Environmental Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Microcredential

SUNY Oneonta’s Environmental Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Microcredential is designed to equip you with essential skills to comprehend and apply the environmental applications of uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs).

You will learn how UAVs are included in the geospatial aspects of our digital world, environmental monitoring techniques, and geospatial analysis. This microcredential delves into the intersection of cutting-edge technology and environmental sustainability, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of UAV utilization across disciplines.

This program emphasizes hands-on learning through practical exercises, simulation projects, environmental monitoring field work, and real-world case studies. You will have the opportunity to work with UAV technology and software tools, preparing you for the challenges and opportunities in the evolving field of environmental sustainability and geospatial technology, as well as UAV applications in agriculture, public health, real estate, and environmental planning.

Required Courses

• GEOG 2039
• GEOG 3226
• GEOG 3206 or GEOG 3116

Competencies

Upon completion of the program, you will be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• comprehensive understanding of UAV technology and its applications across disciplines.
• comprehensive understanding of UAV operations and maintenance, earning their FAA TRUST certification and preparing them to take the FAA Part 107 sUAS certification exam.
• apply geospatial concepts to interpret and utilize data collected by UAVs.
• implement environmental monitoring techniques using UAVs for various purposes, from ecological research to resource management.
• conduct geospatial analysis to derive meaningful insights from UAV-generated data, contributing to informed decision-making."

You will receive both a notation on your transcript and a digital badge.

This microcredential stacks to the SUNY Oneonta Geography BS (GIS Concentration) and/or the GIS minor programs.