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Certificate Drone Operations
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Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE).
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing is accredited by the the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Soar into the Future: UAS Minor & Drone Operations at Marywood
The UAS Minor and Drone Operations Certificate will provide students with FAA Part 107 certification preparation, flight training, mission planning, data processing, and industry-specific drone applications. Students will develop technical expertise in the following areas including the following: drone flight operations and safety including understanding FAA regulations, risk management, and operational procedures; data collection and analysis utilizing drones for mapping, surveying, and environmental monitoring; aerial photography and videography applying drone technology to media, marketing, and digital storytelling; business and logistics applications exploring drone use in real estate, agriculture, infrastructure, and supply chain management.
This interdisciplinary approach allows students to tailor the minor to their career interests while gaining a foundation in drone technology. Graduates will be well-equipped for careers in aerial media production, geospatial science, emergency response, business innovation, and beyond. By offering a UAS Minor and Drone Operations Certificate, Marywood University will position itself to deliver high quality programs, providing students with a valuable skill set in a rapidly growing industry.
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Outcomes & Opportunities
Top Employers
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- Department of Defense
- NASA
- Raytheon
- Duke Energy
- Amazon Prime Air
Top Career Paths
- Drone Pilot/UAS Operator
- Aerial Photographer/Videographer
- Drone Mapping and Surveying Specialist
- Infrastructure and Utility Inspector
- Drone Instructor/Training Specialist
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The Shields Center for Visual Arts provides classrooms and labs for the Graphic Design, Art Education, and Art Therapy programs. It also houses the Mahady, Suraci, and Maslow Art Galleries.
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The Shields Center for Visual Arts provides classrooms and labs for the Graphic Design, Art Education, and Art Therapy programs. It also houses the Mahady, Suraci, and Maslow Art Galleries.
Learn More | Take a Virtual Tour
Marywood University faculty are prepared to provide students with the best learning experience possible.
Drone Operations Certificate, 6 credits
(3) BUS xxx Introduction to UAS: Drone Careers, Opportunities, and Flight Training
(3) BUS 141 Private Pilot Ground
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Minor, 18 credits
Drone Operations Certificate (6 credits):
(3) BUS xxx Introduction to UAS: Drone Careers, Opportunities, and Flight Training
(3) BUS 141 Private Pilot Ground Drone Missions and Production, select a minimum of 6 credits from the list (6-9):
(3) COMM 104 Field Production and Editing
(3) BUS xxx Advanced Drone Missions 1 - Aerial Photography, Aerial Videography, Disaster Response, Aerial Inspections (Roof, Tower, Pipeline, Refinery), Hazmat Operations
(3) BUS xxx Advanced Drone Missions 2 - Aerial Mapping and Modeling, Aerial Search and Rescue, Night Operations, Thermal Imaging, Advanced Safety Certificate
Drone Application Areas in Industry, select 3-6 credits from the following list (3-6 credits):
(3) ART 241 Digital Design
(3) ART 441B Motion Graphics
(3) ART 315A Basic Photography
(3) BUS 256 Commercial Aviation Safety
(3) BUS 351 Advanced Aerodynamics
(3) BUS 352 Aviation Law
(3) BUS 215 Visual Design Concepts
(3) BUS xxx Drone Apprenticeship
(3) CJ 100 Intro to Criminal Justice
(3) CJ 220 Law Enforcement
(3) CM 310 Site Planning and Equipment
(3) CM 321 Construction Technologies
(3) COMM 424 Documentary Production
(3) COMM 420 Digital Stories
(3) COMM 415 Communications Ethics and Law
(3) COMM 105 Audio Production
(3) COMM 360 Film Techniques
(3) ENVS 216 Introduction to Sustainability
(3) ENVS 345 Environmental Management and Policy
(3) ENVS 340 Environmental Law
80+ opportunities for you to find the right fit with 50+ undergraduate degrees and 30+ graduate and certificate courses.
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Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE).
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing is accredited by the the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).