Description

It is no secret that unmanned aircraft systems technology has increased exponentially over the last decade. As this industry continues to evolve, the benefits of gaining an education specific to Unmanned Aircraft Systems have become apparent. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers a program centred around unmanned aircraft systems curriculum which includes both classroom and hands-on experience in order to prepare students for a career in UAS operations.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University launched the first accredited program in the country, which has continued to mature and grow with time. A notable accomplishment for this program was their inclusion as a Defense Unmanned Aerial Systems Education Consortium (DUESEC) Advisory Committee National Resource Center Member Institution. With such a robust UAS curriculum, graduates will be able to enter into an industry where they can make valuable contributions from day one of work experience.

Aerospace engineers design aircraft, satellites, missiles and other objects that fly through air or space on mechanical power provided by engines or rockets moving them forward.

They specialize in studying fluid flow around these objects due to aerodynamics including wind resistance at different velocities, the flow of air over wings and fuselage shapes. They also use their knowledge to design propulsion systems for these vehicles like jet engines, rocket motors and other devices that move through air or space.