Associate of Science in
Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems

The Associate of Science in Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems is designed to give students interested in starting their education in the field an informative, innovative and exciting educational experience that sets them up for success in the field and beyond. The program helps students strengthen their uncrewed and autonomous systems knowledge, broaden their credentials and craft a program of study that will make them prime candidates for careers in the emerging field of uncrewed and autonomous systems.

Flexible Learning

  • Courses offered at satellite location classrooms, through the EagleVision learning system, online or through a blend of in-person and distance learning.

Internship Opportunities

  • Faculty members have vast industry connections to facilitate hands-on learning through internships and other practical experience.

Credit for Experience

  • Transfer credit available for professional experience if it is listed on a transcript as college credit or evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE).

Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems Focus

  • Students will learn about the design, operation and maintenance of uncrewed and autonomous systems, become familiar with task-oriented environments and learn about the legal considerations that come with their use.

Notable Careers

  • Uncrewed Systems Pilots
  • Uncrewed Systems Operations Planner
  • Operations Manager
  • Acquisition Specialist
  • Accident Investigator
  • Intelligence (Sensor Data) Analyst
  • Configuration Specialist
  • Videographer

Growing Demand

  • Reports from the International Civil Aviation Organization state that the uncrewed and autonomous systems industry will grow from $11 billion in 2022 to $29 billion in 2027, promising strong growth and dynamic career opportunities.

60 credits

Transfer Credit

Estimated Costs

Campuses Offering Degree

  • Worldwide Campus: Online and at satellite locations
  • ERUPT – sUAS operations simulator
  • ERAU Hub – Includes the Aerial Robotics Virtual Lab

You can find more state-of-the-art labs and facilities at both residential campuses, and our leading virtual labs bring hands-on opportunities to you anywhere in the world.

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