Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones)
FAA PART 107 CERTIFICATION
This course pathway prepares students to become a certified in small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Safety enabling them to gain employment as qualified remote pilots. Students completing this course will understand the capabilities and limitations of the technology to include hardware and software. They will understand the environment in which UAS technology will be applied, to include both the physical and political environment. They will explore the capabilities and limitations of human remote pilots and using that understanding become a responsible member of the aviation community. Safety is also addressed as students explore the concept of safety and the role of managing risk and organizational decision-making to improve unmanned aviation safety.
sUAS Safety Ground School *
This class is designed to train individuals to pass the FAA 107 exam required for commercial and government remote pilots. The course focus on small UAS weighing less than 55 pounds. Topics covered are applicable regulations relating to small unmanned aircraft system rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation, effects of weather, loading, emergency procedures, crew management, radio procedures, aeronautical decision making, airport operations, and maintenance and pre-flight inspection process.
COST: All fees are waived for 2020-2021 School Year
National City Adult School
619-336-9400
Days: 2- days Tuesday & Thursday. You have choice of morning or evening classes
Length: 1 Semester
Times: 8:00am – 12:15pm
OR 4:15pm to 8:15pm
Introduction to Thermography – NEW CLASS (thermal imaging focused on Drone applications)
This course covers the basics of infrared theory, heat transfer concepts, equipment operation and selections, industry standards, reports, and image analysis as it pertains to small unmanned aircraft.. Through readings, research and hands-on projects, students will learn how thermal imaging works, and explore applications across industries. They will learn how to take quality images and how to choose the correct thermal camera for a particular job. Students will be able to identify thermal exceptions and detail findings in reports meeting industry standards.
Cost: All fees are waived for 2020-2021 School Year
National City Adult School
619-336-9400
DAYS: 2 days – Monday & Wednesday. You have a choice of morning or evening classes. Evening classes will be held indoors due to weather and time change.
Length: 1 Semester
Times: 8:00am – 12:15pm
OR 4:15pm to 8:15pm
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations – Not Currently Offered
Students will explore the concepts of decision-making bias, stress, and methods for safely identifying and mitigating risk while making time critical decisions. Students will build competencies flying several types of drones (SYMA X5C-1, DJI Mavic Pro, DJI Inspire 2, DJI Phantom 4.) indoors and at the flying field. Activities include working in groups to perform pre-flight checks, tracking flight time, maintaining proper records, post flight debriefings, and using available apps and websites.
Cost: All fees are waived for 2020-2021 School Year
National City Adult School
619-336-9400
DAYS: 2 days – Monday & Wednesday. You have a choice of morning or evening classes. Evening classes will be held indoors due to weather and time change.
Length: 1 Semester
Times: 8:00am – 12:15pm
OR 4:15pm to 8:15pm
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Computer Applications (cc)
VA Approved Course
Learn how to create and edit letters, spreadsheets, presentations, databases and other professional-looking documents for the workplace. Gain expertise in the new Microsoft Office 2016 application suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. 2 Semester Course
Computer Applications: Beginning
This Introductory course provides training in Microsoft Office 2016. Students learn basics of each software program and integrate programs to perform workplace simulations. Students also gain knowledge of productivity Apps for school and work such as Microsoft OneNote, Sway, Office 365, Edge and Windows 10
Length: 1 semester
Computer Applications: Intermediate
This course builds on the Introductory course and provides advanced training in Microsoft Office 2016. Students learn how to integrate programs and work with advanced tools and features. Students also gain knowledge of productivity Apps for school and work such as Microsoft OneNote, Sway, Office 365 and Edge in Office 2016 and Windows 10.
Length: 1 Semester
COST: All fees are waived for 2020-2021 School Year
Chula Vista Adult School
(619 ) 796-7000
Schedule:
Monday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Tuesday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesday:
8:00am – 11:00am
6:35 pm – 8:30pm
Thursday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Montgomery Adult School
(619) 600-3800
Schedule:
Monday:
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Tuesday:
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesday:
6:35 pm – 8:30pm
Thursday:
4:30pm – 8:30pm
National City Adult School
(619) 336-9400
Schedule:
Monday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Tuesday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesday:
8:00am – 11:00am
6:35 pm – 8:30pm
Thursday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:30pm – 8:30pm
San Ysidro Adult School
(619) 428-7200
Schedule:
Monday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
Wednesday:
8:00am – 11:00am
Thursday:
8:00am – 12:00pm
Books: Illustrated Series
Introductory: Microsoft Office 365 Office 2016 ISBN# 978-1-305-87603-3
Intermediate: Microsoft Office 365 Office 2016 ISBN# 978-1-337-11378-6
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