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RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) Data Analysis

Mohawk Valley Community College · Utica · Remotely Piloted Aircraft

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Key facts

When
Apr 13 to Nov 6, 2027Mon and Thu, 9:00 to 11:30 AM
Where and how
In personWorkforce Training Center, Utica
Time commitment
2 semesters9.3 continuing education units (CEUs)
Cost
$1,850, estimatedHelp with cost possible
Who can join
Ages 18 and upNo prerequisites listed
What you get
Digital badge

About this course

Focus on the details with this Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Data Analysis microcredential! This microcredential can be a game-changing achievement for professionals looking to advance their careers in drone technologies. Fine-tune essential skills in data collection, validation, georeferencing, and analysis from RPAS missions. This skill set will elevate your profile and set you apart in the field. Whether you are a novice navigating the skies or a seasoned pilot, stay at the forefront of cutting-edge RPAS technology, leaving a lasting impression on employers and clients with your newly acquired expertise. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for GIS positions or to leverage these specialized skills to advance in your career or grow your business. Also, consider the RPAS Operations and Systems Maintenance microcredentials to further expand your skills and career opportunities.

What you'll learn

  • Data Collection
  • GPS Data
  • Remote Sensing
  • Image Analysis Visual and Digital
  • Feature Extraction
  • GIS
  • Mapping
  • ArcGIS
  • Spatial Data Datums
  • Symbology
  • Digital Imagery
  • Global Positioning
  • Spatial modeling
  • Geo-Databases

Taught by Evita Gibbe, Marlo Cullum and Brittany Sangar.

What you get

  • RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) Data Analysis Microcredential

    Digital badge from Mohawk Valley Community College when you finish

    You may be able to share it online. Ask the campus how.

  • 9.3 continuing education units (CEUs)

    Often used for professional license renewal

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Getting there

Workforce Training Center, Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, NY 13501

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Who can join

  • Ages 18 and up
  • No prerequisites or starting level are listed. Ask the campus if you're unsure.

Help with the cost

  • Financial Aid

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Jobs this relates to

  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

Data analysis roles are among the fastest-growing jobs in the state.

From Mohawk Valley Community College. Finishing a course doesn't guarantee a job.

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Mohawk Valley Community College

Julia Hobika, Coordinator of Workforce Development

jhobika@mvcc.edu · (315) 731-5731

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Questions about registering? Julia Hobika, Coordinator of Workforce Development, jhobika@mvcc.edu · (315) 731-5731

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