals of aerodynamics, including lift, drag, and flight dynamics. - Techniques for analyzing and optimizing UAV aerodynamic performance. 4. **Propulsion Systems** - Principles of propulsion systems, including electric motors, internal combustion engines, and hybrid systems. - Techniques for designing and integrating propulsion systems in UAVs. 5. **Avionics** - Fundamentals of avionics, including navigation systems, sensors, and communication systems. - Techniques for integrating and managing avionics in UAVs. 6. **Mission Planning** - Principles of mission planning, including route planning, payload management, and emergency procedures. - Techniques for developing and executing UAV missions. 7. **Regulatory Compliance** - Principles of regulatory compliance, including aviation regulations, safety standards, and ethical considerations. - Techniques for ensuring UAV operations comply with regulatory requirements. 8. **Emerging Technologies** - Exploration of emerging technologies in UAVs, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and swarm intelligence. - Techniques for evaluating and implementing emerging technologies in UAV operations. 9. **Practicum in UAV Technologies and Operations** - Real-world UAV experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects in UAV engineering and operations settings. - Techniques for applying learned skills in practical UAV settings. 10. **Capstone Project in UAV Technologies and Operations** - Comprehensive project to apply learned skills in UAV design, mission planning, or regulatory compliance. - Techniques for delivering a polished and innovative UAV project. **Assessment Methods:** - UAV design reports, aerodynamics analyses, propulsion system designs, avionics integration plans, mission planning studies, regulatory compliance reports, emerging technology evaluations, practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to UAV Systems" by R.W. Prouty. - "Aerodynamics for Engineering Students" by E.L. Houghton and P.W. Carpenter. - "Propulsion Systems for UAVs" by various authors. - "Avionics: Development and Implementation" by Cary Spitzer. - "UAV Mission Planning and Operations" by various authors. - "Regulatory Compliance in Aviation" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, and electronics. Suitable for students interested in UAV engineering, operations, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in UAV Technologies and Operations and pursue professional certifications in UAV engineering, operations, or related fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring UAV engineers, operators, researchers, and professionals seeking to specialize in UAV technologies and operations. This major equips students with the practical, theoretical, and innovative skills needed to excel in UAV technologies and operations, supporting careers in UAV engineering, operations, research, and related fields.