Assessment
FPV (First Person View) Drone Foundations: Systems, Safety & Practical Flight
This one-day introductory course provides learners with a practical foundation in First Person View (FPV) drone operation.
Combining classroom-based learning, simulator training, and hands-on flight practice, participants will develop an understanding of FPV drone systems, safe operating procedures, and essential piloting skills.
This course is designed to support emerging opportunities within the renewable energy and green technology sectors, and introduces the knowledge required to begin a progression pathway into advanced drone operations.
Progression Opportunities
Successful learners can progress on to full drone courses:
- A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC)
- General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC)
Location
- Neath Campus
- Afan Campus
- Brecon Campus
- Newtown Campus
- On-Site
Entry Requirements
None
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals interested in drone technology
- Learners seeking careers in renewable energy and offshore wind industries
- Those looking to develop new technical skills for the green economy
- Individuals considering progression into professional drone operation and inspection roles
Course Duration
1 Day
Course Content
This course covers:
- Safe operation of FPV drones
- Overview of different FPV drone types and sizes
- FPV components and their functions
- Basic configuration and system checks
- Battery safety and handling
- Transmitter set up and arming procedures
- Pre-flight safety checks
- Introduction to FPV flight simulators
- Basic flight controls and orientation
- Applying simulator skills to real flight
- Hovering and throttle management
- Controlled turns and directional flight
- Obstacle navigation
Method of Assessment
- Practical assessment
- Observation of Participation
Certification
Certificate of Attendance
