Professional Master’s Degree

Drone Engineering and Operations

Professional Master’s Degree
Drone Engineering
and Operations
» Modality: online
» Duration: 12 months
» Certificate: TECH Technological University
» Dedication: 16h/week
» Schedule: at your own pace
» Exams: online
Website: [Link]/us/engineering/professional-master-degree/master-drone-engineering-operations
Index

01 02
Introduction Objectives
p. 4 p. 8

03 04 05
Skills Course Management Structure and Content
p. 14 p. 18 p. 22

06 07
Methodology Certificate
p. 32 p. 40
01
Introduction
The drone market is helping government agencies and academies to reinvent
themselves in the aeronautical world. Engineers involved in this field must have the
most up-to-date skillsets in terms of maintenance and working with circuits, sensor
systems or electronic board design. They must also know the applicable legislation,
management and work areas where drones can be highly efficient tools. This up-to-date
and high-quality program brings students closer to the field of Drone Engineering and
Operations. A comprehensive specialization program that seeks to train students to be
successful in their profession.
 Introduction | 05

A comprehensive and fully up-to-date

Professional Master's Degree through which
students can train in all areas of work with
drones, from the technical aspects to managing
and implementing them in different sectors”
 06 | Introduction

The emergence of drones has changed the world of aeronautics. Drone technology This Professional Master's Degree in Drone Engineering and Operations contains the
is advancing at great speed, evolving much faster even than mobile technology. This most complete and up-to-date academic program on the market. The most important
technology has advanced so much that, nowadays, there are drones with more than 20 features include:
hours of flight autonomy. Š Practical cases presented by experts in Drone Engineering and Operations
Moreover, the advance of drones implies a growing need for pilots and other Š The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created,
professionals to specialize in their use. Flying a drone for entertainment purposes is provide scientific and practical information on the essential disciplines for professional
not the same as flying a high value drone for specialized operations. That is why this practice
intensive training is so vital, as it will provide professionals with the specialization that Š Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
they need.
Š Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Drone Engineering and Operations
This program is aimed at those interested in attaining a higher level of knowledge of Š Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and
Drone Engineering and Operations. The main objective of this Professional Master’s individual reflection assignments
Degree is for students to specialize their knowledge in simulated work environments
Š Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
and conditions in a rigorous and realistic manner so that they can later apply it in the
real world.

Additionally, as it is a 100% online Professional Master’s Degree, students are not

constrained by fixed timetables or the need to commute to another physical location,
rather, they can access the contents at any time of the day, balancing their professional
or personal life with their studies.
Designed to be a complete compilation
of theoretical and practical knowledge,
this Professional Master's Degree will
boost your real and effective capacity
in this field of work”
 Introduction | 07

This 100% online Professional Master’s

Degree will allow you to balance your
With a system created to turn your effort studies with your professional work.
into results in the shortest possible time, You choose where and when to train”
this Professional Master's Degree is the
best option to boost your career”

During your studies you will have

access to quality teaching materials
and the learning systems from leading
universities, allowing you to develop
The teaching staff includes professionals in the field of Drone Engineering and
your skills gradually and steadily”
Operations who bring their experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists
from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, elaborated with the latest educational technology, will provide
the professional with situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated
environment that will provide immersive specialization, programmed to train in real
situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby students must try
to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the program. For
this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system
created by renowned and experienced Drone Engineering and Operations experts.
02
Objectives
The Professional Master's Degree in Drone Engineering and Operations aims to train
engineering professionals in the specific aspects involved in this field, offering them a
high-impact specialization program to develop and apply the skills they require. A high-
quality program that will optimize effort by converting it quickly into results.
 Objectives | 09

The objective of this Professional

Master's Degree is to train competent
professionals in Drone Engineering
and Operations who will respond to the
current requirements of the industry”
 10 | Objectives

General Objectives

Š Specify and establish a joint vision of unmanned aviation in the world and, more Š Identify and apply quality parameters in the work and activities performed during the
specifically, in Europe and the US A learning process to assess the culture of assessment and quality and to monitor and
Š Delimit the roles of different types of pilots: professional and sport pilots improve quality management procedures

Š Characterize unmanned aerial platforms from a pragmatic point of view Š Specify the operations aeronautical operators perform Detail the internal and
management operations of this "small airline" in relation to the aeronautical authority
Š Apply inspection, checks, adjustments and substitution procedures in assemblies,
elements, parts and indication systems to perform scheduled and corrective Š Use procedures related to entrepreneurial culture, business and professional initiative to
maintenance, both in an unmanned aerial platform and in the necessary accessory carry out basic small company management or start a new business
elements, such as ground stations, or accessories such as the payloads Š Recognize the rights and duties of an active agent in society, taking into account the
Š Select the procedures established in the maintenance manuals to store elements, parts legal framework that regulates social and working conditions, in order to participate as a
and systems, including energy sources democratic citizen

Š Apply the procedures established in maintenance manuals to perform weighing

operations and aircraft payload calculations
Š Analyze the management and organization models used in aeronautical maintenance
Š Apply warehouse management techniques for stock control
Š Perform the actions derived from the procedures established by the company to perform
operations in manufacturing and assembly processes
Š Evaluate situations of occupational risk prevention and environmental protection,
proposing and applying individual and collective prevention and protection measures Take the opportunity and get up-to-date
according to the applicable regulations in work processes, to ensure safe environments
on the latest developments in Drone
Š Identify and propose the professional actions necessary to respond to universal
accessibility and "design for all" Engineering and Operations”
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Specific Objectives

Module 1. Specific Drone Features

Š Present the different uses of drones in different modalities such as: training, model
airplanes and sport
Š Structure, organize and define the different institutions that regulate non-professional use
of drones
Š Implement and taxonomize the different professional applications of drones in functional
operations through engineering: from cartography to agriculture, photogrammetry, civil
engineering, thermography, environment, mining, various inspections, photography,
advertising and emergency situations

Module 2. Occupational Risk Prevention with Drones

Š Detail the specific regulatory framework
Š Delve into work hygiene and ergonomics
Š Adapt personal equipment to the specific needs of each use
Š Detail the procedures to be followed in case of an accident
Š Identify the possible dangers of outdoor and drone work to present prevention measures
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Module 3. R&D&I: Aircraft Performance Module 5. Design and Engineering II: Advanced Drone Maintenance
Š Recognize the importance of unmanned aerial platform performance for aerial activity Š Ensure that all operations comply with flight safety
Š Develop basic skills and aptitudes in the knowledge of the origin of Remotely Piloted Š Raise awareness of the importance and the obligation to carry out aircraft maintenance
Aircraft System (RPAS) performance according to the operator's instructions
Š Recognize essential features in unmanned aircrafts to perform safe flights in different Š Raise awareness of the importance and mandatory nature of aircraft maintenance
scenarios according to the manufacturer's instructions
Š Identify required features in unmanned aircrafts to perform safe flights with different Š Delve into the most important items in aircraft maintenance to observe them and act in
configurations and other influencing factors each scenario
Š Detail the forces and energies acting on an aircraft in the different phases of flight Š Acquire the necessary knowledge to act on the maintenance of unmanned aerial
platforms depending on each MTOM
Module 4. Design and Engineering I: Specific Knowledge of Drones
Š Delve into the basic principles of flight from the laws of physics, specifically from Š Interpret the administrative registration models and fill them in according to current
aerodynamics legislation

Š Develop aptitude in the knowledge of basic unmanned aircrafts components, how they Š Act according to good and respectful environmental practices
function and their potential Module 6. Thermography with Drones I
Š Learn about the components and equipment requirements in unmanned aircrafts Š Access fundamental knowledge of thermography
Š Delve into the importance of maintenance, as well as its obligatory nature and limitations Š Apply and integrate drones to heat technology
Š Select the camera according to usefulness and versatility
Š Adapt infrared camera functionality to the proposed mission
Š Process and analyze images to obtain final results
Š Apply the acquired knowledge to different Transport Technology and Associated Services
(TTAS)
Š Visualize, edit and analyze the infrared images taken with the proposed software
Š Identify the most frequent mitigation errors in deliverable products to the final customer
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Module 7. Thermography with Drones II Module 10. Operations Manual

Š Develop thermal imaging analyses as a foundation for various applications Š Know the inner workings of unmanned aerial companies in depth
Š Identify thermal technology capabilities and implementation Š Understand the relationship between drone operators the competent authorities in depth
Š Develop field work methodologies to generate effective diagnostics Š Formalize operational procedures in the planning, organization, management,
Š Enhance image analyst skills based on scientific analysis coordination and control of established requirements

Š Develop capabilities for informed diagnoses Š Recognize aspects for continuous improvement in training

Š Detail and infer situations based on collected facts Š Develop and implement the establishment of necessary constraints

Š Apply infrared technology to develop procedures for future, immediately applicable, Š Identify and assess potential risks
remedial actions Š Detail methodologies for the proper maintenance of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Š Solve application needs that cannot be met by other technologies Š Delve into how to conduct safe air operations
Š Issue justified thermographic reports as a basis for improvement measures Š Develop the capabilities, skills and competences to implement operator configurations
under safety standards
Module 8. Geographic Information Technology for Drones
Š Implement technology for spatial data collection
Š Manage spatial data, sources and resources
Š Develop coordinate systems and data formats
Š Detail geographic information systems with drones
Š Design specific missions for land use management and land use planning

Module 9. Aerial surveys and Photogrammetry with Drones

Š Know the fundamental principles of photogrammetry
Š Specifically delve into the fundamentals and operations of photogrammetry with drones
Š Define the different flight and camera options to carry out missions
Š Make a practical analysis of exogenous conditions
Š Identify and interpret the software options proposed for particular jobs
Š Prepare a final result as a deliverable product
03
Skills
This Professional Master’s Degree in Drone Engineering and Operations has
been created as a high-quality specialization tool for professionals. This intensive
specialization will enable them to work in all the fields related to this area with the
confidence of an expert in the field.
 Skills | 15

Acquire the skills of a drone expert, both in

terms of technical aspects as well as piloting
and practical applications, with this quality,
high-impact educational program”
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General Skill

Š Develop applications in Drone Engineering and Operations

Specialize in the world’s

largest online university”
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Specific Skills

Š Obtain the qualification for the maintenance of remotely piloted aircrafts

Š Respond to engineering needs, with practical applications in aerial operations with drones
Š Select the technical documentation required according to the operation to be performed,
complying with specific aeronautical regulations
Š Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance of the electric motor, ground station,
chassis, landing gear systems, power supply systems, controller, variators and propellers,
complying with specific aeronautical regulations
Š Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance of hydraulic power, energy and pneumatic
systems on the platform, complying with specific aeronautical regulations
Š Store and maintain the components that make up the aircrafts, complying with specific
aeronautical regulations
Š Perform aircraft weighing operations
Š Organize and manage maintenance activities
Š Perform stock control for spare parts management in warehouses
Š Perform operations in the manufacturing and assembly processes of parts and
components of engines, structures and aircraft systems
Š Perform inspection and quality control activities in the manufacture and assembly of
engines, structures, aircraft systems and their components, as well as in maintenance
operations, complying with specific aeronautical regulations
04
Course Management
In keeping with the total quality standard of this Professional Master’s Degree,
TECH is proud to provide students with a teaching staff of the highest level, who
were selected for their proven experience. Professionals from different areas
and fields of expertise that make up a complete, multidisciplinary team. A unique
opportunity to learn from the best.
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A program created and taught by specialists

in this field of work that will give you a close
and real vision of the profession, bringing
you closer to it in a realistic and direct way”
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Management

Mr. Pliego Gallardo, Ángel Alberto

Š Airline Transport Pilot ATPL (A)
Š PPL (A), ULM, RPAS Pilot
Š RPAS theoretical and practical instructor and examiner
Š University Professor UNEATLANTICO
Š University Diploma, Secretary of State for Universities and Research
Š Professor of Aircraft Maintenance European Social Fund Course (TMVVO004PO) FEMPA Business School 2019
Š EP Teacher, University of Alicante
Š CAP in Technology, University of Alicante
Š EASA Authorized Operator
Š EASA Authorized RPAS Manufacturer

Mr. Bazán González, Gerardo

Š Electronic Engineer
Š Specialist in aerial works, Spain and Latin America
Š Expert in Large Accounts and Institutional
Š RPAS Pilot
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Mr. Saiz Moro, Víctor

Š Industrial Technical Engineer
Š RPAS Pilot
Š RPAS theoretical and practical instructor
Š EASA Authorized Operator
Š EASA Authorized RPAS Manufacturer
Š Specialist and expert in aeronautical consultancy

Professors
Ms. López Amedo, Ana María Mr. Fernández Moure, Rafael L.
Š Vice-president of the Aerial Sports Federation of the Valencian Community Š Airport Security Specialist
Š President of San Vicente del Raspeig Air Sports Club Š Expert in Airport Security
Š Expert in Institutional Aviation Š RPAS Pilot RPAS Instructor
Š Specialist and expert in unmanned aviation
Mr. Buades Blasco, Jerónimo
Š RPAS Pilot Š Geographer
Š RPAS Instructor Š Specialist in Information Systems and Environment
Š RPAS Examiner Š CAP, University of Alicante
Š RPAS Pilot
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Structure and Content
The syllabus has been designed based on educational efficiency, carefully selecting
the contents to offer a comprehensive course, which includes all the fields of study
that are essential to achieve real knowledge of the subject. Including the latest
updates and aspects of the field.
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A complete syllabus, which covers each

and every one of the areas of interest
for professionals who want to work with
drones as a high-level specialist”
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Module 1. Specific Drone Features 1.6. Drones as Sport

1.1. Applicable Legislation 1.6.1. FAI (World Air Sports Federation)
1.1.1. International Legislation [Link]. Modalities
[Link]. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) [Link].1. Persecution
[Link]. JARUS [Link].2. Free Style
1.2. The USA: The Paradigm 1.6.2. Competitions
1.2.1. Requirements [Link]. At the International Level
1.2.2. Pilot Profiles 1.7. Drones Operational Applications in Engineering I
1.2.3. News in 2020: Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) 1.7.1. Applications in Cartography-Photogrammetry
1.3. Europe 1.7.2. Applications in Civil Engineering
1.3.1. European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA): General Aspects 1.8. Drones Operational Applications in Engineering II
1.3.2. European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA): Features 1.8.1. Applications in Thermography
1.4. Drones as Aeromodels 1.8.2. Environmental Applications
1.4.1. Flight Categories 1.9. Drones Operational Applications in Engineering III
[Link]. Recreational Flights 1.9.1. Applications in Mining
[Link]. Free Flights: F1 1.9.2. Inspection Applications
[Link]. Circular Flights: F2 1.10. Drones Operational Applications in Engineering IV
[Link]. Radio-Controlled Flights F3 1.10.1. Applications in Artistic Photography and Shows
[Link]. Scale Models: F4 1.10.2. Applications in Aerial Advertising, Radio and TV
[Link]. Electric Engine Models F5 1.10.3. Security and Emergency Applications
[Link]. Spatial Models S 1.10.4. Agricultural Applications
1.5. Types of Aeromodels
15.1. Trainers
15.2. Acrobatic
15.3. FunFly
15.4. Models
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Module 2. Occupational Risk Prevention with Drones

2.1. Equipment and Machinery
2.1.1. Equipment
2.1.2. Machinery
2.2. Dangerous Goods Regulation (DGR)
2.2.1. Dangerous Goods
2.2.2. Classification and Action in Accidents and Incidents Involving Dangerous Goods
2.3. Hygiene and Ergonomics
2.3.1. Hygiene
2.3.2. Ergonomics
2.4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
2.4.1. PPE
2.4.2. Use
2.5. Emergency Situations
2.5.1. Self-Protection Plans
2.5.2. Actions in Emergency Cases
2.6. Procedures in the Event of Industrial Accidents
2.6.1. Procedures in the Event of Industrial Accidents
2.6.2. Accident and Incident Investigations
2.7. Health Surveillance
2.7.1. Company Obligations
2.7.2. Emergency Planning
2.8. Outdoor Work
2.8.1. Outdoor Work Hazards
2.8.2. Preventive Measures for Outdoor Work
2.9. Work with Drones
2.9.1. Outdoor Drone Work Hazards
2.9.2. Preventive Measures for Drone Work
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Module 3. R&D&I: Aircraft Performance 3.7. Flight Planning: Risk Assessment

3.7.1. Risk factors
3.1. Fixed-Wing Aircrafts I
3.7.2. Implementation
3.1.1. Energies Acting on the Aircraft
3.8. Methodology to Elaborate Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) for Declarative Operations I
3.1.2. Forces Acting on the Aircraft
3.8.1. General Methodology
3.2. Fixed-Wing Aircrafts II
3.9. Methodology to Elaborate EAS for Declarative Operations II
3.2.1. Glide ratio
3.9.1. SORA Methodology
3.2.2. Stability: Aircraft Axes
3.2.3. Center of Gravity and Center of Pressures Module 4. Design and Engineering I: Specific Knowledge of Drones
3.2.4. Stall and Auger
4.1. Aircraft Classification for Pilots and Engineers
3.3. Rotary-Wing Aircrafts I
4.1.1. Generic
3.3.1. Energies Acting on the Aircraft
4.2. Flight Principles for Pilots and Engineers
3.3.2. Forces Acting on the Aircraft
4.2.1. Exogenous Principles
3.4. Rotary-Wing Aircrafts II
[Link]. Bernoulli's Theorem, Venturi's Effect, Action and Reaction Principle
3.4.1. Rotor Systems
4.2.2. Endogenous Principles
3.4.2. Induced Oscillations:
[Link]. Plane, Airfoil, Angle of Attack, Boundary Layer, Performance
[Link]. Pilot-Induced Oscillation (PIO)
4.3. RPAS Requirements for Pilots and Engineers
[Link]. Mass-Induced Oscillation (MIO)
4.3.1. Identification, Registration and Airworthiness
[Link]. Aircraft-Induced Oscillation (AIO)
4.3.2. Registration: Registration, Types and Special Certificates
3.5. RPAS Flying Methodology
4.3.3. Requirements
3.5.1. Preflight: Safety Checklist
4.4. Design and Engineering: Aircraft Characterization
3.5.2. Take Off and Ascent
4.4.1. Aircraft Cell
3.5.3. Cruise
4.4.2. On-Board Equipment
3.5.4. Descent and Landing
4.4.3. Eagle-6 Characterization
3.5.5. After Landing
4.5. Basic Maintenance Theory for Pilots and Engineers
3.6. Flight Profiles and Operation Features
4.5.1. Purpose, Scope and Applicable Regulations
3.6.1. Object
4.5.2. Contents
3.6.2. Operation Features
4.6. Aircraft Component Design and Engineering Tools
3.6.3. Flight Preparation: What Does it Involve?
4.6.1. Components
3.6.4. Normal Operation
4.6.2. Tools
3.6.5. Situations Arising from Abnormal and Emergency Situations
4.7. Basic Maintenance Practice for Pilots and Engineers
3.6.6. Flight Operations Analysis and Closure
4.7.1. Limitations
3.6.7. Methodology to Elaborate Flight Profiles
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4.8. Types of Basic Maintenance Checks for Pilots and Engineers 5.2.2. Typology
4.8.1. Initial Check [Link]. Classification
4.8.2. Periodic Checks [Link]. Preventive Maintenance
4.9. Basic Aircraft and Ground Station Maintenance for Pilots and Engineers [Link]. Corrective Maintenance
4.9.1. Preflight [Link]. Predictive Maintenance
4.9.2. Postflight 5.3. Preventative Maintenance Plan for Engineers
4.10. Use of Lithium Polymer Batteries 5.3.1. Advantages
4.10.1. Charging, Use and Storage 5.3.2. Phases
4.10.2. Basic Calculation of Battery Autonomy 5.3.3. Program
5.3.4. Commitment to Safety, Quality and Environment
Module 5. Module 5. Design and Engineering II: Advanced Drone
5.4. Planned Maintenance Program: Eagle-6 for Pilots and Engineers
Maintenance 5.5. Maintenance Control Systems
5.1. Maintenance Introduction and Objectives for Engineers 5.5.1. Maintenance Theory
5.1.1. Introduction 5.5.2. Maintenance Organization
5.1.2. Objectives 5.5.3. Maintenance Process Control
[Link]. Avoid Stops due to Mechanical Failures 5.5.4. Elements Related to the Concept of Control
[Link]. Avoid Malfunctions Caused by Insufficient Maintenance 5.5.5. Requirements for Proper Control
[Link]. Conservation 5.5.6. Applied Control techniques
[Link]. Scope and Useful Life of Productive Assets 5.5.7. Corporate Maintenance Management Process
[Link]. Innovation, Technification and Automation of the Process 5.5.8. Administration and Control
[Link]. Company Cost Reduction 5.5.9. Maintenance Control in Organizations
[Link]. Department Integration: Maintenance, Operations and R&D 5.6. Aircraft and Equipment Ground Operations
5.2. Factors and Typologies for Engineers 5.6.1. Assembly and Calibration Forecast
5.2.1. Factors 5.6.2. Start-Up: Pre, In and Postflight
[Link]. Company Resources
[Link]. Organization, Structure and Responsibilities
[Link]. Training
[Link]. Implementation and Management
[Link]. Coordination
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5.7. Technological Aircraft Facilities for Engineers 6.8. Processing Thermal Data
5.7.1. Mechanics 6.8.1. Preliminary Processing
5.7.2. Hydraulics 6.8.2. Image Analysis
5.7.3. Pneumatics 6.9. Visualization, Editing and Analysis Software
5.8. Electrical Installation for Engineers 6.9.1. FLIR Tools
5.8.1. Definition 6.9.2. Program Operation
5.8.2. Technology: Drone Taxonomy 6.10. Most Frequent Errors
5.8.3. Electronics 6.10.1. Imaging
5.9. Technical Documentation in Different Operational Scenarios 6.10.2. Image Interpretation

Module 6. Thermography with Drones I Module 7. Thermography with Drones II

6.1. Thermography and Drones 7.1. Applied Theory
6.1.1. Definitions 7.1.1. The Black Body and the Hot Spot
6.1.2. Background 7.1.2. Radiation Theories
6.2. Physical Basics of Infrared Thermography 7.2. Infrared Thermography II
6.2.1. Heat Transfer 7.2.1. Active and Passive Thermography
6.2.2. Electromagnetic Radiation 7.2.2. The Thermogram
6.3. Application in RPAS 7.2.3. Application Conditions
6.3.1. Typology 7.3. Causes and Effects of Measurement
6.3.2. RPAS Components 7.3.1. Physical Laws and Principles
6.4. Integration in Unmanned Aerial Platforms 7.3.2. The Measured Object: Factors
6.4.1. Choice of Cameras 7.4. Temperature and Distortions
6.4.2. Image 7.4.1. Measurement Systems and Units
6.5. Thermal Cameras 7.4.2. Distortions
6.5.1. Functioning and Features 7.5. Software and Hardware
6.5.2. Main Cameras on the Market 7.5.1. Software
6.6. Applications in Thermal Imaging Engineering 7.5.2. Hardware
6.6.1. Construction and Industry 7.6. Missions
6.6.2. Agriculture and Livestock 7.6.1. Static Missions: Wind Farms and Solar Plants
6.6.3. Emergencies 7.6.2. Dynamic Mission: Surveillance and Security
6.7. Thermal Imaging 7.7. Social Applications
6.7.1. Imaging 7.7.1. Fire Fighting
6.7.2. Calibration 7.7.2. Rescue and Emergency Situations
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7.8. Analysis and Diagnosis 8.8. Practical Applications for Land Use Planning and Management
7.8.1. Interpretive Analysis and Diagnosis 8.8.1. Landscape and Land Use
7.8.2. Functional Analysis and Diagnosis 8.8.2. ICT and Land Use Analysis
7.9. Reports 8.8.3. CORINE Land Cover (Coordination of Information on the Environment)
7.9.1. Thermal Reports 8.9. Protected Natural Spaces
7.9.2. Field Analysis 8.9.1. Conditions of RPAS Use in Protected Natural Spaces
7.10. Deliverable Reports 8.10. RPAS and GIS Project Planning for Land Use Planning and Management
7.10.1. Equipment and Criteria 8.10.1. Project Planning Techniques and Methods
7.10.2. Example Report
Module 9. Aerial Surveys and Photogrammetry with Drones
Module 8. Geographic Information Technology for Drones 9.1. Fundamental Principles of Photogrammetry
8.1. Geographic Information Technology Features 9.1.1. Objectives of Photogrammetry and Aerial Surveys
8.1.1. Geographic Information Technologies 9.1.2. Photogrammetry with Drones
8.1.2. Spatial Planning and Management 9.1.3. Applications of Photogrammetry with Drones
8.2. Hardware and Software: Implementing Spatial Data 9.1.4. Aerial Survey Results: Orthomaps, Digital Surface Models, 3D Models, and Point
8.2.1. Physical Hardware Resources Applied to Work with RPAS Clouds
8.2.2. Logical Software Resources for Data Processing 9.2. Photography Concepts Applicable to Photogrammetry with Drones
8.3. The Quality of Spatial Data: Data Sources and Resources 9.2.1. General Photography: Focus, Light, Precision
8.3.1. Notions on Spatial Data 9.2.2. Creating Digitized Models
8.3.2. Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) 9.2.3. Three Fundamental Axes for Quality Surveys
8.4. Coordinate Systems and Data Formats [Link]. Focal Length
8.4.1. Geographic Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude vs. UTM) [Link]. Flight Altitude
8.4.2. Vector and Raster Data [Link]. Sensor Size
8.5. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and RPAS 9.3.4. Mechanical Shutter vs. Electronic Shutter
8.5.1. GIS
8.5.2. Implementing RPAS Data in GIS
8.6. Applying GPS and GIS to Produce Spatial Data
8.6.1. Spatial Database Management
8.6.2. Interoperability between Data Management Devices
8.7. Practical Applications for Property Development and Management
8.7.1. Real Estate Registry
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9.3. Photogrammetry with Drones 9.10. Deliverables

9.3.1. Fundamental Concepts of Quality, Precision and Geographic Accuracy 9.10.1. Orthomaps
9.3.2. Developing Aerial Surveys 9.10.2. Point Cloud
[Link]. Image Surveys 9.10.3. Digital Models and Contour Lines
[Link].1. Height 9.10.4. Volumetric Measurement
[Link].2. Image Overlapping
Module 10. Operations Manual
[Link].3. Airspeed
[Link].4. Aircraft Direction and Orientation 10.1. Definition, Cover and Table of Contents
9.4. Using Ground Control Points 10.2. Revision Log
9.4.1. Objective for Ground Control Point Placement 10.2.1. List of Effective Pages
9.4.2. Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) Zones 10.3. Introduction
9.4.3. Measuring Ground Control Points 10.3.1. Responsible Declaration
9.4.4. Organizing and Distributing Control Points 10.3.2. Purpose and Scope
9.4.5. Types of Visual Control Point Targets and Recommendations 10.3.3. Definitions
9.5. Drones and Recommended Equipment for Aerial Photogrammetric Surveys 10.3.4. Applicable Regulations
9.5.1. Configuring Flight Parameters 10.4. Administration and Control: Organization and Responsibilities
9.5.2. Camera Configuration 10.4.1. MO Management and Control
9.6. Practical Survey [Link]. Amendments and Revisions
9.6.1. Weather Conditions for Surveys [Link]. Documentary Control
9.6.2. Land Analysis [Link]. Document Distribution and Control Manager
9.6.3. Extension and Area to be Covered 10.4.2. Organization and Responsibilities
9.6.4. Light and Shadow Management [Link]. Authorized Pilots
9.7. Image Capturing and Autonomous Flight Software (DroneDeploy) [Link]. Organizational Structure
9.7.1. Parameters to Be Established [Link]. Management Personnel Responsibilities and Functions
9.7.2. Creating Autonomous Missions [Link]. Roles and Responsibilities of the Members within the Organization:
9.7.3. Data Mining and Warehousing 10.5. Requirements and Precautions
9.8. Drone Flight and Data Collection 10.5.1. Qualification and Training Requirements
9.8.1. Safety and Preflight Checks [Link]. Piloting Requirements
9.8.2. Importing Missions [Link]. Previous Training and Experience
9.8.3. Model Enrichment [Link]. Training Program
9.9. DroneDeploy Data Processing [Link]. Recurrent Education and Training Records
9.9.1. Data Review [Link]. Aircraft Maintenance
9.9.2. Importing Images
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10.5.2. Precautions for Crew Health 10.9. Operational Aspects: Accidents and Incidents
[Link]. Precautions for Environmental Conditions in the Operation Zone 10.9.1. Operational Aspects Related to Aircraft Type
[Link]. Alcohol Intake 10.9.2. Accidents, Incidents and Events Management, Notification and Reporting
[Link]. Narcotics 10.10. Security and Requirement Compliance
[Link]. Immunization 10.10.1. Security
[Link]. Blood Donation [Link]. Measures to Prevent Unlawful Interference
[Link]. Dietary Precautions [Link]. Measures to Prevent Deliberate Interference with Aircraft System and
[Link]. Sleep and Rest Communication
[Link]. Surgical Operations 10.10.2. Ensuring Compliance with Operation Requirements
10.6. Limitations and Types of Operations [Link]. Measures and Procedures to Verify Compliance with the Necessary
Requirements
10.6.1. Flight Time Limitations
[Link]. Measures and Procedures to Verify that Pilots Carry the Required
[Link]. Activity Maximums
Documentation for Operations
[Link]. Excessive and Reduced Rest Times
[Link]. Individual Pilot Flight Logs
10.6.2. Types of Operations to Be Performed
[Link]. List of Activities
[Link]. Description of Operations and Automatic Transfer Switchboard (ATS)
[Link]. Necessary Clearances and/or Authorizations
[Link]. Personnel, Fleet and Equipment Required
10.7. Operations Control and Supervision
10.7.1. Accident Prevention and Flight Safety Program
An intensive course that will enable
10.7.2. Emergency Measures you to increase your qualifications
10.7.3. Authorization and Permit Validity
10.7.4. Pilot Requirement Compliance with the guarantees of a program
10.7.5. Mitigation Measures Compliance that combines theoretical growth
10.7.6. Aircrafts
10.7.7. Operational Control with contextual learning experiences”
10.7.8. Regulatory Authority Powers
10.8. Procedures
10.8.1. Flight Preparation
10.8.2. Air Operation Monitoring
10.8.3. Air Operation Completion
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Methodology
This academic program offers students a different way of learning. Our methodology
uses a cyclical learning approach: Relearning.
This teaching system is used, for example, in the most prestigious medical schools in
the world, and major publications such as the New England Journal of Medicine have
considered it to be one of the most effective.
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Discover Relearning, a system that abandons

conventional linear learning, to take you through
cyclical teaching systems: a way of learning that
has proven to be extremely effective, especially in
subjects that require memorization"
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Case Study to contextualize all content

Our program offers a revolutionary approach to developing skills and
knowledge. Our goal is to strengthen skills in a changing, competitive, and
highly demanding environment.

At TECH, you will experience a

learning methodology that is shaking
the foundations of traditional
universities around the world"

You will have access to a

learning system based on repetition,
with natural and progressive teaching
throughout the entire syllabus.
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A learning method that is different and innovative

This TECH program is an intensive educational program, created from scratch,
which presents the most demanding challenges and decisions in this field,
both nationally and internationally. This methodology promotes personal and
professional growth, representing a significant step towards success. The case
method, a technique that lays the foundation for this content, ensures that the
most current economic, social and professional reality is taken into account.

Our program prepares you to face new

challenges in uncertain environments
and achieve success in your career”

The case method is the most widely used learning system in the best faculties in the
world. The case method was developed in 1912 so that law students would not only
learn the law based on theoretical content. It consisted of presenting students with
real-life, complex situations for them to make informed decisions and value judgments
on how to resolve them. In 1924, Harvard adopted it as a standard teaching method.
The student will learn to solve What should a professional do in a given situation? This is the question that you are
complex situations in real business presented with in the case method, an action-oriented learning method. Throughout
environments through collaborative the program, the studies will be presented with multiple real cases. They will have to

activities and real cases. combine all their knowledge and research, and argue and defend
their ideas and decisions.
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Relearning Methodology
TECH effectively combines the Case Study methodology with a
100% online learning system based on repetition, which combines 8
different teaching elements in each lesson.

We enhance the Case Study with the best 100% online teaching
method: Relearning.

In 2019, we obtained the best learning

results of all online universities in the world.

At TECH, you will learn using a cutting-edge methodology designed

to train the executives of the future. This method, at the forefront of
international teaching, is called Relearning.

Our university is the only one in the world authorized to employ this
successful method. In 2019, we managed to improve our students'
overall satisfaction levels (teaching quality, quality of materials, course
structure, objectives...) based on the best online university indicators.
 Methodology | 37

In our program, learning is not a linear process, but rather a spiral (learn, unlearn,
forget, and relearn). Therefore, we combine each of these elements concentrically.
This methodology has trained more than 650,000 university graduates with
unprecedented success in fields as diverse as biochemistry, genetics, surgery,
international law, management skills, sports science, philosophy, law, engineering,
journalism, history, and financial markets and instruments. All this in a highly
demanding environment, where the students have a strong socio-economic profile
and an average age of 43.5 years.

Relearning will allow you to learn with less effort and

better performance, involving you more in your training,
developing a critical mindset, defending arguments, and
contrasting opinions: a direct equation for success.

From the latest scientific evidence in the field of neuroscience, not only do we know
how to organize information, ideas, images and memories, but we know that the
place and context where we have learned something is fundamental for us to be able
to remember it and store it in the hippocampus, to retain it in our long-term memory.

In this way, and in what is called neurocognitive context-dependent elearning, the

different elements in our program are connected to the context where the individual
carries out their professional activity.
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This program offers the best educational material, prepared with professionals in mind:

30%
Study Material
All teaching material is produced by the specialists who teach the course, specifically
for the course, so that the teaching content is highly specific and precise.
These contents are then applied to the audiovisual format, to create the TECH online
working method. All this, with the latest techniques that offer high quality pieces in each
and every one of the materials that are made available to the student.

Classes
There is scientific evidence suggesting that observing third-party experts can
be useful.
Learning from an Expert strengthens knowledge and memory, and generates
confidence in future difficult decisions.

Practising Skills and Abilities 10%

They will carry out activities to develop specific skills and abilities in each subject area.
Exercises and activities to acquire and develop the skills and abilities that a specialist
needs to develop in the context of the globalization that we are experiencing.

Additional Reading
8%
Recent articles, consensus documents and international guidelines, among others.
In TECH's virtual library, students will have access to everything they need to
complete their course.
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Case Studies
Students will complete a selection of the best case studies chosen specifically
for this program. Cases that are presented, analyzed, and supervised by the best
specialists in the world.

20%

Interactive Summaries
The TECH team presents the contents attractively and dynamically in multimedia
lessons that include audio, videos, images, diagrams, and concept maps in order to
reinforce knowledge.
This exclusive educational system for presenting multimedia content was awarded
by Microsoft as a "European Success Story".

25%
Testing & Retesting
We periodically evaluate and re-evaluate students’ knowledge throughout the
4% program, through assessment and self-assessment activities and exercises, so that
3% they can see how they are achieving their goals.
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Certificate
The Professional Master’s Degree in Drone Engineering and Operations guarantees
you, in addition to the most rigorous and updated training, access to a Professional
Master’s Degree issued by TECH Technological University.
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Successfully complete this program

and receive your university degree
without travel or laborious paperwork”
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This Professional Master’s Degree in Drone Engineering and Operations contains the The diploma issued by TECH Technological University will reflect the qualification
most complete and up-to-dated program on the market. obtained in the Professional Master's Degree, and meets the requirements commonly
demanded by job exchanges, competitive examinations and professional career
After the student has passed the assessments, they will receive their corresponding evaluation committees.
Professional Master’s Degree issued by TECH Technological University via tracked
delivery*. Title: Professional Master's Degree in Drone Engineering and Operations
Official Nº of hours: 1,500 h.

*Apostille Convention. In the event that the student wishes to have their paper diploma issued with an apostille, TECH EDUCATION will make the necessary arrangements to obtain it, at an additional cost.
Professional Master’s
Degree
Drone Engineering
and Operations
» Modality: online
» Duration: 12 months
» Certificate: TECH Technological University
» Dedication: 16h/week
» Schedule: at your own pace
» Exams: online
Professional Master’s Degree
Drone Engineering and Operations