Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (Drone)

 
 
 

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Morningside University is excited to announce the launch of a new Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS/Drone) minor within its School of Agriculture and Aviation, a forward-thinking addition to meet the rising demand for precision agriculture and cutting-edge drone technology. This program is designed to equip students with specialized knowledge in uncrewed aerial systems operation, data management, and regulatory compliance, addressing the expanding role of technology in sustainable and efficient agricultural practices.

Degrees

Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS/Drone)

Minor

A Great Fit For

  • Agriculture students aiming to utilize UAV technology to enhance crop management, soil health, and precision agriculture practices.
  • Aviation enthusiasts who want to develop expertise in unmanned aerial systems alongside traditional piloting skills.
  • Environmental science majors interested in drones for conservation efforts, wildlife tracking, and environmental monitoring.
  • Data science students who wish to collect and analyze geospatial data using drones, especially for fields like agriculture, real estate, and infrastructure.
  • Public safety and emergency management students looking to employ drones in search-and-rescue operations, disaster response, and law enforcement.

THE MORNINGSIDE DIFFERENCE

Hands on Learning Environment

You'll have access to our 3,300 square-foot state-of-the-art greenhouse, the 76-acre Lags Farm, the campus garden, Cargill Outdoor Classroom, and more to give you hands on experience outside the classroom preparing you for success.

Externship Program

Our externship program allows you to participate in a paid, semester-long externship in Sioux City, greater Iowa or beyond and work side-by-side with management and production teams doing real agriculture in the real world.

Regional Partnerships

We have partnered with Oracle Aviation out of Omaha, NE and the Sioux City Gateway Airport to ensure you'll receive hands on experiences.

LEARN BY DOING

REGINA ROTH APPLIED AG & FOOD STUDIES

As a Regina Roth Agricultural and Food Studies student, you’ll learn how different agricultural production and business systems affect crop yields, agribusiness and farm profitability, soil health, and models of long-term sustainability.  You’ll also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities giving you hands-on experience for the real world.

FEATURED COURSES

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WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?

13:1

student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you

99%

employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation

65+

majors & pre-professional programs available

Related Majors & Minors

Still looking for the right fit? Check out some additional program options that we think might interest you or are often paired with this program. You can also view the programs page to keep exploring your options

MEET THE FACULTY

Thomas Paulsen Professor & Dean of Agriculture and Aviation Applied Agriculture & Food Studies

Thomas Paulsen

Professor & Dean of Agriculture and Aviation

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Larry Brockshus

Assistant Professor

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Aaron Diedrichs

Chief Flight Instructor

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Daniel Witten

Daniel Witten

Associate Professor

I love working in the close knit environment that Mside provides. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and make connections.

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