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Other requisites

There are no pre-requisites for this course other than a high level of interest in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle applications that is appropriate for a professional in the aviation industry.
Students are required to have access to a personal computer, e-mail capabilities and internet access to UConnect. Current details of computer requirements can be found at .

Rationale

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), also referred to as ‘drones’ appear to be gaining much traction in the commercial sector. The proliferation and diversity in applications of UAVs has created a paradigm shift in air transportation, and paved a pathway for a new area for research across a range of disciplines. Additionally, the dramatic growth of UAVs in civil society has uncovered significant challenges imposed on UAV operators, the commercial air transport sector, air traffic control, government policy-makers and highlighted a range of socio-political risks. The significant technological and engineering discoveries have created far-reaching applications for UAVs. Their high mobility, versatility and effect of use in environments considered dangerous to humans, combined with the efficiency in reducing operating time, makes them a practical tool for a variety of tasks.

The challenge for aviation professionals and government officials is how to establish this new and emerging air transport vehicle while protecting the vitality of the industry and the freedom of the community. Business leaders, government officials, and the travelling public would prefer a ‘silver bullet’ to resolve the issues associated with planning and implementing UAV related applications into the current air transport regulatory regime. In reality, air transport and UAV operations are a complex and highly dynamic system, which requires the consideration of appropriate policies, strategies, tools, and processes. This course aims to provide students with a broad understanding of the emerging applications of UAVs and consider the complexities of UAV implementation while equipping them with the appropriate skills necessary for their future careers in the air transport industry.

Synopsis

Students will be introduced to the contemporary challenges impacting on UAV operations and applicable to the air transport industry. They will develop a sound understanding of the applications and technologies of UAV operations. While examining the genesis of UAV applications relating to civil air transport, students will explore the political, and economic impacts on society and air transport. They will gain an in-depth knowledge of human factors and labour markets associated with UAV implementation, and develop the skills necessary to address future safety risks. Also, relevant national and international legislation and regulation associated with UAV applications are explained.

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Assessment details

Important assessment information

1. Attendance requirements:
   
   There are no attendance requirements for this course. However, it is the students' responsibility to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
   
   
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   
   To satisfactorily complete an individual assessment item a student must achieve at least 50% of the marks for that item.
   
   
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   
   Students should refer to the Assessment Procedure (point 4.2.4)
   
   
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   
   To be assured of receiving a passing grade a student must achieve at least 50% of the total weighted marks available for the course
   
   
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the aggregate of the weighted marks obtained for each of the summative items for the course.
   
   
6. Examination information:
   
   There is no examination in this course.
   
   
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   
   Not applicable.
   
   
8. ¾«¶«´«Ã½app Student Policies:
   
   Students should read the USQ policies: Definitions, Assessment and Student Academic Misconduct to avoid actions which might contravene ¾«¶«´«Ã½app policies and practices. These policies can be found at .
   
   

Assessment notes

1. Referencing in assignments must comply with the APA referencing system. This system should be used by students to format details of the information sources they have cited in their work. The APA style to be used is defined by the USQ library's referencing guide. This guide can be found at .
   
   

Evaluation and benchmarking

In meeting the ¾«¶«´«Ã½app's aims to establish quality learning and teaching for all programs, this course monitors and ensures quality assurance and improvements in at least two ways. This course:

conforms to the USQ Policy on Evaluation of Teaching, Courses and Programs to ensure ongoing monitoring and systematic improvement.
forms part of the Masters of Aviation, Graduate Certificate of Aviation, Graduate Diploma of Aviation and is benchmarked against the internal USQ accreditation/reaccreditation processes which include (i) stringent standards in the independent accreditation of its academic programs, (ii) close integration between business and academic planning, and (iii)regular and rigorous review.