Introduction to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) for Land Surveyors : 4 PDH

Introduction to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) for Land Surveyors : 4 PDH

$24.00

This course is an introduction of using sUAS in land surveying. From FAA licensing requirements to common sUAS products and software, with an understanding of these basics a land surveyor can easily get started in using this up and coming technology.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

  • Describe how sUAS will decrease costs and increase accuracy for land surveying
  • Explain important FAA regulations in operating sUAS for land surveying
  • Discuss sUAS operations for accuracy and repeatability
  • Describe the various equipment and sensors commercially available today

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a 20 question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies four (4) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.

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