December 8, 2022 |
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3:00 PM (CST) |
The drone industry is one of the fastest growing industries in CTE today. To help prepare today’s students for careers in the drone industry, it is important for students to learn the basics of drones, how to fly the drone and prepare for the certification. From drone theory and design to flight skills to remote pilot certification preparation, iCEV is excited about the brand-new drone curriculum. Join this session to learn how to incorporate the new curriculum into your classes this semester.
iCEV has acquired DroneCurriculum.net. Drone curriculum assets will expand the course library for STEM, Agricultural Science, Architecture, Construction & Manufacturing, as well as, Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security on the iCEV Platform. Founded by a former CTE educator, DroneCurriculum.net was created to offer a stand-alone curriculum option rooted in principles and concepts. The resource focuses on four primary areas: theory and design, flight skills, programming and preparation for the FAA Remote Pilot Certification Exam. Not only are these focus areas relevant to drone science, the knowledge and skills are also applicable to other CTE subject areas, specifically those related to programming and engineering and design. Because the content was written by a former educator, it is uniquely applicable to classroom use and designed to successfully teach drone concepts. Along with theory and practical application, each course will feature a career exploration component through career interviews with drone professionals across various sectors of the industry.
The curriculum from DroneCurriculum.net will be implemented as three new iCEV courses. Explore courses and lesson lists below:
Design & Documentation
Safety Considerations
Introduction to Drones
Airframes
Electric Motors
Propellers
Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs)
Flight Controllers
Batteries, Chargers & Connectors
Transmitters & Receivers
Cameras, Gimbals & Other Payloads
Ground Control Stations & FPV
Regulations & The FAA
Efficiency Vs. Performance
Basics of Flight
Beginning Flight Skills
Advanced Flight Skills
Common Sense Flying
Maintenance & Battery Care
Pathway to Certification
Drone Theory & Aeronautical
Regulations & Operating Rules
Airspace & Operating Rules
Aviation Weather, Effects & Sources
UAS Loading & Performance
Emergency Flight Procedures
Crew Resource Management (CRM)
Radio Communications
Airport Operations
Maintenance & Inspection Procedures
FAA Knowledge Test Review