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Drone Photography and Videography (class outline)

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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.

2023 Student Video Technique Samples