UAS Remote Pilot Associate in Science Degree

PROGRAM CODE: 1S35448

The UAS Remote Pilot Associate in Science Degree prepares students to meet the Federal Aviation Administration requirements to operate lightweight and heavier Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAVs) in commercial operations, utilizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). To earn an local Degree name students must complete: 1) all major course requirements with a grade of C or better; (2) Cypress College Local General Education requirements or the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements; (3) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, (4) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major course work must be completed at Cypress College. Courses that fulfill major requirements for an Associate Degree at Cypress College might not be the same as those required for completing the major at a transfer institution offering a Baccalaureate Degree. For information on specific university requirements, please consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center. This degree requires a total of 37.5-39 units in addition to other general education requirements.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

Outcome 1: Students will conduct independent study documenting through research and field experience.

Outcome 2: Students will plan and successfully fly a UAS/Drone flight within regulatory guidelines, with 70% or better accuracy scores. Assessment:Computer tracking and UAS/Drone flight data readouts will allow assessment of the completed flight, which will be documented in the students' career portfolio. Students will achieve a 70% or better in proficiency.

Outcome 3: Acquire the knowledge necessary to pass the FAA Part 107 exam.

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