Associate of Applied Science in Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
This 60-credit-hour degree prepares students for careers as drone technicians and may transfer toward select bachelor’s degree programs.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone) Technician
Available on the Brenham and RELLIS campuses, the 60-credit-hour Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technician Associate of Applied Science Degree provides instruction in the maintenance, customization, acquisition, and commercial use of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), or drones.
Students pursuing an AAS in Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems learn the concepts required to become a professional in the field, including electronics, mechanical design, and programming, and obtain specialized knowledge in unmanned aircraft systems, including flight, design, policy, and mission planning. Students also learn design and fabrication, drone flight skills and operations, electronics, aerodynamics, flight theory for small unmanned aircraft, the operation of digital systems, anti-collision sensors, vision and GPS systems, 3D printing, drone customization, field repairs, design and flight safety, and explore business opportunities.
Professionals trained in the maintenance and operation of sUAS are employed across a wide range of fields. Students can choose electives in a field of interest, including aerial photography, air and rescue, agriculture and forestry, construction, facilities and structure inspection, firefighting, law enforcement and disaster response, military and defense, oil and gas, and transport and delivery.
Degrees offered through the CAPS Program
A co-admissions partnership with the University of Houston-Victoria
Why Choose Blinn?
Blinn's is the only program of its type in the State of Texas, incorporating both technician and flight training
Blinn students save thousands in tuition and fees and can apply for 300+ scholarships with a single application. See our affordability page for more info.
Students can choose electives in their field of interest, including oil and gas, construction, agriculture and forestry, aerial photography, and more
Students take classes in Blinn's new science, technology, engineering, and innovation building on the Brenham Campus
Register today for the winter minimester and spring semester!
Registration is underway for the winter minimester and spring semester. For assistance, contact Academic Advising or call Enrollment Services at 979-830-4800. You also can schedule a tour of any of our six campuses!
