Drone and Robot Engineering
Department Overview
Drones and robots are platforms that integrate core Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies such as artificial intelligence, autonomous flight, 3D printing, IoT, and big data, and are used across diverse industries including imaging, surveillance and reconnaissance, unmanned delivery, disaster response, and infrastructure inspection.
The Department of Drone and Robotics Engineering cultivates professionals by offering career-oriented courses focused on certification, drone operation, integrated design, and production technologies.
Purposes and Objectives of Education
- Drone and robotics technologies integrate mechanical, aerospace, electrical, software, and robotics engineering, enabling diverse application fields
- Curriculum structured to support acquisition of key drone-related professional certifications
- Specialized courses enabling multiple Fourth Industrial Revolution technology licenses within one department
- Opportunities for drone and robotics research projects and academic writing with on- and off-campus institutions
- Personalized one-to-one mentoring and guidance
- Advanced application and design-focused training for drone and robotic systems
Career Opportunities upon Graduation
- Eligibility to obtain certifications such as ultralight vehicle pilot licenses (unmanned airplane, unmanned helicopter, unmanned multicopter), aviation radio operator, aviation industry engineer, surveying and geospatial information industry engineer, and drone education instructor
- Employment opportunities with drone and robotics development and operation companies across industries including manufacturing, defense, services, agriculture, construction, delivery, logistics, and autonomous driving
- Opportunities for advancement to graduate studies in related fields
