Drone Applications for Marine and Environmental Research Certificate
Division: Technology and Engineering
PROGRAM CODE: 2C46116
The Drone Applications for Marine and Environmental Research Certificate equips students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to utilize drones in marine and coastal environments effectively. This program explores the innovative use of drone technology in marine biology, coastal environmental monitoring, and ecological research. This certificate requires a total of 19-21 units. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (15 units): | ||
| BIOL 141 F | Marine Mammal Biology and Conservation | 3 |
| BIOL 222 F | Marine Biology | 3 |
| DRON 105 F | Applied Drone Piloting | 3 |
| DRON 145 F | Beginning ROV Piloting | 3 |
| ESC 130 F | Introduction to Oceanography | 3 |
| or ESC 130HF | Honors Introduction to Oceanography | |
| Restricted Electives (4-6 units): | 4-6 | |
| Infrared Thermal Imaging Level 1 | 2 | |
| Aerial Mapping and Photogrammetry | 3 | |
| Introduction to LiDAR Acquisition | 3 | |
| Geology and Marine Biology of the Channel Islands | 2 | |
| Introduction to Climate Science | 3 | |
| Coastal Oceanography | 3 | |
| Total Units | 19-21 | |
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Evaluate environmental data collected through drone operations to identify patterns and propose solutions for coastal ecosystem challenges.
Outcome 2: Employ drone systems to effectively capture and analyze data for use in marine biological or environmental research.
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