Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate

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Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science

College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design

About the Certificate

This certificate prepares the student with a strong foundation for career development in the commercial unmanned aerial systems industry as a 14 CFR Part 107 Remote Pilot. It also expands opportunities for those currently employed in the industry seeking a better understanding of how to leverage and manage UAS-based resources for enhancing commerce and exploring new entrepreneurial opportunities.

General Certificate Requirements

Certificate requirements for the university can be found on the page below. All students seeking a certificate at the undergraduate level must follow these requirements in addition to the specifc requirements related to the certificate declared.

Requirements for Certificates

Program Requirements

A student must possess the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate before graduation with this certificate.
Students seeking the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate must earn a grade of “C” or better for each class required in the program.

Required Courses: 17 credits

AES 1040 - Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems Credits: 3
AES 2040 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Flight and Control Credits: 4
AES 3040 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Data Collection and Analysis Credits: 4
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
AES Approved Elective Credits: 6

Summary of Requirements

Required Courses	17 credits
Total for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate	17 credits