Drone Aviation and Geospatial Lab (MAP 140)

Term: 2025-2026 Spring Semester

Faculty

Devon Russell
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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 1:30 PM - 3:20 PM (1/12/2026 - 5/7/2026) Location: MIT NTRC 228

Description

This hands-on course immerses students in the practical application of geospatial technologies, integrating Drones, CAD, GIS, GPS, surveying/mapping, 3D modeling, and video editing into collaborative, real-world projects. The course emphasizes interdisciplinary workflows and cutting-edge tools to solve complex spatial problems and produce professional-grade deliverables.

Students will engage in every stage of a geospatial project, from data collection using GPS devices and drone flights to data integration and visualization with CAD, GIS, and 3D modeling software. They will also learn to communicate results effectively through video editing and multimedia storytelling, showcasing the full lifecycle of geospatial analysis.