Project Title
Capacity Development on LiDAR Drone
Ciient:
Federal Housing Authority
Start Date:
May, 2024
End Date:
May, 2024
Capacity Development on LiDAR Drone
Project Overview
Training Modules
Module 1: Introduction to LiDAR Technology
Basics of LiDAR: How it works, components, and types of sensors.
Applications: Examples of LiDAR use in topography, forestry, urban planning, and infrastructure.
Module 2: Drone Operations and Flight Planning
Drone Basics: Key components, flight safety, and regulatory compliance.
Flight Planning: Preparing flight paths, GPS setup, and altitude adjustments to optimize LiDAR data collection.
Pre-Flight Procedures: Battery checks, calibration, and weather considerations.
Module 3: LiDAR Data Collection Techniques
LiDAR Data Acquisition: Point cloud capture, density settings, and scan rates.
Real-Time Data Monitoring: Live data review during flight to ensure quality.
Field Data Management: Data storage, transfer, and backup processes.
Module 4: Data Processing and Analysis
Point Cloud Processing: Converting raw LiDAR data to point clouds, filtering noise, and generating digital surface models (DSM) and digital elevation models (DEM).
Software Training: Introduction to LiDAR software like ArcGIS, Global Mapper, and CloudCompare.
Data Analysis Techniques: Analyzing elevation data, canopy height, building heights, and slope mapping.
Module 5: Applications and Use Cases
Case Studies: Real-world examples of LiDAR drone applications in urban planning, disaster management, and environmental monitoring.
Project Planning: How to plan and manage a LiDAR drone project from start to finish.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Drone maintenance, sensor calibration, and common issues.
Practical Sessions
Field Exercises: Hands-on LiDAR data collection with drone flights in various environments.
Data Processing Lab: Process collected data in real-time using software tools.
Project Simulation: Participants complete a simulated project, including flight planning, data collection, processing, and reporting.
Deliverables:
Training Manual: Comprehensive guide on LiDAR drone operation and data analysis.
Software Access: Temporary licenses for LiDAR processing software.
Certificate of Completion: Certification for participants after completing training and passing assessments.
