Espritdecorps, Canadian Military Magazine announced that new programs at NC will give students hands-on experience building drones, instrument payloads, and autonomous systems. Students will gain hands-on experience building drones, instrument payloads, and autonomous systems, preparing them for what the institution hopes will be sought-after careers in defence, security, aerospace, and emerging technologies.
President Sean Kennedy is quoted in the article: “Niagara College is committed to delivering innovative programming that aligns with industry needs. By launching the Defence Systems Engineering Technology programs, we are once again responding to a national call – preparing skilled graduates to work with drone technologies that are increasingly critical to national defence and public safety.”
Dean of NC’s School of Media, Trades and Technology Duane Bender, is also quoted in the article: “As autonomous systems including drones play an increasingly important role across industries, Niagara College’s new Defence Systems Engineering Technology programs respond to Canada’s need for skilled innovators. The program will prepare students for careers in a rapidly evolving field that is shaping the future.”
Read the Feb. 19 article here.
