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The master’s program offered at Atlantic International University is designed to transform students into professionals in the field of Unmanned Aerial systems. Our program provides the skills and knowledge that a graduate will need in order to efficiently manage, operate, and plan unmanned systems. Students will graduate with an in depth understanding of the problems that may arise in the field and they will also prepare for real-world situations. Students will learn about risk management, flight operations, mission planning, special sensors, weapons, aeronautical engineering, aeronautical technologies, surveillance and data collection and more.
AIU’s Distance Learning Bachelor of Unmanned Aerial Systems Engineering (UAV and Drone Technology) program will be a tailor-made program, designed just for you by you and your counselor. This flexibility to meet your needs is rarely found in other distance learning programs. Our program does not require that each student study the same subjects and use the same books and study materials as other students. Instead, our online Bachelor Programs are designed just for you. They are individually designed to meet your needs and help you achieve your professional and personal goals.
Important: Below is an example of the topics or areas you may develop and work on during your studies. By no means is it a complete or required list as AIU programs do not follow a standardized curriculum. It is meant solely as a reference point and example. Want to learn more about the curriculum design at AIU? (Course and Curriculum)
Aviation Business
Introduction to Aviation Technology
Unmanned Aerial Systems Capstone I
Unmanned Aerial Systems Capstone II
Unmanned Vehicle Theory and Practice
Unmanned and Autonomous Vehicle Systems
User Interface for Design and Evaluation
Data Analysis and Visualization
UAS Laws, Regulations, and Policy
Safety Management Systems and UAS Cybersecurity
UAS Management for Managers
Modern Control Systems
Linear Systems
Airplane Dynamic Stability
Atmospheric Navigation, Guidance and Control
Aircraft Fault Tolerance and Advanced Control Theory Capstone for UAS Concentration
System Requirements Analysis and Modeling
Sensors and Data Links
Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
Organization Theory (Portfolio)
Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
Academic Evaluation (Questionnaire)
Fundament of Knowledge (Integration Chart)
Fundamental Principles I (Philosophy of Education)
Professional Evaluation (Self Evaluation Matrix)
Development of Graduate Study (Guarantee of an Academic Degree)
Thesis Project
MBM300 Thesis Proposal
MBM302 Bachelor Thesis (5,000 words)
MBM303 Bachelor Investigation Presentation (30min presentation)
Publication: Each graduate of the Bachelor of Modern Power and Energy Systems must publish his Thesis online in the public domain or through professional magazines and newspapers.
Job Description: Professionals in this field are in high demand, since there are more than 100,000 unmanned aerial systems jobs projected in the next 4 years. Graduates with a master’s in Unmanned Aerial Systems are able to seek employment in a variety of industries, such as farming, construction, mining, videography, transportation, military, and government work. The career choices graduates have after completing the master’s program include employment as a UAS Program Analyst, UAS Program Manager, UAS Data Analyst, Business Development Manager, Risk Manager, and Policy Specialist.
We understand how busy adults do not have time to go back to school. Now, it’s possible to earn your degree in the comfort of your own home and still have time for yourself and your family. The Admissions office is here to help you, for additional information or to see if you qualify for admissions please contact us. If you are ready to apply please submit your Online Application and paste your resume and any additional comments/questions in the area provided.
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