1.1 Introduction to UAS

• Define what is an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) and Unmanned Aircraft (UA)
• Describe the different categories of UA and its operating principles:
  - Aeroplane
  - Rotorcraft (Multi-rotor, Helicopter)
  - Powered-Lift
  - Airship
• Explain the various applications of UAS (e.g. building inspection, agriculture, aerial mapping, surveillance etc.) and compare which category of UA is best suited for each application

1.2 UAS Components and Systems

• Describe major systems of UAS and how the systems are integrated with each other:
  - Power and Electrical System
  - Propulsion System
  - Flight Control and Navigation System
  - Command and Control (C2) System
  - Ground Control System (including different remote controller modes)
• Describe the functions of the different UAS components under each major system and compare the differences across the different categories of UA
• Describe the operation of the UAS C2 link:
  - Understand the importance of radio-line-of-sight
  - Identify the causes of radio interference and loss link
• Describe how to recognize and/or identify failed/damaged components (e.g. failed servo, propeller damage, etc.)