The Drone Technology Certificate program provides training in using drones legally and safely for commercial and recreational use. Topics include types of drones, taking and editing photos and videos, live stream video for social media, FAA regulations, Part 107 remote pilot license and exam information, drone registration, preflight, and problem-solving flight situations. Learn about the many careers and industries using drones(public safety, investigations, construction, engineering, inspections, real estate, marketing, media, delivery, insurance). This program prepares students for the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exams for Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects to earn industry-recognized certifications.

Increase in Demand for Drone Skills

The use of drones is an expanding area of growth in many different careers and industries including agriculture, cinematography, construction, engineering, inspections, insurance, mapping, manufacturing, media, photography, public safety, real estate, sports, surveying, utilities, and many more.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Understand the difference between using drones for commercial and recreational purposes.
✓ Understand Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations for commercial and recreational drone usage including drone registration.
✓ Understand how to fly a drone safely and legally based on federal, state, and local regulations.
✓ Understand how different careers and industries use drones.
✓ Demonstrate proficiency in using drones to take photos, record videos, and live stream video.
✓ Demonstrate proficiency in using Adobe applications to edit photos and videos taken by drones.