This certificate will prepare students to become entry level remote pilots in fields that currently deploy Drones /Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in their operations. These fields include environmental science andmanagement, real estate, journalism, search and rescue, agriculture, disaster response and management, andcultural resource management among others. This certificate will provide students with skills in UAS operationsand provides a good starting point for those who may wish to continue into the Drone Applications andTechnologies A.S. Degree.
Enrollment Completer Projections are projections of number of students to earn certificate or degree annually: 10
The Drone Operator I certificate prepares students for employment as operators in fields that deploy UAS by giving them entry level skills: piloting and control systems, regulations, and applications. Through a stream-lined format, the certificate can be completed in one or two semesters. Additionally, as a "stackable" certificate, it prepares and motivates a student to get a head start towards earning either a Certificate of Achievement or an AS Degree in Drone Applications and Technologies. Drone Operator skills are in demand because this is an emerging, nationally recognized career niche.
As a new "mini-" or "stackable" certificate, it is a modification of our Drone Applications and Technologies Certificate and Degree as a completion strategy.
This program consists of 5 courses and can be completed in 1 or 2 semesters. The required courses are: GCIP 140 Digital Imaging/Photoshop I, GCIP 158 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Procedures and Regulations 1.0, GCIP 168 Digital Imaging with Drones, GCMW 165 Digital Video Design or GCMW 205 Digital Video for Multimedia or GEOG 140 Introduction to Remote Sensing and Drone Data Processing.
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCIP 140 | Digital Imaging/Photoshop I | 3 | |
| GCIP 158 | Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Procedures and Regulations | 4 | |
| GCIP 168 | Digital Imaging with Drones | 3 | |
| GCMW 165 | Digital Video Design | 3 | |
| GCMW 205 GEOG 140 | Digital Video for Multimedia Introduction to Remote Sensing and Drone Data Processing |
Cassandra Storey · 02/18/21
Given this is a repackaging of current curriculum SDCE supports.
Tina Recalde · 02/18/21
San Diego Mesa would recommend additional discussion at Dean's Council given that the courses are existing and being packaged into a new certificate.
Jesse Lopez · 02/17/21
Based on available LMI and COE's comments, Miramar College needs more data and/or letters of endorsement from advisory partners to support this new program.
Nichol Roe · 02/17/21
While technically this is a new program, this certificate creates a stackable certification within the AS degree. No new curriculum is actually created.
Dr. Javier Ayala · 02/16/21
Limited LMI.
Dr. Al Taccone · 02/05/21
The supply gap is concerning given the many programs available besides the private companies that offer this training and not for credit opportunities (though those are high tuition). MiraCosta does not endorse given this LMI, however, willing to hear the rationale during a deans' council meeting towards region dean agreement to endorse or not.
Tina Ngo Bartel · 02/03/21
Palomar College submitted the appropriate LMI from the COE. However, there are four community colleges in the region that provide training for UAV-related jobs: Palomar, Grossmont, SD City, and SD Miramar. There is a potential supply gap with 82 annual job openings and entry-level wages are $29.88. Based on available LMI, the COE advises the Deans’ Council to discuss if a new program is necessary for the region before making a recommendation to the Chancellor’s Office.
margie fritch · 01/14/21
Updated LMI report uploaded
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