UAS Certification
Professional Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems
Certificate of Completion: 18 credits. Advising Guide
Career Description
The Professional Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) certificate is designed to prepare students for jobs that include the operation of a UAS to collect relevant data and photographs to inform an industry. These industries could include, agriculture, firefighting, public safety and many more. Career opportunities could be: UAS Operator, Flight Operations Manager, UAS Instructor, or Flight Test Operator to name a few.
Course of Study
The Professional Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) certificate addresses the fundamentals of UAS operation, including design, applications and FAA regulations. Photogrammetry and infrared cameras will be introduced and their relevance in real-world situations. Individuals who complete the certificate are prepared to sit for the part 107 Remote Pilot exam, Pix4D certification, and the Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Trusted Operator Program certification, levels 1-3.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of UAS systems and the laws and regulations governing airspace and safety.
- Demonstrate and execute tasks necessary to complete UAS operations and missions.
- Exemplify a high standard of ethical and professional behavior.
- Pass APSA - NIST certification exams.
- Develop and implement a business and operations plan for a UAS enterprise organization/venture.
- Apply an understanding of photogrammetric data workflow.
Prerequisites
- WR 115 Introduction to Expository Writing (4 credits) or IRW 115 Critical Reading and Writing (5 credits) or equivalent placement
- MTH 65 Beginning Algebra (4 credits) or equivalent placement
- Recommended: COMM 111Z Public Speaking (4 credits)
Course Map
Sequence shown is a recommended plan for full-time enrollment. Scheduling requirements may prevent all courses from being offered every term. Students must meet with an academic advisor to map their specific degree plan.
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| UAS 101 Introduction to Uncrewed Aircraft Systems | 5 credits |
| Total | 5 credits |
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| UAS 102 sUAS Aerial Photogrammetry | 4 credits |
| Total | 4 credits |
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| UAS 200 sUAS Professional Remote Pilot I | 5 credits |
| UAS 210 UAS Management | 4 credits |
| Total | 9 credits |
| Credit Summary | |
|---|---|
| Requirements | Credits |
| Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) | 18 |