Drone Photography and Videography (class outline)
Learn to plan, fly, shoot, and edit aerial photos and videos using small uncrewed aircraft systems. Explore recreational and professional applications, including aerial imaging regulations and post-processing software and AI-generated elements. This course is offered via unrecorded Zoom Meetings and PowerPoint handouts.
- Week 1 – Introduction, Regulations, Social Considerations
- Week 2 – Hobbyist and Commercial Applications, Drones, Equipment
- Week 3 – Photography and Videography Mission Planning, Composition, Cinematic Shots
- Week 4 – Photo and Video Editing
Online resources are provided for photography, videography, and professional UAS operations.
Weather permitting, the class may participate in flight training that covers safety procedures, pre-flight inspection, basic maneuvers, programmed flight modes, and professional operations. Flight training drones are provided.