Certificate Course for Kisan (Agricultural) Drone Operator
Course Overview
This program is specifically designed to train individuals, particularly farmers and agricultural professionals, in the safe and effective operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones for modern farming practices.
Scope
- Technology in Agriculture: Focuses on leveraging drone technology for efficiency, crop health monitoring, and precision farming.
- Practical Flight Training: Emphasis on hands-on drone operation, navigation, and payload management in field conditions.
- Regulatory Compliance: Training covers necessary government regulations (e.g., DGCA rules) for operating agricultural drones in India.
Learning Outcomes
- Drone assembly, maintenance, and pre-flight checks.
- Safe and professional drone piloting techniques (basic to advanced maneuvers).
- Application of drones for field mapping, crop health assessment (using NDVI/multispectral imagery), and variable rate spraying.Data collection, processing, and generating actionable reports for farm management.
- Emergency handling and troubleshooting procedures for drones.
Career Opportunities
- Professional Kisan/Agricultural Drone Pilot
- Precision Agriculture Service Provider
- Farm Management Consultant (UAV Specialist)
- Drone Technician and Maintenance Assistant
- Agri-Tech Sales and Demonstrator
