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Drone pilots remotely operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). They navigate the drone as well as activate other equipment as cameras, sensors as LIDARS to calculate distances, or any other instrumentation.

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Competences
64
Groups
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Essential
31
Optional
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Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 7 competences

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aviation meteorology

The scientific field of study that interprets the impact of weather on air traffic management (ATM) and how thorough changes in pressure and temperature values at airports can create variations in head and tail-wind components, and may impose low visibility operating conditions. Knowledge of aviation meteorology can help to reduce negative impact on the ATM system by diminishing disruption and the consequent problems of disturbed flow rates, lost capacity and induced additional costs.

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aviation standards and recommended practices

The official Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) of ICAO, designed to assist in the management of aviation safety risks in order to reduce the number of aviation accidents and incidents.

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civil aviation regulations

The body of regulations, rules and signals that apply to the field of civil aviation, including marshalling signals.

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data protection

The principles, ethical issues, regulations and protocols of data protection.

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digital camera sensors

Types of sensors used in digital cameras, such as charged coupled devices (CCD) and complementary metal oxide semiconductor sensors (CMOS).

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guidance, navigation and control

The engineering discipline that deals with the design and development of systems that can control the motion of automobiles, ships, space- and aircraft. It includes control over vehicle's trajectory from its present location to a designated target and vehicle's speed and altitude.

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unmanned air systems

The systems used to remotely control unmanned aerial vehicles by onboard computers or by a pilot on the ground or in the air.

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Essential skills and competences 24 competences

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comply with air traffic control operations

Act in compliance with instruction provided by air traffic controllers.

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ensure compliance with civil aviation regulations

Ensure best practice standards are adopted and all regulatory requirements met

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Make sure that all official aviation regulations are followed.
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ensure public safety and security

Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.

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operate a camera

Capture moving images with a camera. Operate the camera skilfully and safely to obtain high quality material.

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operate control systems

Configure and operate electrical, electronic and control equipment. Maintain, monitor and control operations on a control system to ensure major risks are controlled and prevented.

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perform flight manoeuvres

Perform flight manoeuvres in critical situations, and associated ‘upset’ manoeuvres, in order to avoid collision.

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perform take off and landing

Perform normal and cross-wind take-off and landing operations.

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test instrumentation equipment

Check the instrumentation equipment for accuracy and performance using pneumatic, electronic, and electrical test and measuring equipment and hand tools.

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undertake procedures to meet UAV flight requirements

Ensure that operation certificates are valid, ensure that the configuration setting is correct, and check if engines are suitable for the flight.

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use meteorological information

Use and interpret meteorological information for operations dependent on climatic conditions. Use this information to provide advise on safe operations in relation to weather conditions.

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use wrenches

Use spanners to adjust machinery and equipment.

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Cross-sector

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adapt to changing situations

Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.

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have spatial awareness

Be aware of your position and the space around you. Understand the relationship of objects around you when there is a change of position.

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operate radio navigation instruments

Operate radio navigation instruments to determine the position of aircraft in the airspace.

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prepare production prototypes

Prepare early models or prototypes in order to test concepts and replicability possibilities. Create prototypes to assess for pre-production tests.

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protect personal data and privacy

Protect personal data and privacy in digital environments. Understand how to use and share personally identifiable information while being able to protect oneself and others from damages. Understand that digital services use a “Privacy policy” to inform how personal data is used.

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read assembly drawings

Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.

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read engineering drawings

Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.

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read maps

Read maps effectively.

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read standard blueprints

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

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record test data

Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input.

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use power tools

Operate power driven pumps. Use hand tools or power tools. Use vehicle repair tools or safety equipment.

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use remote control equipment

Use a remote control to operate equipment. Watch the equipment closely while operating, and use any sensors or cameras to guide your actions.

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wear appropriate protective gear

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

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Optional knowledge 14 competences

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roofing drones

Types of remotely operated aircraft (ROA) which are used for visually assessing roofing damage, image or video capturing and gathering general size information for roofing works and further construction.

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crop production principles

Principles in growing crops, the natural cycle, nursing of nature, growth conditions and principles of organic and sustainable production. Quality criterias and requirements of seeds, plants and crop.

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international waterways

The international waterways used for maritime navigation, the geographical location of currents, maritime waterways, and harbours.

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offshore constructions and facilities

Structures and facilities installed in a marine environment, usually for the production and transmission of electricity, oil, gas and other resources.

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rail infrastructure

Thoroughly understand the characteristics of railway infrastructure: rail technologies, track gauges, rail signalling, rail junctions, etc.

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Cross-sector

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agronomical production principles

The techniques, methods and principles of conventional agronomical production.

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agronomy

The study of combining agriculture production and protection and regeneration of natural environment. It includes the principles and methods of critical selection and adequate application methods for sustainability in agriculture.

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audio editing software

The various software for editing and generating audio, such as Adobe Audition, Soundforge, and Power Sound Editor.

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automation technology

Set of technologies that make a process, system, or apparatus operate automatically through the use of control systems.

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entrepreneurship

The development, organisation and management of an own business venture.

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pneumatics

The application of pressurised gas to produce mechanical motion.

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robotic components

The components that can be found in robotic systems, such as microprocessors, electronics, sensors, circuit boards, encoders, servomotors, controllers, pneumatics or hydraulics.

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statistical analysis system software

Specific software system (SAS) used for advanced analytics, business intelligence, data management, and predictive analytics.

digital
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This includes SPSS
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surveillance methods

Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.

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Optional skills and competences 19 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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address aircraft mechanical issues

Identify and resolve mechanical issues which arise during flight. Identify malfunctions in fuel gauges, pressure indicators and other electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components.

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apply precision farming

Using modern technologies and equipment with high precision positioning systems, geo-mapping and/or automated steering systems for agricultural activities.

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apply transportation management concepts

Apply transport industry management concepts in order to improve transportation processes, reduce waste, increase efficiency, and improve schedule preparation.

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carry out navigational calculations

Solve mathematical problems to achieve safe navigation.

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edit digital moving images

Use specialised software to edit video images for use in an artistic production.

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ensure aircraft compliance with regulation

Ensure that every aircraft complies with applicable regulation and all components and equipment have officially valid components.

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inspect pipelines

Walk flow lines to identify damage or leaks; use electronic detection equipment and conduct visual inspections.

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maintain robotic equipment

Diagnose and detect malfunctions in robotic components and systems and remove, replace, or repair these components when necessary. Execute preventative equipment maintenance tasks, such as storing robotic components in clean, dust-free, and non-humid spaces.

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manage forest fires

Protect life, property and resources by preventing forest fires. Detect, control, restrict and suppress fires when they occur. Integrate knowledge of fire regimes, the effects of fire and the values at risk, the required level of forest protection, and costs of fire-related activities.

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perform routine flight operations checks

Perform checks before and during flight: conduct pre-flight and in-flight inspections of aircraft performance, route and fuel usage, runway availability, airspace restrictions, etc.

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perform search and rescue missions

Assist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.

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respond to changing navigation circumstances

Respond decisively and in sufficient time to unexpected and rapidly changing situations while navigating.

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analyse weather forecast

Analyse weather forecasts and the information provided on meteorological conditions, such as wind forces, atmospheric structures, clouds, and visibility. Constantly monitor weather conditions to maintain the validity of the forecast. Provide analyses depending on the requirements of various different industries and service providers. Evaluate routine air observations.

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comply with checklists

Follow checklists and ensure compliance with all the items included in them.

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extinguish fires

Choose the adequate substances and methods to extinguish fires depending on their size, such as water and various chemical agents. Use a breathing apparatus.

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inspect offshore constructions

Conduct regular inspections during and after the construction of offshore facilities such as oil platforms to ensure risk minimisation and compliance with regulations.

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maintain sensor equipment

Diagnose and detect malfunctions in sensor components, systems, and products using sensors and remove, replace, or repair these components when necessary. Execute preventative equipment maintenance tasks, such as storing the components in clean, dust-free, and non-humid spaces.

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survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment

Identify muster signals and what emergencies they signal. Comply with established procedures. Don and use a lifejacket or an immersion suit. Safely jump into the water from a height. Swim and right an inverted liferaft while wearing a swim while wearing a lifejacket. Keep afloat without a lifejacket. Board a survival craft from the ship, or from the water while wearing a lifejacket. Take initial actions on boarding survival craft to enhance chance of survival. Stream a drogue or sea-anchor. Operate survival craft equipment. Operate location devices, including radio equipment.

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use different communication channels

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

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