About this course

Designed by farmers for farmers with the support of NSW Farmers and delivered by highly experienced drone operator and trainer Ben Watts, this course will teach you how to use drones to collect farm data to help you make informed decisions such as refined fertiliser, sowing, crop and weed management plans, as well as monitoring and maximising the efficiency of farm water systems.

Operating a drone is like any other precision control system ­- with proper planning, set up and confidence to operate safely, it can provide real on-farm benefits.

Note: this course requires the completion of pre-course work online. You must be able to commit to 1-2 hours of online course work prior to attending the training day.

When: Tuesday 13th September 2022

Where: Quambone

The Course aims to develop knowledge and skills in:

• Safe and efficient operation of drones in an agricultural context
• Australian laws related to the use of Remote Pilot Aircraft’s (RPA) for private use
• Collecting and processing data for use in creating a crop planting map or precision fertiliser program.

Course duration:1 day face-to-face with pre-course online work.

Indicative fees: $1,195, Nil to eligible applicants

*Fully subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible applicants To find out whether you are eligible, contact a training coordinator in your area.

Learning Outcomes:

• How to control your drone – get it to return home
• Setup, procedures and safety checks
• Basic maintenance and repair
• Overviews of available drones on the market
• Australian laws related to the use of RPA’s for private use
• Collecting and managing aerial images

Funded training delivered by Tocal College through AgSkilled, supported by the NSW Department of Education and Bralca.