USI at Motlow State
Fast Track Program Details
12-Week Professional Remote Operator Program
Program Overview
The Fast Track Drone Pilot Program at Motlow State includes in-depth instruction on UAS safety, regulatory certifications, and provides hands-on flight experience to prepare participants for a career in UAS. Multiple industry certifications will be earned from this streamlined curriculum, which can be completed in as few as 12 weeks.
Certifications Available:
1 - Remote Pilot Certificate (From the Federal Aviation Administration)
2 - Visual Line Of Sight (VLOS) Operations Ground Certification - Safety Level 3 from USI
3 - VLOS Operations Flight Certification - Safety Level 4 from USI
4 - Certificate of Completion (From Motlow State)
Program Duration / Schedule
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- Duration: 12 weeks of intensive, full-time study
- Structure: Combination of online and instructor-led activities, including on-site training at Motlow State.
Cost: $4,500*
*Financing is available through Shop Pay and includes payment plan options.
Overview
Fast Track Program Details
12-Week Professional UAS Maintenance Technician Program
Program Overview
The UAS Maintenance Technician Fast Track Program at Motlow State is designed to provide foundational knowledge and practical skills in the maintenance of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS). The curriculum emphasizes Group 1 aircraft weighing less than 20 pounds and aligns with lower-risk operations conducted under FAA Part 107 regulations. Students receive in-depth instruction on sUAS classification, control systems, data links, payloads, electrical theory, inspections, and preventative maintenance, paired with hands-on experience, preparing participants for entry-level and advancing careers in UAS maintenance. Multiple industry certifications are earned through this streamlined program, which can be completed in 12 weeks..
Certifications Available:
1 - UAS Technology and Safety Fundamentals Certification (Safety Level 1 from USI)
2 - Principles of UAS Maintenance Certification (Safety Level 2 From USI)
3 - Certificate of Completion (From Motlow State)
Program Duration / Schedule
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- Duration: 12 weeks of intensive, full-time study
- Structure: Combination of online and instructor-led activities, including on-site training at Texas A&M - RELLIS
Cost: $4,500*
*Financing is available through Shop Pay and includes payment plan options.