Drones: Tools; Not Toys

Fanshawe College’s Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) program equips students with hands-on drone training and advanced data processing skills, preparing them for in-demand careers across industries such as filmmaking, agriculture, engineering, construction, municipal maintenance, and public safety. With real-world applications and groundbreaking projects, drones and the data they collect are driving innovation and creating a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving world.

Join us for a lecture and live drone demonstration with Fanshawe’s RPAS Program Coordinator, Adam Debevc. Hear insights from recently hired graduates and explore the future of drone technology. Adam will be discussing all things drones on March 25th at 1 PM at F1042 (The Lounge).

Adam Debevc's Bio

Adam Debevc has been passionate about Aviation & Aerospace for as long as he can remember and has worked in the Commercial Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) Industry since 2015. He is an RPAS Pilot, Transport Canada Advanced Operator, Transport Canada Flight Reviewer, and ISED Canada Certified ROC-A (Aeronautical) Examiner.

Currently, Adam is a Faculty Member and Program Coordinator at Fanshawe College, where he leads the Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) Commercial Operations Graduate Certificate Program. His work includes curriculum development, teaching, and research; focusing on equipping students with the skills to design, support, operate, market, and maintain drone systems.

Beyond academics, Adam is an author that actively contributes to the advancement of RPAS technology and industry collaboration, fostering connections between professionals, researchers, and educators to push the industry forward.

As an entrepreneur, Adam co-founded Aerial Scout Inc., a commercial RPAS service provider specializing in municipal government data collection.

Fanshawe Programs Alignment (Drones being used on a regular basis TODAY in the real-world, in a commercial context)

Advanced Filmmaking 

Advanced Law Enforcement, Investigations and Security 

Advanced Police Studies 

Agri-Business Management 

Architectural Technology 

Broadcasting - Television and Film Production 

Civil Engineering Technology 

Construction Engineering Technician

Construction Job Site Management

Emergency Management 

Environmental Technology 

Environmental Design & Planning

Fire Inspection and Fire Safety Education 

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 

GIS and Urban Planning 

Golf and Club Management (Co-op) 

Honours Bachelor of Environmental Design and Planning 

Landscape Design 

Photography 

Photography - Advanced 

Police Foundations 

Sport and Event Marketing