Drone Dynamics: From Photography to Advanced Applications
Master drone piloting, focusing on capturing stunning aerial photographs, exploring diverse drone applications, and understanding the impact of AI on the drone industry.
Responsible | Mark Clulow |
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Last Update | 05/04/2025 |
Completion Time | 1 day 12 hours 55 minutes |
Members | 1 |
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START HERE3Lessons · 1 hr 1 min
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Intro to Drones 101
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Assessment Methods
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Required Equipment
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Week 1: Introduction to Drones and Safety Protocols6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Course introduction and overview of drone technology evolution
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Day 2: Types of drones: consumer, prosumer, and professional models
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Day 3: Essential components of a drone system (frame, motors, propellers, battery, controller)
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Day 4: Pre-flight checklists and basic maintenance procedures
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Day 5: Safety protocols and risk management
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Practical Session: First contact with drones in a controlled environment10 xp
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Week 2: Fundamentals of Drone Flight6Lessons · 2 hrs 54 mins
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Day 1: Principles of flight and aerodynamics
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Day 2: Understanding drone controls (throttle, yaw, pitch, roll)
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Day 3: Manual flight practice in beginner mode
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Day 4: Understanding flight modes and when to use them
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Day 5: Mastering take-off, hovering, and landing
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Practical Session: Basic flight manoeuvres in open space10 xp
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Week 3: Introduction to Aerial Photography6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Camera equipment and technical specifications
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Day 2: Understanding exposure, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO for aerial photography
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Day 3: Composition principles for aerial shots
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Day 4: Framing techniques and perspective considerations
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Day 5: Light and time of day considerations for aerial photography
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Practical Session: Capturing basic still images with drones10 xp
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Week 4: Advanced Drone Flight Techniques6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Precision flying and obstacle avoidance
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Day 2: Flying in challenging conditions
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Day 3: Automated flight patterns for photography (orbit, dronie, reveal)
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Day 4: Waypoint navigation and mission planning
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Day 5: Tracking moving subjects
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Practical Session: Executing complex flight maneuvers10 xp
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Week 5: Post-Processing Aerial Images6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Introduction to photo editing software for aerial photography
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Day 2: Color correction and white balance adjustment techniques
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Day 3: Advanced editing: perspective correction, noise reduction, and sharpening
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Day 4: Creating panoramas and HDR images from drone photos
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Day 5: Developing a consistent editing style
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Practical Session: Hands-on editing workshop with student photos10 xp
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Week 6: Exploring Other Applications of Drones6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Introduction to aerial videography
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Day 2: Drones in agriculture and environmental monitoring
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Day 3: Surveying, mapping, and 3D modeling applications
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Day 4: Search and rescue operations
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Day 5: Emerging drone applications (delivery, infrastructure inspection)
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Guest Lecture: Industry professionals sharing real-world applications10 xp
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Week 7: Legal and Ethical Considerations7Lessons · 3 hrs 30 mins
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TRUST - The Recreational US Safety Test
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Day 1: Understanding drone regulations (FAA rules in the US or local equivalents)
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Day 2: Licensing requirements and certification processes
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Day 3: Privacy concerns and ethical drone operation
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Day 4: Insurance, liability, and risk management
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Day 5: International regulations and travel considerations
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Workshop: Registration and documentation preparation10 xp
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Week 8: The Impact of AI on the Drone Industry6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Current AI implementations in consumer and professional drones
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Day 2: Obstacle avoidance systems and collision prevention
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Day 3: Autonomous flight capabilities and their practical applications
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Day 4: Computer vision applications for drones
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Day 5: Future trends in AI and drone technology
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Demonstration: Advanced autonomous drone functions10 xp
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Week 9: Planning and Executing Aerial Photography Missions6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Location scouting and pre-visualization techniques
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Day 2: Weather forecasting tools and resources
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Day 3: Creating shot lists and flight plans
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Day 4: Working with clients and understanding their needs
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Day 5: Troubleshooting in the field
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Field Trip: On-location photography mission planning and execution10 xp
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Week 10: Building a Drone Photography Portfolio6Lessons · 3 hrs
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Day 1: Selecting and curating your best work
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Day 2: Building an online presence for drone photography
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Day 3: Pricing strategies and business models for drone services
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Day 4: Marketing your drone photography/videography services
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Day 5: Developing client relationships and contracts
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Workshop: Portfolio review and critique session10 xp
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Week 11: Hands-On Project Week2Lessons · 2 hrs 30 mins
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Week 11: Hands-On Project Week
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Practical Workshop10 xp
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Week 12: Presentation and Review4Lessons · 2 hrs 30 mins
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Day 1-2: Final project completion and preparation
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Day 3: Student presentations of final projects
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Day 4: Industry panel review and feedback
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Day 5: Course review, certification, and future opportunities
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Certification1Lessons · 30 mins
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Advanced Drone Pilot
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