Drone Technology & Applications

Master drone fundamentals, flight principles, programming, aerial mapping, AI integration, and hands-on real-time drone projects for professional applications.

Learning Mode

Online

Real-Time Projects

Hands-On Practical Learning

Expert Mentorship

Guidance from Industry Experts

Career Support

Placement Assistance & Certification

About the Course

The Drone Technology & Applications Course by SkillDzire provides in-depth knowledge of drones, flight principles, programming, sensors, payloads, aerial mapping, and real-world drone applications. Gain hands-on experience with real-time drone projects and prepare for careers in UAV technology, aerial mapping, smart agriculture, and urban air mobility.

Comprehensive drone fundamentals and flight training

Hands-on experience with real-time UAV projects

Master drone programming, sensors, payloads, and AI integration

Industry-recognized SkillDzire certification & career guidance

Curriculum

Drone Fundamentals

  • History & Evolution of Drones
  • Types of Drones (Fixed-wing, Multirotor, Hybrid)
  • Basic Components of a Drone
  • Terminologies & Classifications (Nano, Micro, Small)

Flight Principles & Aerodynamics

  • Lift, Thrust, Drag, and Weight
  • Stability & Control in Flight
  • Propellers, ESCs, Motors – Working Principles
  • Environmental Effects on Drone Performance

Drone Assembly & Troubleshooting

  • Frame Selection & Build Process
  • Mounting Motors, ESCs, and Propellers
  • Wiring & Circuit Integration
  • Common Issues & Troubleshooting Techniques

Electronics, Sensors & Payloads

  • GPS, IMU, Barometer, Magnetometer
  • Camera, LiDAR, Thermal Sensors
  • Gimbal Setup & Payload Integration

Flight Controllers & Programming

  • Overview of Pixhawk, APM, KK2.1.5, Naza
  • Firmware (ArduPilot, PX4) Installation
  • Configuring PID, Modes & Parameters
  • Basic Programming with Mission Planner/QGroundControl

Flying & Simulator Training

  • Pre-flight Checklist & Controls
  • Hands-on Simulator Training
  • Manual vs Autonomous Flight Practice
  • Safety Procedures During Flight

Mission Planning & Automation

  • Waypoint Navigation
  • Geofencing & No-Fly Zones
  • Return-to-Home (RTH) & Fail-safes
  • Auto Take-off/Landing & Custom Missions

DGCA & Legal Compliance

  • DGCA Drone Rules 2021
  • UIN, UAOP, Flight Permissions (DigitalSky)
  • Registration, Identification, and RPAS Categories

Safety & Maintenance

  • Battery Safety (Li-Po handling)
  • Mechanical Wear & Tear
  • Firmware Updates & System Logs
  • Preventive Maintenance Checklist

Aerial Mapping & GIS

  • Basics of Mapping & Photogrammetry
  • Ground Control Points (GCPs) & Data Accuracy
  • Using DroneDeploy, Pix4D, or DJI Terra
  • Exporting GIS Data (DEM, Orthomosaic, 3D)

Applications & Use-Cases

  • Agriculture (Crop Monitoring, Spraying)
  • Infrastructure & Inspection (Bridges, Powerlines)
  • Delivery & Logistics
  • Surveillance, Media, Disaster Response

Emerging Tech in Drones

  • AI & Computer Vision in Drones
  • Swarm Drones & BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight)
  • 5G, Edge Computing, IoT in Drone Tech

Hands-On Real-Time Exposure Tasks

  • Drone-Enabled Disaster Response & Relief with AI-Based Victim Detection
  • Drones for Efficient Water Resource Management and Irrigation Monitoring
  • Autonomous Drone Delivery System with BVLOS Operations
  • Implementing Precision Agriculture with Drones for Smart Farming
  • Drone-Based Smart City Monitoring for Rural & Urban Development
  • Drone Swarm Technology for Search-and-Rescue & Surveillance
  • LiDAR-Enabled Drones for 3D Mapping & Terrain Analysis
  • Drone-Based Renewable Energy Asset Inspection (Solar, Wind, Transmission Lines)
  • AI-Powered Drone Traffic Management System for Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
  • Security & Defense Applications of UAVs – Border Surveillance & Anti-Drone Systems
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Projects You Will Work On

Disaster Response Drone

Integrate AI and thermal sensors to locate survivors in floods, earthquakes, and wildfires.

Water Resource Monitoring

Use drones to track soil moisture, crop hydration, and optimize irrigation for agriculture.

Autonomous Drone Delivery

Develop BVLOS delivery systems with route planning, obstacle avoidance, and compliance models.

Student Testimonials

"This drone course gave me hands-on exposure and helped me pursue a career in UAV technology."

- Ravi Kumar

"Learning drone assembly, programming, and aerial mapping boosted my practical skills."

- Priya Sharma

"SkillDzire’s drone program helped me implement real-world drone solutions in smart agriculture."

- Ankit Mehta