Remote Pilot Certification

This award is not eligible for Financial Aid

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Remote Pilot Certification is designed to prepare students for safe and effective operation of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 regulations. The program emphasizes understanding of unmanned aircraft systems, aeronautical safety, the National Airspace System, and weather. Students will develop skills in communication, risk assessment, flight operations, ethical and legal considerations, and aerial imaging. Successful completion of the program prepares students for the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate exam and entry-level employment in sUAS operations.

Details

Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Academic Plan Code
5366N
Total credits required
5
Catalog Year
2026 - 2027
What You'll Learn
  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the Uncrewed aircraft systems.
  2. Assess ethical, privacy, and legal implications of drone use in commercial and community settings.
  3. Demonstrate understanding of Aeronautical Safety as it applies to flying Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of the National Airspace System.
  5. Communicate effectively using aviation terminology and procedures in operational scenarios.
  6. Analyze weather data and airspace information to determine flight feasibility and safety considerations.
  7. Operate sUAS platforms with proficiency while demonstrating flight safety, precision, and situational awareness.
  8. Collect aerial imagery to support industry applications.
  9. Conduct UAS operations to ensure safety and compliance with FAA 107 regulations.
Career Statistics

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Commercial Pilots
$99,590

* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
UAS101 or
(UAS101AA and
UAS101AB)		 Unmanned Aircraft Systems Ground School or (Unmanned Aircraft Systems Ground School and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Ground School) 2
UAS107 Remote Pilot Certification and Flight Operations 3

Courses Not Currently Offered

Chandler-Gilbert Community College does not currently offer these courses. These courses may be offered by other Maricopa Community Colleges as indicated below. Select the link to view current availability and whether courses are offered in person, online, or in a hybrid format. Tuition rates are the same across Maricopa Community Colleges, but course fees may vary.

Courses listed in this pathway map that are not currently offered at Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Course Number Course Name Offering Colleges
UAS101AB Unmanned Aircraft Systems Ground School Not currently offered
Official Curriculum Documentation
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Catalog page: https://cgc.catalog.maricopa.edu/programs/5366N-CGC08
Disclaimer

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.