CSE 196ASummer Drone-Intensive Training, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and STEAM Careers
Builds skills in three main areas: (1) professionalism and career development through intensive drone training that includes FAA certification, technical competence and ethical awareness; (2) innovation and entrepreneurship skills to scope, identify, and validate new ideas, concepts, and knowledge while applying drone technology to real-world problems and applications; and (3) communication, impact, and dissemination to clearly present and articulate the scope and significance of your work. Together, these areas will bolster your ability to apply drone technologies to a wide range of professional contexts and research. Enrollment is by permission of the instructor. (Formerly CSE 188, Drone Intensive Training Program.)
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When it runs
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Field Studies | TBA | TBD In Person | K. Obraczka | Closed 13/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katia Obraczka | 3.3 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 0% | 2 |
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