15 credits

This certificate will enable the students to learn the basics of digital photography while also learning the operations of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). The coursework includes camera and lens operation, memory cards, file formats, exposure, white balance, composition, lighting, creativity, image editing software and output, and intermediate level exposure. This training will include the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements to operate a UAV in a commercial or business environment as well as basic flying skills. 

Contract: George Comollo - gcomollo@greenriver.edu

Program Website: Aviation Technology | https://www.greenriver.edu/students/academics/degrees-programs/aviation-technology/

Program Outcomes:

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

1. Prepare for a position in the aviation industry or related fields utilizing unmanned aerial systems.
2. Employ their understanding of the integral parts of the unmanned aerial system industry through practical application of diverse subjects.
3. Demonstrate their ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary and diverse team of aviation and other industry professionals with technology used with unmanned aerial systems.