Course detail: Urban Air Mobility System Development and Operations
This course examines the development and operations of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) as critical components for safely and efficiently transporting people and cargo in urban areas. Students will explore the FAA and NASA frameworks for integrating UAM operations into the National Airspace System (NAS), including the phases of initial, midterm, and mature UAM operations. Key topics covered include the role of autonomous systems in facilitating the safe integration of UAM passenger and cargo operations, as well as the contributions of government agencies, inter-agency working groups, UAM operators, infrastructure providers, eVTOL manufacturers, and communities in advancing UAM development and operations. Additionally, students will examine innovative strategies employed by industry leaders, academic institutions, and government organizations to integrate eVTOL aircraft and necessary infrastructure. The course also analyzes U.S. and global standards and regulations shaping UAM development and the operation of eVTOL aircraft within the NAS. Lastly, students will explore the essential role of vertiports, charging systems, and connectivity networks in enabling the safe and efficient integration of eVTOL aircraft into UAM operations. Throughout the course, students will engage in a comprehensive analysis of both current and future UAM system concepts, emphasizing the strategies and technologies that will drive the continued evolution of UAM.
Learning Objectives
Who Should Attend?
Engineering professionals who design and develop aircraft and related technology, specifically systems engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and aerospace engineers.
Course Fees
Early registration fee: $2,295 if you register and pay by the early registration deadline (45 days prior to the first day of class).
Regular registration fee: $2,495 if you register and pay after the early registration deadline.
Course Materials
Course materials, including outlines, presentation copies, and supplementary materials, will be accessible through Canvas, KU's online learning system. Instructions to access Canvas will be provided upon completed registration. Students are required to bring a computer or other electronic device with PDF-viewing capabilities with them to class each day. If you require accommodation contact us at professionalprograms@ku.edu and we will work with you on an accessible solution.
U.S. Federal Employee Discount: This course is that you cannot register using our online system when requesting this available to U.S. federal employees at 10% off the registration fee. To receive the federal employee discount, you must enter the code FGVT116 during the checkout process. Please note that you must validate your eligibility to receive this discount by entering your U.S. government email address (ending in .gov or .mil) when creating your online registration profile. This discount is available for both the early registration and regular registration fees.
Canada Department of National Defence Discount
This course is available to Canada DND employees at 10% off the registration fee. Please contact the DND Procurement Authority (DAP 2-3) for details. Please note that you cannot register using our online system when requesting this discount. This discount is available for both the early registration and regular registration fees.
Certificate Track
Unmanned Aircraft (UA)
Classroom hours / CEUs
28 classroom hours
2.8 CEUs
Course Accessibility
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in University of Kansas educational offerings. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in our Aerospace Short Courses, please email jayhawkglobal@ku.edu or call 785-864-6779 at least three weeks before the first day of the event.
Please note: If you are attending an Aerospace Short Course onsite at your place of employment, please contact your company's training coordinator for accommodation requests.
AERO0740 Course Information and Outline (PDF Document)