Course Overview:
This intensive 6-day training is designed to equip professionals with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience required to master drone operations for surveying and data analysis. Participants will learn to operate drones safely and efficiently, process geospatial data, and integrate drone technology into various industry applications. The course blends theoretical sessions with real-world practical exercises to ensure comprehensive learning.
Target Audience
Course Delivery
Pre-requisites
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will:
Course Structure
Day 1: Introduction to Drone Technology & Regulatory Framework
Overview of Mobile Data Collection Tools
o Overview of drones and their applications in surveying
o Advantages over traditional surveying methods
o National and local drone regulations, airspace classifications, and data privacy
Exercise:
o Identifying drone components and basic assembly
o Pre-flight safety checks and understanding airspace maps
Outcome: Understand drone fundamentals and legal compliance.
Day 2: Drone Hardware, Software, and Maintenance
Drone Hardware, Software, and Maintenance
o Fixed-wing vs. multirotor drones, camera systems, GNSS receivers
o Flight planning software (DroneDeploy, Pix4D) and post-processing tools
o Calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting common issues
Exercise:
o Configuring flight planning software for a sample mission
o Hands-on drone calibration and basic troubleshooting
Outcome: Gain proficiency in drone hardware and software setup.
Day 3: Principles of Aerial Surveying & Mapping
Principles of Aerial Surveying & Mapping
o Basics of photogrammetry, data accuracy (GSD), and imagery overlap
o Coordinate systems (latitude, longitude, UTM) and projections
o Accuracy enhancement using Ground Control Points (GCPs), RTK, and PPK
Exercise:
o Setting up GCPs in a field scenario
o Capturing images with optimal overlap for mapping accuracy
Outcome: Apply photogrammetry principles and coordinate systems in surveying..
Day 4: Flight Operations & Data Collection
Flight Operations & Data Collection
o Pre-flight planning: Site assessment, risk analysis, flight path design
o Autonomous and manual flight execution
o Post-flight procedures: Data transfer, equipment maintenance
Exercise:
o Plan and execute a drone survey mission (autonomous flight with manual intervention scenarios)
o Conduct post-flight checks and data retrieval
Outcome: Execute drone flights safely and effectively in real-world conditions..
Day 5: Data Processing, Analysis, and GIS Integration
Data Processing, Analysis, and GIS Integration
o Photogrammetry workflows: Orthomosaics, DEMs, DSMs
o LiDAR data processing: Point cloud classification, 3D modeling
o Integrating drone data with GIS platforms for advanced analysis
Exercise:
o Processing flight data to create an orthomosaic map
o Importing processed data into GIS for visualization and analysis
Outcome: Analyze drone-captured data for decision-making applications.
Day 6: Industry Applications, Certification, and Final Project
Industry Applications, Certification, and Final Project
o Case studies: Land surveying, construction monitoring, environmental assessment, agriculture
o Certification preparation: Regulatory knowledge and compliance testing
o Final project overview: Planning and executing a comprehensive drone survey
Exercise:
o Participants conduct a full drone survey project, from flight planning to data analysis
o Present project findings, including orthomosaic maps, 3D models, and GIS integration
Outcome: Demonstrate drone surveying proficiency and data analysis skills in a final project.
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