Hobart
This unit is offered in the Winter, Spring and Summer teaching periods.
Enrolments for each availability are capped at 12. If you are unable to enrol because the quota has been reached, please contact the unit co-ordinator - darren.turner@utas.edu.au
Also, elective spaces may be available – please contact the Unit Coordinator if you have the pre-requisite (KGG102) and wish to enrol in KGG300 as an elective.
Note: For the summer session the teaching pattern is on-line, self-paced, pre-learning from Jan 2nd followed by intensive, face-to-face, on-campus teaching and assessment from 29th January 2024 - 9th Feb 2024.
Introduction
This unit is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to become a certified drone pilot. The unit consists of three components: CASA RePL theory, drone flight training, and using drones for geospatial mapping. You will learn about basic aviation, multi-rotor systems and functionality, mission preparation and planning, aerodynamics, navigation, meteorology, human factors, and maintenance. You will also learn how to fly a drone safely and proficiently, and how to use drones for geospatial mapping. The unit will have three assessments: CASA RePL theory and Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC) exam, drone flight test demonstrating safe and proficient drone flying skills, and drone flight planning for geospatial mapping with an RGB camera, camera settings for mapping, and production of a 3D point cloud and orthomosaic with photogrammetric software. Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be CASA-certified for RePL operations.
Summary
| Unit name | Drone Mapping and Pilot Certification |
| Unit code | KGG300 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Darren Turner |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
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- Key:
- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Spring school | 26/10/2025 | 10/11/2025 | 3/12/2025 | 10/1/2026 |
| Winter school | 1/6/2025 | 9/6/2025 | 22/6/2025 | 12/7/2025 |
| Summer school | 31/12/2024 | 12/1/2025 | 27/1/2025 | 22/2/2025 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain basic aerodynamics, aircraft systems, air law, operational planning, and meteorology in the context of drone piloting.
- Conduct drone flying activities in a professional manner.
- Use radio communications procedures considering appropriate CASA regulations.
- Plan a drone flight for geospatial mapping in a real-world scenario.
- Produce a 3D point cloud and orthomosaic using photogrammetric software.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| 031103 | $1,164.00 | $1,164.00 | not applicable | $3,239.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
KGG102Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Three sessions of intensive delivery per year. Per delivery:
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| Assessment | Drone Flight Test (20%)|CASA RePL Theory and Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC) Exam (40%)|Geospatial Mapping with a Drone (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
CASA remote pilot licence (RePL) theory - supplied as part of the unit. |
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