Module Details

Module Code: AVIO H3604
Module Title: UAS Technology
Title: UAS Technology
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Gerard Gibbs
Domains:  
Module Description: 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.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
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.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
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.
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.
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.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment10.00%
Practical30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Students will sit an examination during the module.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The student will complete a number of practical assignments during the delivery of the module and produce a report on each assignment.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The written examination at the end of the module will evaluate the extent of the students knowledge of the learning outcomes.
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Practicals Contact Working on a range of UAS platforms 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Students will develop their understanding of the module based on self and problem base learning.No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 5.13 77
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Douglas M. Marshall,Richard K. Barnhart. (2021), Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems, 2. CRC Press, p.520, [ISBN: 9780367366599].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Mohammad Sadraey. (2017), Unmanned Aircraft Design, Morgan & Claypool Publishers, p.193, [ISBN: 9781681731698].
  • Paul Fahlstrom,Thomas Gleason. (2012), Introduction to UAV Systems, Wiley, p.306, [ISBN: 9781119978664].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
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