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Drone Pilot and Videographer | Kara Murphy

Season 8 Episode 804 | 2m 00s

Callan’s knowledge of STEM flies to new heights thanks to Drone Pilot and Videographer Kara Murhpy! Drones are used for aerial photography, mapping, inspections, surveillance, search and rescue operations, and more. Callan visits Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she gets to operate a drone for the first time, getting a full picture of the physics and engineering that power these unmanned aircrafts.

Aired: 05/11/24
Original production funding for Curious About Careers was provided by Capital Area College Access Network and United Way South Central Michigan.
Extras
Olivia gets a taste for food science research and development at JIFFY with Jade Heslip!
Callan “digs” into a career in archaeology and anthropology with Stacey Camp!
Genesis explores infrastructure design and construction with Civil Engineer Tula Ngasala!
Genesis gets a “kick” learning the physics of Tang Soo Do with Master Quiana Powell!
Janellyn learns about the lifesaving technology of Nano-Biosensors!
Janellyn looks back at her exciting adventures exploring STEM-related careers!
Janellyn has an “energizing” tour with Power and Water Plant Director, Sherri Jett!
Genesis learns how STEM is integral to transition services for the visually impaired.
Genesis dives into exploring marine archaeology with Melanie Damour!

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