Drone
Ranchview High School
Business & Industry or STEM Endorsement
Drone (Unmanned Vehicle) program of study that focuses on the occupational and educational opportunities associated with operating or designing an unmanned aircraft using a ground-based controller. This program of study includes understanding and designing systems of communication between the controller and the aircraft to ensure compliance with federal aviation safety regulations.
This four year plan can be used as an example to help plan your high school career.
| subject | 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language Arts | English | English | English | English |
| Math | Math | Math | Math | Math |
| Science | Science | Science | Science | Science |
| Social Studies | Social Studies | Social Studies | Social Studies | Social Studies |
| CTE Courses |
Introduction to Aerospace and Aviation |
Robotics I |
Robotics II |
Practicum in STEM 8248 (2 credits) |
| Additional Elective | ||||
| Additional Elective | ||||
| Additional Elective |
Possible Industry Based Certifications:
- Engineering Technology Foundations
- Autodesk Certified Professional
- C-103 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate – Robot System Operations
| occupations | median wage | annual openings | % growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineers | $110,843 | 481 | 9% |
| Industrial Engineers | $97,074 | 1,263 | 10% |
| Mechanical Engineers | $91,107 | 1,535 | 11% |
| Chemical Engineers | $112,819 | 474 | 9% |
| Electrical Engineering | $98,405 | 1,137 | 10% |
| Drone Pilot | $50,000 | 192 | 21% |