Unmanned Aerial Systems UAS.S.AAS

Associate of Applied Science - 61 Credit Hours

Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering
Department: Aviation Technology
Effective as of Fall 2017

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 management using UAS platforms. Program content includes an introduction to UAS flight, history, avionics, sensors, communications systems and selectable paths to various applications such as First Responders, Geospatial 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 the UAS industry.

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, 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).

Transferability

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