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Middle School: Sky Explorers The Drone

CSE-90217


Drone Explorers: Take Flight with Technology!

This introductory drone technology course introduces middle school students to the fundamentals of unmanned aerial systems, basic aerodynamics, and safe flight operations. Students learn how drones generate lift, thrust, and stability while practicing pre-flight checks and guided maneuvering. Emphasis is placed on safety, teamwork, responsible use, and real-world applications in emergency response, agriculture, media, and logistics. By course completion, students demonstrate basic flight skillsets.

 

What you'll learn

  • Operate a drone in simulated and real-world flight contexts while adhering to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
  • Apply foundational principles of aerodynamics and drone control to plan stable flights under varying conditions.
  • Complete structured drone flight missions with accuray and efficiency based on define mission objectives and evaluation criteria.
  • Collaborate with peers to plan, coordinate complex drone operations, building communication and teamwork skills used in real drone programs.
  • Analyze real-world industry scenarios to identify current and emerging applications of drone technology across multiple sectors. 
  • Design a drone-powered solution to a real community or environmental challenge, using data, research, and strategic decision making.

Course Information

In-Person
2.50 units
$525.00

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Section ID:

198540

Class type:

This is a traditional classroom setting.

All class meetings held in-person according to published location, dates and times. Students may be expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/29/2026
  • 1st meeting mandatory
  • Early enrollment advised
  • No visitors permitted
  • Pre-enrollment required

Note:

Course Location: Wangenheim Middle School 9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego, CA 92126 In-person, full day program runs 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Lunchtime is from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Students must bring their own lunch each day.

Schedule:

Date Day Start End Location
7/13/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Room 411, Wangenheim Middle School, 9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego
7/14/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Room 411, Wangenheim Middle School, 9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego
7/15/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Room 411, Wangenheim Middle School, 9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego
7/16/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Room 411, Wangenheim Middle School, 9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego
7/17/2026 Fri 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Room 411, Wangenheim Middle School, 9230 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego
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Instructor: Jayton Harps

Jayton Harps
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