Unmanned Aerial Systems UAS.S.AAS

Associate of Applied Science - 61 - 63 Credit Hours

Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering
Department: Aviation Technology
Effective as of Fall 2018

What is the program about?

The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) degree program prepares students for entry level positions in the UAS industry by providing foundational knowledge and skills in UAS mission planning, applications, maintenance, laws and regulations, and data analytics, and project management using UAS platforms. Program content includes an introduction to UAS flight, history, avionics, sensors, communications systems and selectable paths including Data Analysis and applications such as First Responders, Geographic Information Systems, and Precision Agriculture. Students will prepare for and conduct unmanned flights similar to those commonly performed in the industry observing Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA) regulations that govern UAS operations.

Program Outcomes

• Apply knowledge of rules and regulations governing Unmanned Aerial Systems applications and operations in the National Airspace.
• Demonstrate and execute tasks necessary to complete Unmanned Aerial Systems operations. This includes decision-making, data collections, data analysis, maintenance, mission planning, pre-flight and post flight briefing, navigating, crew resource management, command and control, and recovery of the Unmanned Aerial System.
• Plan and execute mission strategies in regards to First Responder applications, Precision Agriculture and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Career Opportunities

The Sinclair unmanned aerial systems Associate of Applied Science degree will produce graduates who will serve the immediate Dayton area, broader region, and nationally. Graduates of the associate degree program from Sinclair Community College will contribute to filling the current and growing need within the state of Ohio and nation for unmanned aerial systems related applications such as Geographic Information, Data Analytics, First Responders and Precision Agriculture.

Transferability

Formal articulation agreements with other colleges and universities indicate how Sinclair programs and courses will transfer to other institutions.