OverviewAbout this course
Propel your career to new heights as a commercially licensed drone operator, and develop technical and niche skills that can help you to stand out in any industry. Make your mark in an emerging field and disrupt the status quo with your innovative ideas inspired by a unique point of view.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Launch, control, and land or recover a remote aircraft
Operate aeronautical communications
Use maps and charts for navigational purposes
Plan flights
Understand legislated regulations in relation to the aviation industry
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Use programs to generate 2D and 3D live mapping
CASA Operator accreditation and Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) sub 7kg, Multirotor
Specialist skills for application in a variety of industries e.g. building inspections, agriculture, search and rescue
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A commitment to work through a challenging course load
An understanding of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and Air Services Australia and their roles
Visited the DJI website to access tutorials, explore the products and learn about the Phantom 4 Pro aircraft
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: remote aircraft pilot and commercial drone operator.
Licensing
Through this course, you will gain some of the requirements needed for certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). For more information, please visit the CASA website.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 units of competency, including 9 core and 5 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Manage human factors in remote pilot aircraft systems operationsAVIF0021
Navigate remote pilot aircraft systemsAVIH0006
Perform operational inspections on remote operated systemsAVIW0004
Operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systemsAVIW0028
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