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Uncrewed Aerial Systems, Certificate (Graduate)


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In this certificate program, you will learn to safely use Uncrewed Aerial Systems (drones) and to collect and process geospatial data acquired by them. Demand for professionals trained to operate drones and process drone imagery is growing rapidly in agriculture, natural resource management, construction, energy, transportation, business, and many other fields. A significant aspect of this 11-credit online graduate certificate (with a 2-credit, field-based flight school) is to prepare you to become an FAA certified pilot and to use industry-standard image processing techniques.

Core Requirements (8 Credits)


Complete all courses

Electives (3 Credits)


Choose from remote sensing courses or interdisciplinary UAS applications courses.

Total: 11 Credits


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