Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Drone Piloting
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This programme is conducted on-campus at SMU and City On A Hill SG.
3 days
Weeknights (7pm - 10:30pm)
Saturday (9am - 6:00pm)
SMU & City On A Hill SG
Who Should Attend
- Drone Photographers & Videographers
- Surveillance and Security Professionals
- Logistics and Facade Professionals
- Building Inspection Professionals
- Aspiring drone pilots seeking foundational knowledge in UAV operation.
- Hobbyists and enthusiasts looking to understand the regulations and safety aspects of drone piloting.
PREREQUISITE
- Learners must be able to read, write, and speak English
- Must be physically fit
- Participants should have at least 2 years of working experience
Overview
This comprehensive module is designed to introduce participants to the world of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones. The course aims to provide essential theoretical knowledge and practical insights into the operation of UAVs. It covers a broad spectrum of topics, including the general unmanned aircraft system (UAS) framework, principles of flight, air law, safety protocols, and operational guidelines. This module includes an introduction to UAPL requirements, which will be helpful for learners who wish to further pursue their UAPL.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the 3-day course, participants will be able to:
- Identify different types of drones
- State UAV applications
- Observe safety guidelines for UAV operations
- List down the Singapore regulations of flying drone
- Understand how to handle and use UAV drone
Assessment
- MCQ
CERTIFICATION
Upon meeting the attendance and assessment criteria, participants will be awarded a digital Certificate in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Drone Piloting. Please refer to our course policies to view the attendance and assessment criteria.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| COMPANY-SPONSORED | |||
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
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$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
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Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
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International Participant |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Company Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees are eligible for ETSS funding only if their company's SME status is approved prior to the course commencement date. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
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