Unmanned Vehicle Technology in Missouri prepares students for careers operating, maintaining, and developing unmanned systems including drones and robots. This pathway addresses emerging demand for unmanned vehicle professionals across agriculture, construction, surveying, and security industries. Students gain expertise in unmanned systems operation, maintenance, regulations, and applications.
The curriculum covers unmanned vehicle fundamentals, operation and control, maintenance procedures, regulatory requirements, data collection, and applications. Students operate unmanned systems, perform maintenance, and analyze data. Projects involve flight planning, data collection, and system maintenance. Emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and practical applications is integrated throughout. Students understand unmanned systems technology and career opportunities.
Graduates work as unmanned vehicle operators, unmanned systems technicians, or pursue advanced unmanned technology careers. The pathway provides foundation for emerging unmanned vehicle careers.
Unmanned Vehicle Technology at a Glance
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Courses
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Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Missouri's unmanned vehicle technology standards require competency in unmanned system operation, maintenance, and regulations. The curriculum aligns with FAA regulations and industry standards.
Students must demonstrate proficiency in unmanned system operation, maintenance, flight planning, and regulatory compliance. State standards incorporate FAA Part 107 requirements and safety practices.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Introduction to Unmanned Systems |
| Drone Flight Operations |
| Unmanned Systems Technology |
| Advanced UAS Applications |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Unmanned Vehicle Operator
Entry LevelSalary range: $35,510 - $46,540
Adjusted for cost of living: $38,699
Unmanned Systems Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $44,010 - $71,230
Adjusted for cost of living: $47,962
Unmanned Systems Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $51,050 - $122,580
Adjusted for cost of living: $84,361
Unmanned Systems Engineer
ExperiencedSalary range: $66,730 - $119,020
Adjusted for cost of living: $101,373
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Work experiences with surveying companies, agricultural technology providers, construction companies, inspection services, and technology companies throughout Missouri.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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