Drone Pilot Workshop (Part 107 Prep)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis Drone Pilot Workshop (Part 107 Prep)

Program Location: Maricopa Campus

Course Objective:
Description: The Drone Pilot Workshop (Part 107 Prep) Workshop provides the required aeronautical knowledge for remote pilots operating systems flown within Visual Line-of-Sight (VLOS) and weighing less than 55 pounds. The curriculum addresses pertinent aeronautical knowledge, including regulations, meteorology, operations withing the National Airspace (NAS), and Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM). This course covers all topics the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires to pass the Unmanned Aircraft General (UAG) examination. It augments those topics with safety concepts and practices to develop well-informed and responsible remote pilots. Students who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion. This workshop will also guide and prepare you to set up and schedule your UAG exam to earn your Commercial Remote Pilot license through the FAA. Testing fees are separate from this workshop and paid for through the testing center of your choice. Your workshop instructor will walk you through the process of selecting a testing center and registering for your exam.

Competencies to be achieved:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

* Summarize the general regulatory requirements of 14 CFR parts 89 and 107.
* Recall the operating rules of 14 CFR parts 89 and 107 and the registration rules of 14 CFR parts 47 and 48.
* Recall the requirements for obtaining a remote pilot certification.
* Explain the requirements for obtaining an FAA waiver in accordance with FAA policy. Recall the operating rules outlined in 14 CFR parts 89 and 107 and the requirements when operating over people.
* Explain airspace classification.
* Recall airspace operational requirements. Describe official sources of weather information. Explain the effects of weather on performance.
* Explain the impact of changes in weight and balance on the performance of a small RPAS. Describe aviation radio communication procedures.
* Explain operations in close proximity to an airport.
* Describe common emergency situations and required remote pilot actions. Describe the aeronautical decision-making process.
* Explain physiological factors affecting remote pilot performance.
* Describe FAA-required small RPAS maintenance and inspection procedures.
* Sit of the FAA Part 107 UAG (Unmanned Aircraft General) Exam.

General description of Skills:

* Regulations
* Meteorology
* Airspace
* Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
* Safety Best Practices
* Full Prep for the FAA Part 107 UAG exam

Pre-Requisites: Basic computer skills are required.

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

Total Tuition: $550.00

Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
No books are required for this program.

Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): An electronic device with a camera and microphone (laptop, tablet, smartphone, or desktop computer) and internet access are required for this program.

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Megan Purvis
Email:  Megan.purvis@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-6417

Direct Website link to the program:
https://communityed.centralaz.edu/centralaz/course/course.aspx?catId=12

Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:

Some individuals working in the UAS industry fall under export control regulations which requires US citizenship.
* Federal Aviation Regulations required to become a Remote Pilot https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators/become_a_drone_pilot

To become a pilot you must:
* Be at least 16 years old
* Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English
* Be in a physical and mental condition to safely fly a drone
* Pass the initial aeronautical knowledge exam: "Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG)"

Grievance Resolution Policy:
student support and care - Central Arizona College

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
* The refund policy is in accordance with (IAW) USI’s Refund and Transfer Policy. Below is a summary of the refund policy.

* Instructor-Led Programs: A full refund is available if the request is submitted prior to the official start date of the cohort or training. Once the training has started, refunds are not permitted.

* Self-Paced Programs: A full refund is available prior to LMS registration or account activation. Once LMS access has been activated, refunds are no longer available.

Refund or Transfer Request Process
To request a refund:

* Contact your USI sales representative or training point of contact.
* A USI team member will review the request to ensure it meets the policy requirements.
* If eligible, the request will be processed accordingly.

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Yes, USI coursework, training, and USI Primary Stage certifications are ASTM-Approved. Advanced Stage certifications are recognized and approved by USI Training Partner Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM)s to support FAA waiver requirements and advanced, higher risk, and more complex UAS operations. USI’s training program satisfies the FAA’s criteria for waiver-based operations.

Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes.
Career Pathway: Yes, the Part 107 coursework is part of the Primary pathway approved for, and audited by, ASTM International, Completion of USI’s Advanced Unmanned Safety Level 1, Advanced Safety Level 2, Advanced Unmanned System Operations: Ground, and Advanced Unmanned System Operations: Flight collectively culminates in a Professional Designation for BVLOS operations.

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. The Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107 certificate) is required to conduct commercial operations in the United States. USI coursework and certifications are offered at colleges and universities around the country and are internationally-recognized and required by businesses and Original Equipment Manufacturers around the world, including Parrot, Censys Technology, and Xer Technologies.

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: No.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) operates as an education, training, and workforce development provider. The Part 107 curriculum is not separately accredited; however, the program is aligned with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 requirements and prepares students for the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate, a nationally recognized industry credential for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operators. The Part 107 coursework is part of a Remote Operator Pathway which is approved by ASTM International, an internationally recognized standards body. https://www.flyusi.org/drone-program-central-arizona-college#ft-part107

Credential Attainment Rate: There is no attainment rate. This is a new program, as the program progresses and participants complete their courses, this rate will change.

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