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The University of Southern Mississippi

Certificate in Uncrewed Maritime Systems

  • Hattiesburg
About This Program

This certificate program provides working knowledge concerning the operation and mission planning of uncrewed undersea, surface, and aerial vehicles.

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What You'll Learn

Students learn about marine instrumentation, autonomous vehicle stability, acoustics, and the environmental factors affecting maritime operations.

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Typical Curriculum Structure
The compressed five-week curriculum includes courses on marine autonomous vehicles, instrumentation in marine environments, and hands-on laboratory work.
Typical Course Topics
1. Uncrewed Surface Vehicle (USV) Operations and Control 2. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Systems and Navigation 3. Maritime Sensor Technology and Data Acquisition 4. Unmanned Maritime Systems Integration and Deployment 5. Maritime Autonomy and Mission Planning 6. Subsea Robotics and Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) Systems
Program Specializations:
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Typical Admissions Requirements
Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, marine science, computer science, or a related technical field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Professional maritime or military experience is strongly preferred but not required.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

• Degree Required: Graduate Certificate
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

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Career Opportunities in AI

Gain advanced analytics skills to advance as Robotics Engineer in Autonomous Vehicles

Estimated Industry Salary
Maritime Systems Operator/Technician: $65,000 Unmanned Systems Engineer: $85,000 Naval Systems Specialist: $72,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
8.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Unmanned Maritime Systems Operator 2. Autonomous Vehicle Technician 3. Naval Research and Development Specialist 4. Maritime Surveillance Systems Analyst
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include the U.S. Navy, Department of Defense contractors, maritime research institutions, and commercial marine survey companies such as Ocean Infinity, OceanAlpha, and VideoRay.[1][2][3
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Program Details
Duration
  • 0.1 Year
Tuition
  • 4,336
Format
On-Campus
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