Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) UAS.S.BAS

Bachelor of Applied Science - 120 - 124 Credit Hours

Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Aviation Technology
Effective as of Fall 2024

What is the program about?

This Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) is designed to fill a growing workforce need by developing the technical skills of students and prepare them for jobs in this high demand industry. The degree provides a foundational understanding of UAS mission planning, advanced flight operations, hands-on maintenance, laws and regulations, data analytics, sensor operations and technology integration and testing in support of diverse industries. These include precision agriculture, infrastructure inspection, aerial mapping and surveying, first response, logistics, security, and other emerging applications that will continue to develop as the industry grows. 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

• Demonstrate and execute tasks necessary to complete UAS 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 UAS.
• Apply knowledge of rules and regulations governing UAS applications and operations in the National Airspace.
• Plan and execute mission strategies in regards to First Responder applications, Precision Agriculture and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Career Opportunities

More than 100,000 new jobs in UAS related fields are predicted nationwide by 2025. A technical baccalaureate degree in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) will prepare the graduate to work in a variety of roles including UAS operations, maintenance, data analysis, sensor operations, technology integration and testing, and basic manufacturing in support of diverse industries including precision agriculture, infrastructure inspection, aerial mapping and surveying, first response, logistics, security, and other emerging applications that will continue to develop as the industry grows.