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Watch your expertise take flight with this Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Operations microcredential. This microcredential equips you with essential skills to master both multirotor and fixed-wing RPAS operations, from payload integration to flight planning and operation, from mission application to post-flight debrief and assessment. Importantly, this microcredential also includes preparation for the FAA Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG) exam, needed for your FAA Part 107 pilot certificate. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, provides existing professionals with specialized skills needed to advance or grow their business, and readies you to immediately apply for drone pilot positions. Also consider the related RPAS Operations and Data Systems microcredentials to expand your skillset and career horizons.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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