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Dec 17, 2024
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2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Certificate
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Bob Watrel, Department Head
Department of Geography and Geospatial Sciences
109 Wecota Hall
605-688-4511
Program Information
The certificate in Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Certificate will provide a credential to students and/or individuals who have demonstrated competency in the planning and operation of UAS. The certificate will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to apply this technology to a field of study or field of work. This certificate will also provide the knowledge necessary to attain the FAA Part 107 small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems license. UAS is a technology with many applications, some of which include remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), precision agriculture, construction, resource management, engineering, cinematography, and emergency services.
Course Delivery Format
The program includes lecture, discussion, laboratory research, fieldwork, and with limited online coursework.
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Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Uncrewed Aircraft Systems certificate, graduates will be able to:
- Describe small UAS design, component and current applications.
- Describe and apply small UAS laws, safety and ethical considerations.
- Demonstrate relevant knowledge to pass FAA 107 small UAS commercial pilot test.
- Plan and execute small UAS mission in order to collect, process, and analyze small UAS data.
- Identify, discuss and summarize research applications, commercial applications, and limitations of small UAS.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
Requirements for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Certificate: 12 Credits
Select one of the following
Credits: 3
Total Required Credits: 12
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