Construction & Drone Operation
Professional Development
Offered through Continuing Education
@ Meramec | Online | Center for Workforce Innovation
Deepen your understanding of construction codes, methods and tools.
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Electrical
National Electrical Code and Calculations: Part II
Learn and review the specialty area of articles in the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) Division 70 (National Electric Code®), including general definitions as a refresher
from Part I. The text will cover hazardous locations, health care facilities, mobile
home parks, manufactured wiring, swimming pools, electric welders and fire pumps along
with special occupancies. Calculations are part of the NEC; basic calculations on
trailer parks, welders, x-ray units and short circuit current will be reviewed and
discussed. Textbook information available on registration page. Prerequisite: National
Electrical Code and Calculations: Part I.
ELEC-705 | 14 sessions | $192 AGE 60+ | $299 REG
P01 Tu 6-9 p.m. | Michael Smith
Jan. 26-May 4 | Online
NOTE: No class March 16.
Drones
Introduction to Drones
Learn the basics of the drone industry, including the operation, history and manufacture
of drones. You’ll explore the current uses of these robotic vehicles in law enforcement,
agriculture, aerial photography and more! Discussion will also include an overview
of current and possible future Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements
to build and regulations to fly drones.
ENGR-706 | 1 session | $25 AGE 60+ | $25 REG
P02 Sa 10 a.m.-noon | Rory Paul
April 3 | MC-SO, 108
Commercial Drones: FAA Part 107 Test Prep
Prepare for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) test to operate a drone! The
new FAA Part 107 regulation now requires operators of commercial for-hire unmanned
aerial vehicles (UAV) to obtain a Remote Pilot Certification with a small Unmanned
Aircraft Systems (UAS) rating, or to be under direct supervision of a person who holds
certification. With guidance from a former airline pilot and current drone instructor,
you’ll review material to prepare for the FAA test. You’ll learn about the new FAA
regulation, airspace classifications, flight restrictions, aeronautical chart study,
airport operations, radio communication, weather, human factors and more. Sample test
questions will also be reviewed. Textbook information available on registration page.
One hour lunch on your own. Registration/withdrawal deadline: April 9.
ENGR-706 | 2 sessions | $159 AGE 60+ | $249 REG
P01 Sa 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Jack Beetz
April 17-24 | FV-CWI, 136
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