History
The Unmanned Vehicle Technician Program was established within Kayseri University Vocational School of Information Technologies following the decision of the Council of Higher Education dated 18/04/2024, in accordance with Article 7/d-2 of Law No. 2547 as amended by Law No. 2880 and Article Additional 30 of Law No. 2809. The program admitted students for the first time and commenced its educational activities in the 2024–2025 Academic Year.
Within the Vocational School of Information Technologies, under the Department of Electronics and Automation, there are four programs: Digital Transformation Electronics, Autonomous Systems Technician, Unmanned Vehicle Technician, and Artificial Intelligence Operator.
The Vocational School of Information Technologies aims to educate qualified human resources required by the rapidly developing technology world. With the Industry 4.0 revolution, the demand for skilled professionals in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, and Cybersecurity has significantly increased. The application-oriented education provided here not only prepares students for the workforce but also contributes to the country’s digital transformation process by training specialized professionals.
Degree Awarded
Graduates of the Unmanned Vehicle Technician Program are awarded an Associate Degree as an Unmanned Vehicle Technician. Upon graduation, students receive a transcript and a diploma supplement that document the courses completed and competencies acquired during their education.
Program Content
The Unmanned Vehicle Technician Program aims to train qualified technical personnel capable of working in the design, production, control, maintenance, and operational processes of unmanned systems operating on land, air, and sea platforms. The program is structured as a two-year associate degree and follows an application-oriented education model in which theoretical and practical knowledge are integrated.
Throughout the education period, students are provided with a comprehensive curriculum covering fundamental electronics, sensor technologies, embedded systems, communication infrastructures, and autonomous control systems. Within this scope, students gain knowledge about the structural and functional characteristics of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), and Unmanned Surface/Marine Vehicles (USVs), as well as hands-on experience with the software, control, and communication modules integrated into these systems.
The professional courses offered within the program include Fundamentals of Electronics, Electrical Circuits, Embedded Systems, Sensor Technologies, Unmanned System Architecture, Flight Control and Navigation, Ground Control Stations, Robotic Systems, Image Processing Techniques, and Industrial UAV Applications. In addition, students are supported in their social and cognitive development through general culture courses, professional ethics, foreign language education, and elective courses.
At the end of the fourth semester, students complete a compulsory internship at public institutions or private sector organizations approved by the internship commission. This process enables students to integrate theoretical knowledge with industry practices and gain professional experience.
Employment Opportunities for Graduates
Graduates of the Unmanned Vehicle Technician Program may be employed in various sectors such as defense industry, civil aviation, agricultural technologies, energy, security, transportation, and logistics. Graduates can take part in technical processes including the production, integration, testing, maintenance, and operational management of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), and Unmanned Marine Vehicles (UMVs).
They may also actively work in the installation of ground control stations, sensor integration, development of data acquisition systems, and autonomous navigation applications. Technology companies, system integrators, research and development centers, and public institutions related to aviation and security are among the primary organizations where graduates may be employed.
Progression to Higher Education
Graduates who successfully complete the program may continue their education in related four-year undergraduate programs through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS).
Address and Contact Information
(Program Chair, ECTS Coordinator)
Program Coordinator: Lecturer Melih ERŞEN
Kayseri University
Vocational School of Information Technologies
Mevlana Neighborhood, 15 July Campus
Kümeevler No:5
38280 Talas / KAYSERİ / TÜRKİYE
E-mail: melihersen@kayseri.edu.tr
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