Using Drones in Construction
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
8:30 am – 4:00 pm CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Chris Wassam
Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in Construction
- Uses for UAS in construction
- Mapping
- Monitor progress
- Site reconnaissance
- Improve safety
- Types of UAS
- Economics of using UAS
- In-house vs. outsource UAS
UAS Regulation, Risk and Liability
- Federal and state regulation of drones
- FAA remote pilot certification
- Potential liability risks
- Commercial drone insurance
Construction Site Mapping with UAS
- Area and topographic mapping, calculating cut-and-fill
- Software and processes
- Process
- Data analysis and applications
Using UAS to Monitor Progress and Quality
- Monitoring use of equipment and personnel
- Monitoring construction progress
- Quality control
- Software and processes
Using UAS to Monitor Safety and Security
- Using UAS to modify safety of construction personnel, visitors and the public
- Using UAS to maintain site security
- Software and processes
Post-Construction: Using UAS to Conduct Periodic Structural Inspections
- High-risk inspections
- UAS inspection capabilities
- Software and processes
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Credits
Engineers
6.5 PDHs
Architects
6.5 CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.5 Elective LUs
Landscape Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours
LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
6.5 HSW PDHs
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Speakers
Chris Wassam
Founder and Chief Drone Pilot of Aerial Ops Drone Services and a Part 107 FAA Certified PilotMr. Wassam is the Founder and Chief Drone Pilot of Aerial Ops Drone Services and a Part 107 FAA Certified Pilot with more than 25 years of experience in professional photography, video production, and visual documentation. He specializes in delivering accurate, mission-specific aerial data and high-impact imagery for commercial construction, infrastructure, quarry, and corporate projects. Mr. Wassam combines advanced UAS operations, including progress documentation, mapping, 2D orthomosaics, 3D modeling, and site analysis, with professional-grade software to produce actionable data—not just visuals. His approach is grounded in a strong understanding of jobsite workflows, safety considerations, and decision-making requirements for project managers and engineers. In addition to his drone expertise, Mr. Wassam brings a unique technical perspective from an extensive background as a decorative artist and specialty contractor, working closely with architects, designers, and top building contractors on residential and commercial projects. This hands-on construction experience allows him to communicate effectively with field teams and deliver aerial products that align with real-world construction needs. By integrating technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and visual clarity, he helps clients reduce risk, improve efficiency, and gain better insight into their projects through aerial intelligence.
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Course Title: Using Drones in Construction
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This courses examines unmanned aircraft system (UAS) usage in construction, applicable federal and state regulations, potential liability risks, construction site mapping, monitoring construction progress, safety and quality, and post-construction structural inspections.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to describe the applications of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones in construction, including site mapping, site reconnaissance, monitoring progress, and improve worker safety.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to reference federal and state regulation of drones, discuss FAA remote pilot certification procedures, potential risks associated with drone usage, and available commercial drone insurance.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to explain the benefits of using UAS technology to monitor the construction progress, maintain safe site conditions, and to ensure project quality standards.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to explain how drones can be used to conduct post-construction inspections in cases that present high-risks to inspection officials or design/construction personnel.
LUs: 3.0
LU Type: LU|Elective
Prerequisites: Familiarity with construction site management and safety
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 03/04/2027
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