South Carolina’s Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) announced that it is teaming up with the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) on a new Drone Pilot Training course. 
According to a statement from HGTC, this “8-week UAS Bootcamp program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in drone operations, safety, regulations, and hands-on flight training—culminating in multiple nationally recognized certifications.”
HGTC reported that the course is open to those new to drones, as well as hobbyists seeking to “turn their passion into a profession or currently employed individuals desiring a new, in-demand skillset in the fast-growing drone industry.”
The bootcamp will include “live virtual classes, on-site flight training, and a curriculum that spans aeronautics, mission planning, primary flight operations, and UAS technology,” HGTC stated. Students will learn how drones are used in fields such as agriculture, farming, public safety, transportation, and energy. Moreover, they will be able to earn the following certifications:
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- USI Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) System Operation Ground Certification
- USI Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) System Operation Flight Certification
- USI Safety Level 1 (Fundamentals of UAS) Certification
According to HGTC, the course “is open to individuals 18 years or older, and full scholarships are available for eligible students through the SCWINS program.”
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