For years, knowing how to code was seen as something that could help a student and job applicant set themselves apart. A new skill seems to be moving into that space: drone piloting.
At Carroll University, students can now for the first time minor in aviation science and unmanned aircraft systems.
Director of Aviation Sciences Michael Mortensen said a feasibility study was conducted to assess how having a drone pilot license on their resume could set Carroll graduates apart. He got his license the first day it became available in Wisconsin.
“The companies out there are seeing a use with drone technologies,” he said. “You’re starting to see engineering companies form drone divisions.”
“It’s nascent technology and it’s starting to grow. I’m seeing more and more positions open up.”
In class Thursday, Mortensen held a drone in his hand and showed the sensors that can be mounted underneath to gather data and measure whatever metrics students might choose. Students will learn a bit about 3D modeling so they can build platforms for the drone sensors and print them in the library — they’ll also utilize the MIT App Inventor to design a mobile app displaying the data their drones pick up.
Continue reading: https://www.gmtoday.com/business/carroll-university-unveils-drone-piloting-minor/article_4e93e0ba-2529-11ec-8b0e-435d44b84d05.html
At Carroll University, students can now for the first time minor in aviation science and unmanned aircraft systems.
Director of Aviation Sciences Michael Mortensen said a feasibility study was conducted to assess how having a drone pilot license on their resume could set Carroll graduates apart. He got his license the first day it became available in Wisconsin.
“The companies out there are seeing a use with drone technologies,” he said. “You’re starting to see engineering companies form drone divisions.”
“It’s nascent technology and it’s starting to grow. I’m seeing more and more positions open up.”
In class Thursday, Mortensen held a drone in his hand and showed the sensors that can be mounted underneath to gather data and measure whatever metrics students might choose. Students will learn a bit about 3D modeling so they can build platforms for the drone sensors and print them in the library — they’ll also utilize the MIT App Inventor to design a mobile app displaying the data their drones pick up.
Continue reading: https://www.gmtoday.com/business/carroll-university-unveils-drone-piloting-minor/article_4e93e0ba-2529-11ec-8b0e-435d44b84d05.html
