Program Code: UAS.S.CRT • Credit Hours: 32-34
Description
The Unmanned Aerial Systems One Year Technical Certificate prepares students with the foundational knowledge and skills related to Unmanned Aerial System technology, tools, and applications needed to support industry as a pilot/operator, visual observer, ancillary ground crew member, or data analyst while following applicable laws, regulations, and standards governing operations in the National Airspace System. Students may choose one of the four specialization options including Precision Agriculture, First Responders, Geographic Information Systems, or Aerial Sensing Data Analysis.
Career Opportunities
The rapid growth of the Unmanned Aerial Systems industry has created many new and expanded career opportunities for those pursuing a career in civil and commercial applications of the technology. Major opportunities exist in the areas of Precision Agriculture, First Responders, Geographic Information Systems, and Aerial Sensing Data Analysis. There is current and expanding industry demand for personnel with capabilities in Unmanned Aerial System operations, maintenance and data analysis.
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