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BSU Drone (sUAS) Certificate Program

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BSU Drone (sUAS) Certificate Program

BSU will not only prepare students for the FAA Part 107 exam but students will learn numerous aspects of flying Small Unmanned Aviation Systems (sUAS). The curriculum will feature information about the various software used in piloting UAVs, drone maintenance, how to build UAV parts using a 3D scanner and aspects of engaging drone scanners and imaging. Students will also learn how to utilize GIS (Geographical Information Services) mapping 2D and 3D mapping.

BSU's program will also prepare students for the business side of sUAS. Students will prepare business plans to create their own drone company.

Credits earned in the certificate program are eligible to transfer into a BSU undergraduate degree program.  

 

Course Design

The Drone (sUAS) Certificate is composed of four courses. Two, seven-week courses will be delivered in the fall and in the spring semesters. Students who successfully pass all courses will earn a total of six undergraduate credits.

Program of Study
AVSC-133 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Drone License Training
AVSC-134 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Flying/Software/Modes
AVSC-137 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle 3D Mapping and Aerial Imaging
AVSC-138 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Programming and Manufacturing

 

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Applying for the program

 

BSU Students:
1.
2. Complete form by filling in the following fields:
BEAR ID
Name
Select: NO CHANGE TO PRIMARY PROGRAM/MAJOR
Select: NO CHANGE TO SECONDARY PROGRAM/MAJOR 
Under the Certificates section, select Unmanned Aviation Systems (Drone) Certificate.
Sign and Date Form.
Request will be sent to the College of Continuing Studies for approval 

 

Non-Degree Students: (students who are not currently enrolled in a BSU degree program)


Course Registration

Students will register for courses when the fall and spring registration periods open. Click here for details. 

 

Contact information

 

For questions about the program or technical questions, email bsudrones@bridgew.edu

For questions about the application process, contact the College of Continuing Studies: ccs@bridgew.edu or 508.531.2788