Course Description: This course aims to equip narcotics officers with the crucial knowledge and abilities needed to effectively address the escalating threat posed by Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in drug trafficking and associated criminal activities. Upon completion, participants will possess a thorough understanding of the various ways UAS are being utilized, including their specific capabilities and inherent limitations. They will develop the critical skill of recognizing indicators of UAS activity within their operational environment, comprehend the complex legal and regulatory framework governing UAS operation and the implementation of counter-UAS measures. The course will emphasize the importance of identifying and potentially exploiting vulnerabilities in UAS operations for interdiction purposes. Ultimately, officers will understand how to seamlessly integrate CUAS strategies into their existing narcotics enforcement efforts, enhancing their overall operational effectiveness.
Topics covered in the CUAS Fundamentals course will include:
- Fundamentals of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology
- UAS types and capabilities
- Laws and regulations for UAS
- UAS applications for law enforcement
- Fundamentals of CUAS technology and processing