Walkersville High – Drone Capstone

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of unmanned aircraft systems. Topics include: small unmanned aircraft systems regulations, airspace classification and operating requirements, flight restrictions affecting small unmanned aircraft operation, safety protocols, weight and balance, operating environments, aviation weather sources and effects of weather (micro-meteorology) on small unmanned aircraft performance, small unmanned aircraft loading and performance, emergency procedures, and crew resource management. Students will be prepared to complete the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification upon completion of this course. Career and Technology Center All programs at the CTC require: Student shadowing and application process. See your counselor. Students may be required to purchase attire representative of their profession. Specific information regarding the uniforms and costs will be included in the summer supply letter. Completers: • AOHP - Dental Assisting • AOHP – Medical Assisting • AOHP – Nursing • AOHP – Physical Rehabilitation • Agri-Business • Agricultural and Commercial Metals • Technology (Welding) • Automotive Body/Collision Repair and Refinishing • Automotive Technology • Biomedical Sciences (PLTW) • Carpentry • Cisco Cyber Security • Cisco Networking Academy • Cisco Operating Systems • Cosmetology • Culinary Arts • Digital Design and Printing Methods (Print Ed) • Electricity • Engineering (PLTW) Aerospace • Environmental Landscape Design and Management • Homeland Security/Criminal Justice • HVACR/Plumbing • Teacher Academy of Maryland • Television/Multimedia Production Academy of Health Professions Completer Program Students have three specialization options: Nursing Assistant, Clinical Medical Assisting, or Physical Rehabilitation. These courses prepare students for entry-level healthcare certification and college programs. Offered only at the Career & Technology Center.