Module Details
Module Code: |
AVIO H3604 |
Module Title:
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UAS Technology
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Title:
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UAS Technology
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Cathal Nolan
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Module Author:: |
Gerard Gibbs
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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.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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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.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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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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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 10.00% |
Practical | 30.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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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.
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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 |
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Contact |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Practicals |
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Contact |
Working on a range of UAS platforms |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Independent Learning Time |
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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
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Douglas M. Marshall,Richard K. Barnhart. (2021), Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems, 2. CRC Press, p.520, [ISBN: 9780367366599].
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Mohammad Sadraey. (2017), Unmanned Aircraft Design, Morgan & Claypool Publishers, p.193, [ISBN: 9781681731698].
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Paul Fahlstrom,Thomas Gleason. (2012), Introduction to UAV Systems, Wiley, p.306, [ISBN: 9781119978664].
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The Journal of Unmanned Aerial Systems, Unmanned Aerial Systems,
| Other Resources |
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IAA. (2020), UAS legislation,
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Sesarju. (2020), U-space for drones, Sesarju,
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