Mohawk Valley Community College

Microcredential in

RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) Operations

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

Mohawk Valley Community College

Utica, NY 13501

Face to Face

Delivery

2 Semesters

Estimated time to complete

70 Hours

Instruction hours

$2,125.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

Watch your expertise take flight with this Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Operations microcredential. This microcredential equips you with essential skills to master both multirotor and fixed-wing RPAS operations, from payload integration to flight planning and operation, from mission application to post-flight debrief and assessment. Importantly, this microcredential also includes preparation for the FAA Unmanned Aircraft General - Small (UAG) exam, needed for your FAA Part 107 pilot certificate. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, provides existing professionals with specialized skills needed to advance or grow their business, and readies you to immediately apply for drone pilot positions. Also consider the related RPAS Operations and Data Systems microcredentials to expand your skillset and career horizons.

A face to face microcredential from Mohawk Valley Community College (70 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Mohawk Valley Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) Operations Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Skills covered

Payload Integration

Flight Planning

Flight Operation

Mission Application

Preflight Planning

Post-Flight Debriefing and Assessment

Multi-Rotor RPAS

Fixed-Wing RPAs

Payload and Sensor Operations

Datalinks

Autonomous Systems

RPAS Crew Resource Management (CRM)

RPAS Regulations

FAA Part 107

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.

Workforce Development Grant (Grant)

State workforce grant for non-credit training in high-need fields.

Who qualifies: New York State residents 18 and older.

Employer Tuition Assistance (Employer Sponsored)

Many employers pay for job-related training. Ask your employer before you register.

Who qualifies: Employees of a participating employer; your employer decides.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.