UAV Drone
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
MHC utilizes a systems called MyCreds which enables students to access and share their credentials on their social media accounts like LinkedIn, through email signatures and in online resumes.
- Short, flexible and affordable: Micro-credentials are offered at various times throughout the year, they may be delivered online, in-class or in a blended approach. They are an affordable and fast way to enhance your skills and knowledge with timely and targeted training.
- Quality-assured and validated by industry: Micro-credentials represent competencies recognized as valuable by industry and employers. They are subject to a robust quality assurance, and institutional approval process.
- Shareable: When learners complete a micro-credential they will receive a digital badge that can be shared on your personal social media, displayed on resumes or included in your email signature. Badges include meta-data with your name, the issuing post-secondary institution and the micro-credential attained.
