Aerospace & Aviation sector  |  QP AAS/Q6301

A bridge needs inspecting, a construction site needs mapping, and a flood area needs a quick look from above. One skilled person with a multi-rotor drone can do all three faster than a ground team.

You may be wondering

Why do trainees practise on a simulator first?

A simulator lets you learn controls, orientation and emergency responses without risking a real drone. Mistakes cost nothing, so you can repeat difficult manoeuvres many times. Once your handling is smooth on screen, moving to a real drone becomes much safer and faster.

What is the use of a thrust measuring stand?

A thrust measuring stand shows how much lifting force a motor and propeller combination produces. Comparing this with the drone's total weight, including payload, helps decide if it can fly safely and how long batteries will last. It is a key tool for configuring drones.

What are the next steps after this course?

To fly commercially, you need certification from an approved remote pilot training organisation as per current aviation rules. Further studies in aeronautical, electronics or geospatial fields can help you move into drone design, GIS mapping or fleet management roles over time.

What the course covers

• Introduction to drones and their uses
• Multirotor drone components and payloads
• Aerodynamics and drone configuration
• Flying on a simulator and in the field
• Safety rules, regulations and emergency procedures

From morning to evening

What is in the lab (39)

Commercial drone	Hexacopter	Plastic Hexacopter with Propulsion Kit
Quadcopter drone Combo with Pix hawk Kit for beginner	Micro Quadcopter kit	Fixed Wing UAV
Thrust Measuring Stand	Magnetic Propeller Balancer	Digital Calliper
Anemometer	Laser Tachometer	Multi-meter
Electronic Hanging Balance	Magnetic Tray	Soldering Kits – Basic and Battery powered
Hand Driller Kit	Glue Gun	Cutting Mat
Allen Key Set	Knife Set	Screw Driver Set
Plier Set	Hammers	Hacksaw
Motor	Electronic Speed Controller	LiPo Battery
Battery Charger	LiPo Battery Checker	Arducopter Flight Controller with GPS
Ardino Uno Micro Controller	Ultrasonic Sensor (upto 400 cm)	Inertia Measurement Unit
Inertial Sensors	Distance and Gesture Sensor Module	Raspberry Pi Kit
Humidity and Temperature Sensor	Gas Sensor	433 MHz Telemetry

Skills employers look for & places this skill takes you

Setting up the lab: cost

Approximate Indian market rates (Oct 2026, incl. GST) for the curriculum item list. For budget planning only; get final quotes from vendors.

Drone skills combine technology, discipline and a sharp eye. Respect the rules of the sky, keep practising every chance you get, and many different industries will welcome your talent.