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Introduction to Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS)

Subject
Subject code TECH.078
Subject name Introduction to Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS)
Credit points 3 ECTS
Grading method Non-differentiated assessment
Curriculum subject
Curriculum 2019 ER
Study year 1
Semester Fall semester
Subject type Optional
Academicians
Andres Moks
Goal of subject
To give an overview of the usage of different unmanned aerial vehicles. To introduce generic principles of remotely piloted aircraft and its subsystem design.
Learning outcomes of the subject
Student who has passed the subject knows:
1) Correct terms and vocabulary of RPAS;
2) different unmanned aerial vehicles and configurations;
3) components and systems of RPAS;
4) how to design a basic multicopter;
5) laws and rules with reference to RPAS;
6) how to avoid threats and hazards while operating UAV-s.
Subject course description
Overview of commonly used unmanned aerial vehicles, systems and components, configurations and constructions, basic design solutions, legislation and safety.
Current rounds
Introduction to Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) ER-20-K
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