Introduction to Drones for Environmental Science
Course provided by Model Institute of Engineering & Technology
4 modules
Learn to monitor and protect the environment using drones
3-4 Level NCrF
National Credit Framework
30 Hours
Flexible Learning
Beginner Level
No prior experience required
Nano Course
01 Credit
Course Overview
This course focuses on using UAVs (drones) for crop and terrain monitoring, equipping you with practical skills in aerial imaging, data collection, and analysis. You will learn to assess crop health, monitor soil and terrain conditions, and generate actionable insights for precision agriculture and land management. By the end of the course, you will be able to deploy UAVs effectively to optimize agricultural productivity and sustainable land use.
Key Learning Highlights
- Identify different types of drones and their components.
- Evaluate the pros and cons of drone-based data collection in environmental contexts.
- Understand ethical, legal, and safety considerations when operating drones.
- Plan basic environmental missions using drones.
- Explore career pathways involving scientific drone applications.
Tools & Platforms Used
Learning Outcome
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Identify different types of drones and their components.
Evaluate the pros and cons of drone-based data collection in environmental contexts.
Understand ethical, legal, and safety considerations when operating drones.
Plan basic environmental missions using drones.
Explore career pathways involving scientific drone applications.
Master the course with just 4 Modules
Master the course with just 4 carefully designed modules that cover all essential aspects of drones for environmental science. From understanding UAV fundamentals to advanced applications in terrain and crop monitoring, this course gives you practical skills and hands-on experience efficiently, helping you become job-ready in no time.
Module 1
Fundamentals of Drone Technology: components, types, inclusive terminology.
Module 2
Role of Drones in Environmental Science: use cases, benefits, limitations.
Module 3
Legal, Ethical, and Research Planning Considerations in Drone Use.
Module 4
The Scientist Pilot: Career insights and professional applications.
Roles
Drone Mapping Technician
- Environmental Drone Analyst
