Module Title: | UAS Technology |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Teaching & Learning Strategies: |
A combination of lectures, class discussion, tutorial, laboratory exercises and demonstrations will be used. Emphasis will be placed on active learning including problem / project bases learning |
Module Aim: |
Students will develop an operational knowledge in maintenance, propulsion, communication and instrumentation associated with unmanned aerial systems (UAS) This module prepares students with the knowledge to determine and identify basic technical problems associated with unmanned aerial systems.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
LO1 |
Inspect UAS platforms for material and electrical defects. |
LO2 |
Describe small UAS design, components and current applications |
LO3 |
Plan and execute, in a safe and ethical manner, small UAS missions in order to collect, process and analyse data. |
LO4 |
Evaluate the maintenance of UAS systems including ground control stations, and support equipment. |
LO5 |
Apply technical knowledge in understanding the interaction between the various sensors that make up the sensor suite fitted to UAS platforms and the role of detect and avoid technology for UAS. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. |
No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. |
No requirements listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Introduction to UAS systems
Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), applications and examples. Line of sight and beyond line of sight operation. Components of a typical UAS rotary and fixed wing system.
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Avionics and navigation systems
Core avionics, architecture, flight control, GPS navigation, health monitoring, guidance , first person view and propulsion systems. Detect and avoid techniques. Mission systems sensors, UAS installation and integration.
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Mission control and data communications
Ground command segment, control station, take off / launch support system, landing and recovery. Air / ground communication and data links. UAS loading and payload considerations. Maintenance of UAS and documentation. Ethical, safety and regulatory requirements when maintaining and flying UAS missions.
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 10.00% |
Practical | 30.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
Continuous Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Examination |
Students will sit an examination during the module. |
1,2,3,4,5 |
10.00 |
Week 6 |
Practical |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Practical/Skills Evaluation |
The student will complete a number of practical assignments during the delivery of the module and produce a report on each assignment. |
1,2,3,4,5 |
30.00 |
Every Week |
End of Module Formal Examination |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Formal Exam |
The written examination at the end of the module will evaluate the extent of the students knowledge of the learning outcomes. |
1,2,3,4,5 |
60.00 |
End-of-Semester |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
Practicals |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
Independent Learning Time |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.13 |
Total Hours |
125.00 |
Module Delivered In
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