Overview
Remote Operator's Certificate (ReOC) Training Course
If you intend to integrate Remote Aircraft Operations into your existing business, or to build a business using remotely piloted aircraft you must also hold a Remote Operator's Certificate (ReOC).
The Remote Operator's Certificate (ReOC) builds upon your existing Remote Pilot's License and expands your knowledge by focusing on planning and executing missions in complex airspace where permissions, exemptions or exclusions from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) must be obtained prior to commencing operations.
What are the prerequisites?
Prior to commencing training for your Remote Operator's Certificate (ReOC), you must hold a Remote Pilot's Licence (RePL), you will also hold a current Aviation Reference Number (ARN) and it is strongly advised that you hold or complete an Aeronautical Radio Operator's Certificate (AROC) as this is essential should you wish to seek permissions from CASA to operate in Controlled or Restricted Airspace or to operate outside of Standard Operating Conditions (SOC).
What will I learn?
During the course you will be presented with several real-world scenarios and will be guided by our expert instructor and Chief Remote Instructor (CRI) on how to obtain all of the necessary information in order to complete Job Safety Assessments (JSA's), Risk Assessments (RI), and how to approach CASA should permissions be required.
We will also provide you with a comprehensive set of manuals and procedures, ensuring that you are fully compliant with current regulatory requirements.
We will then arrange for a one-on-one interview with our CASA Delegate who will provide you with a scenario that you will complete and submit within a specified time frame (normally 72 hours), following which, our Delegate will review your submission to ensure you are ready to commence operations a remote operator.
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Benefits Of Studying This Course
If you wish to set up your own business providing Remote Pilot services on a commercial basis and you want to operate equipment weighing more than 2KG, or you want to employ additional Remote Pilots you MUST hold a Remote Operator's Certificate (ReOC).
In addition, if you need to seek permissions from, exemptions or exclusions to operate outside Standard Operating Conditions (SOC's) you MUST hold a Remote Operator's Certificate (ReOC):
This includes permissions to operate more than one aircraft at a time, operations at night, operations closer than 30m to people, swarming, aerial spraying, operations above 120m/400ft, operations within 3NM of a controlled airport or operations in restricted airspace.
Employment Opportunities
Our well trained, licenced (Remote Pilot's Licence - RePL), Certified (Remote Operator's Certificate - ReOC) Operators, hold positions across many industries where their key focus is on managing Remote Operations for either their own business or as the Chief Remote Pilot (CRP), Maintenance Controller (MC) or Chief Remote Instructor (CRI) for their employer.
The rapid growth of the Remote Aviation Industry and the ongoing uptake and integration of Remote Aviation capabilities into other industries has led to a significant shortfall for qualified and experienced Operators.
The Remote Operators Certificate unlocks opportunities across many industries, and with new applications and use-cases being developed almost daily, the opportunities are limitless.
Past students hold positions across many industries including:
- First Responders
- Fire Fighters
- Health Care Professionals
- Agriculture, Forestry and Viticulture
- Environmental Management, Land Management and Wildlife Protection
- Surf Life Saving and Shark Spotting and Photography
- Coastal Management, Marine and Fisheries, Water Resource Management
- Data Acquisition, Analytics and Data Science
- Technology and Mechatronics
- Surveying, Construction, Architecture and Asset Management
- Resources Management, Mining, Health and Safety and Defence
- Remote Communities, Protection of endangered and sensitive sites & Tourism
About The Sector
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The Remote Aviation Industry is one of the fastest growing industries worldwide. In Australia, we have witnessed exponential growth every year with many companies now struggling to attract and retain experienced and qualified Remote Pilots.
In 2018 we hardly ever saw a role advertised for a Chief Remote Pilot, recently, we have seen almost a dozen Chief Remote Pilot Roles with Salaries well over the $200K mark for suitably qualified individuals.
Remote Pilots must consider the other skills and practical expertise they will bring to the market in order to make them stand out, have you technical skills or IT experience?, if not, is there a course available to build these micro qualifications, remember in a rapidly growing industry, the needs and expectations of employers and clients will also continue to grow and develop so it is key to keep on top of industry developments and regulations.
At Suas Rov we see education as a life-long journey, we are proud of our great record and as both a CASA Certified Training Organisation and a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), we are the perfect partner to help you build your skills and grow your brand in this industry.
Past students now work across many industries including:
- First Responders
- Fire Fighters
- Health Care Professionals
- Agriculture, Forestry and Viticulture
- Environmental Management, Land Management and Wildlife Protection
- Surf Life Saving and Shark Spotting and Photography
- Coastal Management, Marine and Fisheries, Water Resource Management
- Data Acquisition, Analytics and Data Science
- Technology and Mechatronics
- Surveying, Construction, Architecture and Asset Management
- Resources Management, Mining, Health and Safety and Defence
- Remote Communities, Protection of endangered and sensitive sites & Tourism
With new applications and use cases being developed constantly, the opportunities are almost limitless!
Curriculum
As part of your ReOC process, you will receive coaching from our Senior Instructors on how to complete a Job Safety assessment and Risk Assessment, where to find the required information in order to ensure that you are fully competent in when, where and how to fly safely in advance of your CASA delegate review.
The Mission Preparation Workshop will cover Job Safety Assessments, Risk Assessments, the CASA Risk Rating Matrix, approved sources of information, responsibilities of a Chief Remote Pilot and Maintenance Controller and record keeping requirements, where and how to get the information, how to submit approvals and exemptions to CASA and where to obtain key sources of information. It will be similar to the workshop you completed for your RePL theory, however, this workshop will go into a little more detail so that you are ready to complete your ReOC with the CASA delegate.
Course Units
Courses are delivered asynchronously using our state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS) and Apple and Android Applications, enabling learners to access bite sized lessons, supported by virtual training, quizzes, videos, real-world examples, exam preparation and tutorials. For our Corporate and University customers we also off a range of training modes to align with learners schedules and training calendars.
Using real-world examples you will complete a portfolio of Mission Preparation Scenarios:
- Job Safety Assessment
- Risk Assessments
- Weather Reports
- Airspace Classifications
- Radio Frequencies
- CASA Approvals
- Other Permissions
- Operations outside of Standard Operating Conditions
Course Duration
The Remote Operator's Certificate runs over 1 day, and is typically an online course.
Learners will also be provided with a comprehensive set of Manuals and Operational Procedures and will also have additional work to do in their own time to complete a mission preparation scenario as provided by our CASA Delegate, following which there will be an one on one telephone call with the Delegate to ensure you have captured all of the necessary information.
Learning Materials
Suas Rov provides all of the necessary learning materials for the course.
Assessment Types
There is no written examination for the course, however, you must complete a mission preparation scenario and submit this to the CASA delegate, in advance of a one on one telephone conversation to review your submission.
Certification / Recognition
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded you CASA Certified, Remote Operator's Certificate, you will also be provided with a comprehensive set of Manuals and Operational Procedures.
Requirements
Learner Requirements
Prior to enrolling for this course, you must hold a Remote Pilot's Licence (minimum Sub 7KG).
We strongly advise that you also complete an Aeronautical Radio Operator's Course.
Aviation Reference Number (ARN)
It is a prerequisite for students wishing to complete this course that they hold an Aviation Reference Number.
Aviation Reference Number (ARN):
CASA requires all licensed personnel to hold an Aviation Reference Number (ARN) . This is how CASA uniquely identifies you and records your training and license credentials, you must hold an ARN in order to sit your remote pilot's license exam. There are two types of ARN, an individual ARN and a Company ARN. If you are considering Commercial Operations we would recommend that you get both, then you can add it to your company in the future.
Link to CASA website ARN request form (online): CASA ARN Application
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
There is no recognition of prior learning for this course.
Funding and Fees
Course Fees
The course includes:
- All CASA fees,
- Production of your Operations Manual and Procedures Library,
- Half day Mission Preparation Workshop with our expert instructor
- Guidance through the ReOC process.
- Engagement with our CASA Delegate.
Please view course pricing and packages here.
Why Suas Rov
Deep Industry Contacts that provide detailed real-world insights to support your Remote Aviation journey
University quality training, under the guidance of our Chief Remote Instructor (CRI), Chief Remote Pilot (CRP) and Head of E-Learning
We guide you along your Remote Aviation journey with state of the art training materials, equipment and learning methodologies
Further Education and Career Pathways
When you complete this course, you may want to enhance your skills and knowledge and your job promotion prospects by going on to study:
- AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) - Learn more here
- BVLOS (OCTA) Two day course to prepare for the Beyond Visual Line of Sight Exam - Learn more here
- CASA Remote Pilot's Licence (25KG Upgrade) - Learn more here
- Aeronautical Radio Operator's Certificate (AROC) - Learn more here
University Pathways
Suas Rov is the Remote Aviation Training Partner to a number of leading Australian Universities providing education pathway options for Vocational Training and Education (TAFE) and University study.
