Minimum of 18 credit hours
The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Certificate will equip students with the skillset required to operate aerial vehicles (drones) along with other types of unmanned vehicles. Students will receive hands-on experience in the classroom and in the field. Students will learn how to fly safely in the National Airspace while abiding by current regulations. The potential commercial uses of unmanned aerial vehicles are endless, to include aerial photography and video, search and rescue, disaster response, digital mapping, photogrammetry, remote sensing and many others.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Type | Min GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | ||||
| CAT 1113 | Unmanned Vehicle Systems | 3 | Major | |
| CAT UAS SUPP ELEC | Unmanned Aerial Systems Support Electives | 3 | Support | |
| Term 2 | ||||
| CAT 1133 | Airspace and Regulations | 3 | Major | |
| CAT UAS SUPP ELEC | Unmanned Aerial Systems Support Electives | 3 | Support | |
| Term 3 | ||||
| CAT 1123 | UVS Operations | 3 | Major | |
| CAT UAS SUPP ELEC | Unmanned Aerial Systems Support Electives | 3 | Support | |
Students will be introduced to the history, missions, capabilities, types, configurations, subsystems, and the disciplines needed for UVS development and operation.
Prerequisites: Math 0103 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measure
Credits: 3
Students will demonstrate the proper way to operate Unmanned Vehicle Systems. This includes pre-mission check list, missing planning and logging, safety/liability consideration and emergency procedures. Students will be working in the field and in the classroom conducting simulated and real life missions.
Prerequisites: CAT 1113
Credits: 3
The course will examine the components and objectives of the National Airspace System. Emphasis will be placed on regulations pertaining to UAS flight operations.
Prerequisites: Math 0203 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
Nine credit hours chosen from the following approved support courses: Any CAT, CS, DCP, or ENGR Course or choose from any of the following DMD courses: DMD-1153, DMD-2143, DMD-2153, DMD-2163, DMD-2253, DMD-2533, DMD-2633, DMD-2733, DMD-2783, or other courses may be approved by the program faculty advisor.
Credits: 9
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