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About this Program

Earn a Certificate of Achievement in UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training.

The UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training is an exciting opportunity to take the first steps into this emerging field of technology.  Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) are becoming ubiquitous with new applications being continually discovered.  This program will prepare students to challenge the Transport Canada exams and flight review to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations, and Pilot Certificate – Advanced.  Students will also be introduced to how drones are being used in various industries such as cinematography/videography, surveying/geomatics, agriculture, real estate and construction.  Work integrated learning (WIL) opportunity is provided where students will work along side industry professionals who are using drones in their fields of practice. 

Upon successful completion of the micro-credential program, the students will be able to: 

  • Challenge the Transport Canada Small Basic Exam to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations.  
  • Challenge the Transport Canada Small Advanced Exam for advanced operations and the flight review required to apply for the Transport Canada Pilot Certificate - Advanced.  
  • Understand the laws and regulations governing the operation of RPAS in Canada.  
  • Understand the essentials of drone flight operations.  
  • Understand the essentials of drone system components and technology.  
  • Describe industry applications for drones and UAVs.

To earn a Certificate of Achievement in UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training all courses must be completed. For more information on micro-credentials, click here.

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Online Delivery

This micro-credential is delivered online. Once enrolled, students will be provided access to learning materials which can be completed on their own time by the designated completion date. An instructor will be available to answer questions and offer assistance.

Course List

This program is mostly delivered online, with access to an instructor throughout the program. RPAS 103 is an in-person practical course with 10 hours of flying time. Courses vary in length from 10 hours to 25 hours.

NOTE: RPAS 101, 102 and 104 can be taken sequentially and at the student’s pace. RPAS 103 is scheduled, and in-person attendance is required. RPAS 105 should be completed by the end date of the program.


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RPAS 101

RPAS 101: Drone/UAV Ground School for Basic Operations

This course will introduce students to Canadian regulations surrounding the use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) - aka. Drones or UAVs (Unmanned Air Vehicles). Focus will be on RPAS with a maximum takeoff weight between 250 grams up to and including 25 kg and within visual line of sight as per Transport Canada’s Canadian Aviation Regulations, Part IX regulatory framework. The course will prepare students to take and pass Transport Canada’s Small Basic RPAS exam. After successful completion of the course, students should be able to: Describe and apply the rules and regulations in Canada surrounding flying Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Identify different types of RPAS and explain the benefits of each Identify location, airspace and potential hazards for a potential flight area to accurately determine whether a flight can proceed and use this knowledge to create an accurate site survey Assess weather conditions to ensure compliance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations and ensure the safety of all flights Create checklists for pre- and post-flight planning as well as emergency response Effectively manage a basic RPAS mission and crew

$200 Online
RPAS 102 The UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training is an exciting opportunity to take the first steps into this emerging field of technology.  Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) are becoming ubiquitous with new applications being continually discovered.  This program will prepare students to challenge the Transport Canada exams and flight review to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations, and Pilot Certificate – Advanced.  Students will also be introduced to how drones are being used in various industries such as cinematography/videography, surveying/geomatics, agriculture, real estate and construction.  Work integrated learning (WIL) opportunity is provided where students will work along side industry professionals who are using drones in their fields of practice.   Upon successful completion of the micro-credential program, the students will be able to:  Challenge the Transport Canada Small Basic Exam to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations.   Challenge the Transport Canada Small Advanced Exam for advanced operations and the flight review required to apply for the Transport Canada Pilot Certificate - Advanced.   Understand the laws and regulations governing the operation of RPAS in Canada.   Understand the essentials of drone flight operations.   Understand the essentials of drone system components and technology.   Describe industry applications for drones and UAVs.  $300 Online
RPAS 103 The UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training is an exciting opportunity to take the first steps into this emerging field of technology.  Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) are becoming ubiquitous with new applications being continually discovered.  This program will prepare students to challenge the Transport Canada exams and flight review to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations, and Pilot Certificate – Advanced.  Students will also be introduced to how drones are being used in various industries such as cinematography/videography, surveying/geomatics, agriculture, real estate and construction.  Work integrated learning (WIL) opportunity is provided where students will work along side industry professionals who are using drones in their fields of practice.   Upon successful completion of the micro-credential program, the students will be able to:  Challenge the Transport Canada Small Basic Exam to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations.   Challenge the Transport Canada Small Advanced Exam for advanced operations and the flight review required to apply for the Transport Canada Pilot Certificate - Advanced.   Understand the laws and regulations governing the operation of RPAS in Canada.   Understand the essentials of drone flight operations.   Understand the essentials of drone system components and technology.   Describe industry applications for drones and UAVs.  $300 Medicine Hat Campus

RPAS 104

 The UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training is an exciting opportunity to take the first steps into this emerging field of technology.  Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) are becoming ubiquitous with new applications being continually discovered.  This program will prepare students to challenge the Transport Canada exams and flight review to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations, and Pilot Certificate – Advanced.  Students will also be introduced to how drones are being used in various industries such as cinematography/videography, surveying/geomatics, agriculture, real estate and construction.  Work integrated learning (WIL) opportunity is provided where students will work along side industry professionals who are using drones in their fields of practice.   Upon successful completion of the micro-credential program, the students will be able to:  Challenge the Transport Canada Small Basic Exam to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations.   Challenge the Transport Canada Small Advanced Exam for advanced operations and the flight review required to apply for the Transport Canada Pilot Certificate - Advanced.   Understand the laws and regulations governing the operation of RPAS in Canada.   Understand the essentials of drone flight operations.   Understand the essentials of drone system components and technology.   Describe industry applications for drones and UAVs.   $150  Online
RPAS 105
  The UAV Drone Advanced Pilot Training is an exciting opportunity to take the first steps into this emerging field of technology.  Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) are becoming ubiquitous with new applications being continually discovered.  This program will prepare students to challenge the Transport Canada exams and flight review to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations, and Pilot Certificate – Advanced.  Students will also be introduced to how drones are being used in various industries such as cinematography/videography, surveying/geomatics, agriculture, real estate and construction.  Work integrated learning (WIL) opportunity is provided where students will work along side industry professionals who are using drones in their fields of practice.   Upon successful completion of the micro-credential program, the students will be able to:  Challenge the Transport Canada Small Basic Exam to receive their Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations.   Challenge the Transport Canada Small Advanced Exam for advanced operations and the flight review required to apply for the Transport Canada Pilot Certificate - Advanced.   Understand the laws and regulations governing the operation of RPAS in Canada.   Understand the essentials of drone flight operations.   Understand the essentials of drone system components and technology.   Describe industry applications for drones and UAVs.
 $150  Online

Required Resources

Required textbook: N/A

Funding for the development of this program was provided by the Government of Alberta.