Drone Operations & Safety Management
CQF-L5 | 18 Hours | TTD $2,000 / USD $300 | Hybrid
Oct 12 - Oct 16, 2026 | Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri | Mon, Tues [Virtual] & Wed [Classroom]: 5PM - 8PM Thursday: 9AM - 3:30PM | Friday: 8AM - 12NOON [Field Work]
Drone Operations & Safety Management
CQF-L5 | 18 Hours | TTD $2,000 / USD $300 | Hybrid
Oct 12 – Oct 16, 2026 | Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri | Mon, Tues [Virtual] & Wed [Classroom]: 5PM – 8PM Thursday: 9AM – 3:30PM | Friday: 8AM – 12NOON [Field Work]
Course Description
Drone Operations and Safety Management – Level 1 (Basic) is an introductory professional development course designed to equip participants with the foundational knowledge and practical competencies required for the safe, legal and effective operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The course is suitable for individuals seeking to begin professional practice in UAV operations, with no prior UAV experience required. Participants will explore UAV regulations, privacy and ethical considerations, aircraft components, basic aerodynamics, flight planning, operational risk management, remote pilot responsibilities and flight-team coordination. The course also introduces aerial photography and videography for operational applications. Through interactive instruction, practical workshops and supervised flight exercises, participants will apply recognised procedures and demonstrate foundational flight proficiency aligned with NIST Level One flight exercise standards.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain the legal, regulatory, ethical and professional requirements governing UAV operations.
- Identify UAV classifications, major components, basic robotics systems and aircraft performance considerations.
- Apply principles of flight planning, aeronautical decision-making, risk assessment and safe remote pilot operations.
- Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork within a UAV flight team during mission planning and execution.
- Apply basic aerial photography, videography and flight techniques, including recognised foundational flight exercises.
Contents
Outline of the course structure:
- UAV Standards, Law and Professional Responsibilities
Regulatory compliance, privacy, data protection, data management and ethical UAV operations.
- Introduction to UAVs, Robotics and Flight Systems
UAV classifications, components, robotics principles, control systems, pilot performance and safety.
- Remote Pilot Operations and Flight Safety
Flight planning, terminology, aerodynamics, geography, payloads and safe aircraft operation.
- UAV Flight Teams and Mission Planning
Team roles, communication, operational planning, risk assessment and mission execution.
- UAV Photography, Videography and Practical Flight Training
Aerial image composition, camera techniques, operational photography/videography and supervised NIST Level One flight exercises.
Why take this course?
- Practical UAV Skills – Develop foundational competencies in flight planning, remote pilot operations, safety procedures and supervised flight.
- Regulatory and Safety Awareness – Build an understanding of UAV laws, privacy, data protection, ethics and operational risk management..
- Operational Photography and Videography Skills – Learn to capture useful aerial images and video for operational applications.
- Foundation for Professional UAV Practice – Establish essential knowledge and practical experience for individuals seeking to begin or further develop a professional pathway in UAV operations.
About Instructor
Connell Byron Hunte, MSc, PGDip, BSc
Instructor, Department of Computer Science
Connell Byron Hunte is a multifaceted academic and technology professional with over 40 years of experience spanning computing, digital technologies, education and technical chemistry. He currently lectures in Computer Science at the University of the Southern Caribbean, where he teaches software development, databases, cloud computing, and web technologies. Connell also consults in IoT systems, AI applications, digital transformation, and technology governance across the Caribbean. He combines strong technical expertise with practical industry experience.
Tel: 1-868-662-2241 , 1-868-612-4872 Ext 1051
WhatsApp: 1-868-662-1197
E-mail: pdi@usc.edu.tt
