Course code: #RPS1
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| Fall-September 01-February-2023 | 2023-02-01 |
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| Winter-January Ongoing | Ongoing |
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| Spring-May Ongoing | Ongoing |
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| Fall-September Ongoing | Ongoing |
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Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) - Commercial Operations, is a one-year Ontario college graduate certificate program. Students will learn the skills to operate, support, design, assemble, and maintain drones.
This program will set you apart in the RPAS industry as a multifaceted professional, with a wide range of skill sets designed to meet the varied needs of industry, with an emphasis on aerial data collection and analysis.
The Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) - Commercial Operations program, located at Fanshawe College's Norton Wolf School of Aviation & Aerospace Technology’s 80,000 square-foot hangar next to the London International Airport.
It will cover all aspects of RPAS including electrical and electronic systems, communication, navigation, and data collection and use.
In just one year, the program combines practical training to conduct advanced RPAS operations, with specific data and processing knowledge and workflows required to create deliverables.
As a student, you will gain skills in photogrammetry and LiDAR workflows, and become highly adept at software such as Pix4D, QGIS and Virtual Surveyor.
Additionally, this program will provide graduates with entrepreneurial, research, and market analysis skills aimed at bridging the gap between the technical and business aspects of the growing and innovative RPAS industry.
$23,374
| Cost of living | 1 person | $7,164 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $7,400 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $15,974 |
Fanshawe's 10-level EAP program is certified by Languages Canada and meets the language requirements for admission to Western University, Fanshawe, and many other Ontario colleges.
The EAP program and full-time professors will help you to gain confidence and fluency in using English as well as help you prepare for your next steps using the latest methods and technology.
Start Dates
2023: January 9, March 6, May 8, July 3, Sept. 5, Oct. 30
Tuition Fees
Number of weeks for each level: 8
Tuition Fees: CAD 2,924.00
Ancillary fees: CAD 264.43
Total Fees: CAD 3,188.43
Deposit: CAD 100.00 non-refundable fee at the time of application.
Fanshawe College EAP standardized test conversion chart
While we recommend that new students undergo the custom placement testing on campus, applicants with a recent score from other recognized English proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English Scale) may place directly into a Fanshawe EAP level as shown below.
| EAP | DUOLINGO | IELTS | TOEFL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10-40 | 1.5-2.5 | 0 |
| 2 | 45-50 | 3 | 2-9 |
| 3 | 55-60 | 3.5 | 9-19 |
| 4 | 65-70 | 4 | 20-31 |
| 5 | 75-80 | 4.5 | 32-43 |
| 6 | 85-90 | 5 | 44-55 |
| 7 | 95-100 | 5.5 | 56-67 |
| 8 | 105-110 | 6 | 68-79 |
| 9 | 115-120 | 6.5 | 80-91 |
| 10 | 125+ | 7+ | 92+ |
One of:
A Two-or-Three Year Ontario College Diploma, or Degree
OR
An equivalent qualification from another institution as judged by the College
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and post secondary education as judged by the College to be equivalent*
Note:
* Applicants may be required to submit a resume and cover letter that includes details of work experience
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