Applied Drone Technology Program
From zero to pro
Incoming 2026 Training Sessions
Starting July 1
Limited Seats
Early cohort pricing available.
No previous experience needed.
Comprehensive drone certificate
&
commercial operation training
Take your drone skills to the next level with our all-in-one professional drone training program, designed to turn beginners and enthusiasts into industry-ready operators.
Over 8 intensive weeks, you’ll gain hands-on experience across every major domain of commercial drone use—starting with Advanced + Level 1 certification and ROC-A radio licensing, then diving into GIS, mapping, and LiDAR, followed by specialized training in agriculture spraying, multispectral imaging, and thermal inspections.
You’ll also work on real industry projects and even learn to build your own drone with 3D integration, giving you a complete understanding from hardware to high-level applications. With a strong focus on practical skills (including multiple days of field training), this program equips you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in surveying, agriculture, inspections, and beyond. It also comes with optional opportunities to participate in field project volunteering for real-world experience.
Course Details
Duration
8 weeks
Format
Classroom lecture + field flight
Location
Calgary-based training site
Tuition
$6000 + $1500 (Equipment Deposit)
Ideal Participants

Professional drone pilots looking to obtain skills in more commercial areas
Beginners wishing to steadily develop drone operation skills
Students who want to get into drone careers
Course Modules
Survey Workflow & Mission Planning
• Fundamentals of aerial surveying with drones
• Flight planning using ground control points (GCPs) and
RTK/PPK workflows
• Overlap, altitude, and camera angle optimization
• Risk assessments and compliance in Canadian airspace
Photogrammetry & Mapping
• Capturing nadir and oblique imagery for structure-from-
motion (SfM) modeling
• Generating orthomosaics, DEMs/DSMs, and 3D models
using Pix4D, DJI Terra, or Agisoft Metashape
• Accuracy evaluation, error correction, and quality reporting
• Exporting GIS-compatible outputs (GeoTIFF, SHP, KMZ)
LiDAR Surveying Techniques
• LiDAR sensor types, scanning principles, and parameter
tuning
• Matching point density with altitude and flight speed
• Raw point cloud collection, alignment, and noise filtering
• Creating terrain models and extracting features using
LAStools, CloudCompare, or TerraSolid
Post-Processing & GIS Integration
• Georeferencing and projection transformation
• Data layering and fusion (e.g., combining LiDAR and
multispectral imagery)
• Introduction to QGIS workflows for map creation and
feature classification
• Preparing professional deliverables for clients or
regulatory use
Class Schedule & Topics
Date | Content |
Week 1 | Advanced drone pilot certificate + Level 1 Complex drone pilot certificate Radio ROC-A certificate |
Week 2 | GIS |
Week 3 | Mapping 2 days LiDAR 1 day Field practice 2 days |
Week 4 | Agriculture Drone Spray & Parts 2 days Multispectral Drone 3 days |
Week 5 | Thermal Drone Operation |
Week 6 | Industry Project |
Week 7 – 8 | Building drones 3D Modeling |
Why This Course
Discover the reasons that set us apart.
01
Practical
Hands-on training with industry-grade equipment (e.g., Feima D2000 + LiDAR, DJI M3E)
02
Expertise
Learn from professionals with multi-sector experience: mining, agriculture, surveying, land development, and disaster response
03
Balance
Blends theory, real-world case studies, and field operation
What You’ll Achieve
- Confidently plan and execute UAV-based topographic surveys
- Understand the full photogrammetry and LiDAR workflow
- Produce clean, georeferenced deliverables for professional use
- Receive a Certificate of Completion for UAV Surveying and Mapping
- Be eligible for inclusion in commercial or government UAV service rosters
