Getting Started with Drone Careers and Drone Applications in Geomatics
Certificate of Competency Earth, Space and Environmental Sciences · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This program will provide students and members of the general public with a basic understanding of drone safety, commercial applications of drones, and various career pathways. Additionally, students will also learn about the basics of geomatics, and how tools such as drones and geographic information systems are used in land surveying.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Differentiate between the registration requirements for recreational versus commercial drone operations in the US.
- Compare and contrast the skills and qualifications for different drone-related careers.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Program Requirements | 0 | |
| N GEOG 900 | Introduction to Drone Safety and Applications in Geomatics | 0 |
| N GEOG 901 | Careers in the Drone and Geomatic Industries | 0 |
| Total | 0 | |