Geological Drones Course
This course equips participants with essential skills for using drones in geological applications, focusing on mission planning, data processing, hazard mapping, sensor selection, and risk management to ensure safe and accurate surveying in challenging terrains.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This Geological Drones Course shows how to select and evaluate complex sites, plan efficient missions in rugged terrain, and meet regulatory requirements while managing safety. Learn accurate data acquisition, RTK/PPK georeferencing, and robust quality control, then process imagery and LiDAR into precise maps, 3D models, and stability assessments that support confident corridor design and clear communication with stakeholders.
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Develop skills
- Geological drone mission design: plan safe, high-precision quarry surveys fast.
- Drone data processing: turn LiDAR and imagery into accurate 3D maps and DTMs.
- Geo-hazard mapping: detect unstable slopes, landslides, and risky road corridors.
- Sensor and platform choice: select optimal drones, RGB, LiDAR, and multispectral.
- Risk and quality control: manage flight hazards, GCPs, backups, and data accuracy.
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