Explore Our Drone Courses

Middle School, High School, and JROTC
Simple. Affordable. Engaging.
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Exploring Drones: More than a Toy

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When we think of drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the first thing that usually comes to mind is the weapon of war or the little cheap toy that gets stuck on the roof or in the bushes.

This course is designed to expand that image and help learners see drones and drone technology from a more complete perspective.

Students taking this course will:
  • Explore the history and timeline of UAVs
  • The science and models currently in use
  • The plethora of ways they are being used in different careers other than the military.

Exploring Drones is a two unit course designed for 4-5th grade students.
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Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

 
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Always wanted to explore the sky at incredible heights?

This high school level course will teach you all you need to know to become a UAS pilot!

You will learn about:
  • Aerodynamics,
  • Regulations governing flight, aviation weather, navigation, and the
  • The piloting skills required to be a proficient aviator.


These skills can help you become a pilot using drones for various commercial or recreational uses.
Take to the skies with us and learn what it takes to become an UAS pilot! 
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Become a Drone Pilot: An Introduction to UAS

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This course is designed to help students learn about drones and how they can be both fun and educational.

One of the priorities of this course is that students will earn their FAA Recreational Pilot’s Certificate also known as the TRUST certificate on day 5 of the course.

Students can ultimately go on to earn their FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot’s license. It is a 10 module (10 day) mini course.
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 Introduction to Aerial Photography

 
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Want to take your photography and videography skills to new heights?

This course will teach you all you need to know to become an aerial photographer using Unmanned Aircraft Systems!

You will learn about:
  • UAS operation basics
  • Piloting skills
  • FAA regulations
  • Photography skills and videography techniques 
  • Editing systems, and all you need to become a commercial aerial photographer.

The tools you will learn in this course will help you become proficient and professional in your aerial photography endeavors. Explore a new photography mode with us and learn what it takes to become an aerial photographer! 
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Forces of Flight

 
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Have you always been fascinated with the science behind flight?

This course will teach you about the natural forces that impact aircraft flight.

Topics you will learn: 
  • Bernoulli’s Principle
  • Aerodynamic stability
  • Center of gravity
  • Axes of rotation
  • The four main forces of flight
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Introduction to Aviation & Aerospace
  

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Love the sky? Love flying?

Aerospace workers have the skills and knowledge to pilot and fly the skies or to solve technological problems with a deep understanding of the impact of aerospace technologies on our everyday lives. 
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Drones in Emergency & Military Service

 
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Are you interested in how drones are used within emergency and military operations?

This course will delve into the most common uses of drones within multiple branches of the United States military.

It will also discuss how first responders utilize drone technology within:
  • Firefighting
  • Emergency medical services 
  • Law enforcement operations.
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Drone Safety

 
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Safety should always be the primary goal of any pilot, regardless of the aircraft type.

This course will help instill safe flight operating procedures while equipping remote pilots with tools to help mitigate risk in their drone flight endeavors.

This course will provide excellent checklist resources for pilots, such as:
  • IM SAFE and 3p’s checklist
  • How to properly pre-flight your aircraft to ensure airworthiness before take-off

Increase your safe flight practices with the drone safety course! 
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Drones in Construction & Transportation

 
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Are you interested in how drones are used in construction and transportation?

This dynamic course explores the predominant uses of unmanned aircraft systems within the professional
construction and transportation industries.

It highlights the many ways drones have changed construction and transportation daily operations and how future drone technologies will continue revolutionizing industries.
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Start Your Drone Program Today

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Unlock the Power of Drones in the Classroom

Our standard package includes everything you need to get started.
Our license is per school so every teacher in every class can use the curriculum.
The package includes:
  • Two Exo Drone X7 Ranger Plus drones
  • Two vouchers for teachers to complete the online Part 107 test preparation course, and a comprehensive 10-day curriculum.
Our curriculum is designed to help your students earn the TRUST certificate and gain valuable hands-on experience with drone technology.
 
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Seamless Integration with Schoology and Canvas

Our drone education program has been designed with ease of integration in mind.
We understand that schools and districts use a variety of learning management systems, which is why our program has been optimized for seamless integration into Schoology, Canvas, and Blackboard. We also provide an option for Google Classroom.
This means that educators can quickly and easily incorporate our program into their existing curriculum, providing students with a well-rounded education on the use of drones and their real-world applications.
 
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Middle School, High School, & JROTC
Our K-12 drone program is the perfect fit for middle school, high school, and JROTC students.
With a comprehensive curriculum designed in collaboration with drone experts and real-world pilots, our program offers hands-on learning opportunities and real-world applications of drone technology.
Students will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the fast-growing field of drone technology, all while meeting the requirements set forth by the FAA.
 
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Designed for Real-World Applications

Our program is designed to ensure that your students receive a well-rounded and comprehensive education on the use of drones.
This was developed in collaboration with drone experts and unmanned pilots to determine the best content, and how it would best be administered.
This unique program is designed for middle school students, providing them with hands-on learning opportunities and real-world applications of drone technology while meeting the requirements of the FAA to receive a TRUST certificate.