Course curriculum

  • 1

    Module One - RBAK Basic Aviation Knowledge

    • Introduction - Module One

    • Topic One – Direction of Flight and Wind

    • Topic Two - Time

    • Topic Three - Units of Measurement

    • Topic Four - Energy

    • Topic Five - Aerodynamics, Weight and Balance

    • Topic Six – Lift and Drag

    • Topic Seven – Propellers and Rotors

    • Topic Eight – Principles of Operation - Flight Control

    • Topic Nine – Principles of Operation - Remote Pilot Station
  • 2

    Module Two - RACP Airspace, charts and aeronautical publications

    • Introduction - Module Two

    • AIP Document and Chart Descriptions

    • Visual Terminal Chart Download

    • Topic One - Airspace

    • Topic Two - Obtaining Information or Approval

    • Topic Three - NOTAMS

    • Topic Four - Form of the Earth, Aeronautical Charts and Maps

    • NOTAM Data Quality Requirements for UAV Operators Version 7
  • 3

    Module Three - RBMO Basic Meteorology

    • Introduction - Module Three

    • Topic One - Weather Phenomena

    • Topic Two - Weather Observations

    • Topic Three - Aeronautical Forecasts

    • Aerodrome Forecast (TAF)

    • Forecast Terminology - VFRG

    • Dust Devil

    • Updraft at Dam Wall
  • 4

    Module Four - REES Electrical and Electronic Systems

    • Introduction - Module Four

    • Topic One - Electrical Terms

    • Topic Two - Functions of Electrical Components

    • Topic Three - Electric Motors

    • Topic Four - Batteries

    • Topic Five - Battery Charging

    • Lithium Battery Thermal Runaway

    • Lithium battery Fire from Impact Strike

    • Topic Six - Battery Limitations

    • Topic Seven - Electromagnetic Radiation

    • Topic Eight - GNSS

    • Topic Nine - Electromagnetic Signal Reliability & Hazards

    • Download These Files
  • 5

    Module Five - RHPF Human Performance

    • Introduction - Module Five

    • Topic One - General Information

    • Airmanship Explained

    • Topic Two - Basic Health

    • Topic Three - Vision, Spacial Disorientation, Illusions

    • Managing Your Flight Safely

    • Topic Four - Stress in Relation to Operating RPA

    • Topic Five - Threat and Error Management

    • Topic Six - Coordinating Crew

    • Download - Human Factors - The Dirty Dozen
  • 6

    Module Six - RKOP RPAS Knowledge - Operations and Procedures

    • Introduction - Module Six

    • Topic One – General Operations

    • Topic Two – Risk Assessment

    • Topic Three – Airworthiness - General

    • Topic Four – Role Equipment

    • Topic Five - Incident Reporting

    • Topic Six – Abnormal Operations

    • Bird Attack 1

    • Bird Attack - 2

    • Topic Seven – Fail Safe Procedures and Emergency Actions

    • Return to Home - Obstacle Avoidance Active

    • Topic Eight – Operation of RPA Near Aerodrome

    • Topic Nine – RPA above 400 ft AGL

    • Topic Ten - Tether Operations

    • Tether Operations

    • RPA Basic Components
  • 7

    Module Seven - RORA Operational Rules & Air Law

    • Introduction - Module Seven

    • Topic One - Aviation Legislation & Information

    • Topic Two – Remote Pilot License
  • 8

    Module Eight - RAFM Automated Flight

    • Introduction - Module Eight

    • Topic One – General Use of Automated Flight Systems
  • 9

    RPAS & Privacy Considerations

    • Privacy Reforms