MODULE 1 – INTRODUCTION TO LIDAR
Lesson 1: What is LiDAR? – This lesson provides an overview of LiDAR technology, explaining its principles, components, and how it works for surveying applications.
Lesson 2: What can LiDAR be used for? – Learners explore the diverse applications of LiDAR, including terrain mapping, vegetation analysis, flood modeling, urban planning, and more.

MODULE 2 – LIDAR VS PHOTOGRAMMETRY
Lesson 1: Photogrammetry Vs LiDAR – This lesson compares LiDAR and photogrammetry techniques for surveying, discussing their differences in data capture, accuracy, processing, and suitability for various scenarios.
Lesson 2: Which is More Accurate? – Learners examine the factors influencing accuracy in LiDAR and photogrammetry, gaining insights into the strengths and limitations of each method.
Lesson 3: Usage – This lesson explores specific use cases where LiDAR or photogrammetry is preferred, considering factors such as project requirements, data quality, and cost-effectiveness.

MODULE 3 – UAVS
Lesson 1: COPTRZ Recommended Payloads – Learners discover the recommended LiDAR payloads for UAVs, understanding their features, specifications, and compatibility with different drone models.

MODULE 4 – APPLICATION
Lesson 1: Inspection – This lesson focuses on the use of LiDAR surveys in inspection applications, such as infrastructure, buildings, power lines, and pipelines.
Lesson 2: Construction and Infrastructure – Learners explore how LiDAR surveys contribute to construction and infrastructure projects, including site planning, progress monitoring, and as-built documentation.
Lesson 3: Public Safety – This lesson highlights the role of LiDAR surveys in public safety applications, such as emergency response planning, flood mapping, and risk assessment.
Lesson 4: Mining – Learners delve into the applications of LiDAR surveys in the mining industry, including volumetric calculations, slope stability analysis, and environmental monitoring.
Lesson 5: Cultural Heritage – This lesson explores how LiDAR surveys contribute to cultural heritage preservation, including mapping historical sites, documenting artifacts, and virtual reconstructions.
Lesson 6: Environment – Learners discover the environmental applications of LiDAR surveys, such as forestry management, coastal monitoring, and wildlife habitat assessment.
Lesson 7: Urban Planning – This lesson discusses how LiDAR surveys support urban planning initiatives, including 3D modeling, land use planning, and transportation infrastructure analysis.

MODULE 5 – CASE STUDIES
Lesson 1: Case Study: Road Tunnel Inspection – This case study showcases how LiDAR surveys are used for road tunnel inspection, including data capture, analysis, and identification of potential hazards.
Lesson 2: Case Study: Conisbrough Viaduct – Learners explore a case study of LiDAR surveys applied to the inspection of the Conisbrough Viaduct, understanding the benefits, challenges, and outcomes of the survey.

MODULE 6 – SUMMARY
Summary – Participants receive a concise recap of the key concepts, lessons, and applications covered in the course, providing a comprehensive understanding of UAV fundamentals of LiDAR surveys.
End of Course Exam – Learners have the opportunity to assess their knowledge and understanding through an exam that tests their comprehension of the course material.
Next Steps – Participants are provided with guidance on the next steps for further exploration and application of UAV fundamentals of LiDAR surveys.