
DJI Drone Training Course
Master every aspect of professional DJI drone operation, from airspace regulations and flight fundamentals to advanced cinematography and aerial mapping. This comprehensive training course equips you with the technical skills and practical confidence to fly safely, capture stunning imagery, and deliver results that clients pay for.
What you'll learn:
You will learn how to operate DJI drones safely and legally, covering airspace classification, remote pilot certification requirements, and pre-flight inspection procedures. You will develop precise manual flight skills, master intelligent flight modes like ActiveTrack and QuickShots, and apply professional camera settings to capture broadcast-quality aerial footage. The course covers mission planning, site risk assessment, and photogrammetry workflows using tools like Pix4D and DJI Terra. You will also explore thermal imaging, BVLOS regulations, drone maintenance, and post-production colour grading. By the end, you will have the skills to operate professionally across real-world commercial applications.
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For businesses looking to train their team
With Dedika for businesses, the course includes exercises and examples tailored to your own business and the way your company needs.
Course content
8 Chapters • 39 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsIntroduction to DJI Drones and Safety
Introduction to DJI Drones and Safety
Lesson 1 • Pre-Flight Safety Procedures
Teaches systematic pre-flight inspection checklists, weather assessment, and site hazard identification. Directly reduces incident risk by instilling disciplined safety habits early.
Lesson 2 • Regulatory Framework for Drone Operations
Introduces airspace classification, remote pilot certification requirements, and operational limitations. Grounds students in compliance concepts before any hands-on flying begins.
Lesson 3 • DJI Drone Hardware Overview
Covers airframe anatomy, motor types, propeller design, and sensor placement across DJI product lines. Establishes hardware literacy needed for all subsequent flight and maintenance tasks.
Lesson 4 • DJI Fly App and Controller Basics
Introduces the DJI Fly app interface, controller layout, and pairing procedures. Students gain confidence navigating software controls before their first flight.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsFundamental Flight Skills and Manoeuvres
Fundamental Flight Skills and Manoeuvres
Lesson 1 • Basic Orientation and Hovering
Trains nose-in, tail-in, and side-on hover orientations to build spatial awareness. Mastery here is prerequisite for all directional flight patterns covered later.
Lesson 2 • Rotation and Yaw Control
Focuses on yaw input precision, combined yaw-and-translate movements, and orbit setup. Prepares students for camera-tracking shots and point-of-interest automation.
Lesson 3 • Emergency Procedures in Flight
Covers signal loss response, low-battery protocols, and manual override techniques. Ensures students can recover from common in-flight failures without losing the aircraft.
Lesson 4 • Directional Flight Patterns
Introduces forward, backward, lateral, and diagonal flight paths with speed control. Builds the muscle memory required for complex cinematic and inspection manoeuvres.
Lesson 5 • Powering On and Takeoff Procedures
Covers startup sequences, compass calibration, and controlled takeoff techniques. Establishes correct launch habits that prevent early crashes and equipment damage.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsCamera Settings and Aerial Imaging
Camera Settings and Aerial Imaging
Lesson 1 • Video Resolution and Frame Rate Settings
Covers 4K, 6K, and slow-motion frame rate selection for different delivery formats. Matching capture settings to deliverable specs prevents costly re-shoots.
Lesson 2 • Aerial Composition Techniques
Applies rule of thirds, leading lines, and altitude-based framing to aerial shots. Strong composition elevates raw footage into compelling visual storytelling.
Lesson 3 • Gimbal Control and Camera Movement
Teaches gimbal tilt speed, roll correction, and coordinated pitch-yaw camera moves. Smooth gimbal control separates amateur footage from professional deliverables.
Lesson 4 • Exposure Control for Aerial Imaging
Covers ISO, shutter speed, aperture, and ND filter selection in aerial conditions. Correct exposure is the foundation of all professional photo and video deliverables.
Lesson 5 • White Balance and Colour Profiles
Explains Kelvin-based white balance, D-Log M, and HLG colour profile selection. Proper colour capture reduces post-production time and preserves dynamic range.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsDJI Intelligent Flight Modes
DJI Intelligent Flight Modes
Lesson 1 • Point of Interest Orbiting
Configures automatic circular orbits around a fixed GPS coordinate or selected subject. Builds on manual orbit skills to deliver consistent cinematic circles.
Lesson 2 • QuickShots Automated Manoeuvres
Covers all QuickShot patterns including Dronie, Helix, Rocket, and Boomerang. Students execute polished automated shots with minimal setup time.
Lesson 3 • Waypoint and Route Planning
Teaches waypoint creation, altitude assignment, and action triggers within DJI apps. Enables repeatable, precise flight paths for mapping and inspection missions.
Lesson 4 • Hyperlapse and Timelapse Modes
Covers Free, Circle, Course Lock, and Waypoint Hyperlapse configurations. Students produce professional time-compressed aerial sequences in-camera.
Lesson 5 • ActiveTrack Subject Tracking
Explains subject selection, tracking sensitivity, and obstacle avoidance during ActiveTrack. Students produce smooth follow shots without manual stick input.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsMission Planning and Site Assessment
Mission Planning and Site Assessment
Lesson 1 • Airspace Authorisation and NOTAMs
Covers digital authorisation platforms, NOTAM interpretation, and temporary flight restriction checks. Ensures every mission launches with full legal clearance.
Lesson 2 • Flight Planning Software Tools
Introduces DJI FlightHub, DJI Pilot 2, and third-party planning apps for mission design. Proficiency with planning tools directly improves mission accuracy and repeatability.
Lesson 3 • Weather Analysis for Mission Go/No-Go
Covers wind speed thresholds, precipitation limits, visibility minimums, and thermal activity. Students make data-driven go/no-go decisions that protect crew and equipment.
Lesson 4 • Crew Roles and Communication Protocols
Defines pilot-in-command, visual observer, and ground crew responsibilities during operations. Clear role assignment prevents miscommunication that leads to accidents.
Lesson 5 • Site Survey and Risk Assessment
Teaches on-site hazard mapping, population density scoring, and contingency route planning. A thorough site survey is the primary defence against operational incidents.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsAerial Mapping and Photogrammetry
Aerial Mapping and Photogrammetry
Lesson 1 • Automated Grid Mission Execution
Covers grid pattern configuration, altitude AGL settings, and camera trigger intervals. Consistent grid execution is the foundation of reliable photogrammetric output.
Lesson 2 • Deliverable Quality Control and Reporting
Covers accuracy report interpretation, error identification, and client-ready export formats. Quality control closes the gap between raw processing output and professional deliverables.
Lesson 3 • Photogrammetry Software Processing
Introduces Agisoft Metashape, DJI Terra, and Pix4D workflows for point cloud generation. Students process raw imagery into georeferenced deliverables independently.
Lesson 4 • Inspection and Facade Mapping
Adapts mapping techniques to vertical surfaces for infrastructure and building inspections. Facade mapping expands student capability beyond flat-terrain survey work.
Lesson 5 • Photogrammetry Principles and Accuracy
Explains overlap ratios, ground sampling distance, and GCP placement for survey-grade accuracy. These principles govern every mapping mission design decision.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsAdvanced Flight Techniques and Cinematography
Advanced Flight Techniques and Cinematography
Lesson 1 • FPV and Sport Mode Flying
Introduces FPV goggles, sport mode parameters, and high-speed manoeuvre safety. FPV capability expands creative options for action sports and dynamic event coverage.
Lesson 2 • Cinematic Move Vocabulary
Defines reveal, push-in, pull-back, and crane-up moves with execution parameters. A shared move vocabulary enables precise communication with film directors and clients.
Lesson 3 • Low-Altitude and Proximity Flying
Covers nap-of-earth flying, gap threading, and obstacle proximity margins for dramatic shots. Low-altitude work demands heightened situational awareness and precise throttle control.
Lesson 4 • Night and Low-Light Operations
Covers ISO management, anti-collision lighting, and obstacle avoidance limitations at night. Night operations require modified safety protocols and camera settings not used in daylight.
Lesson 5 • Multi-Axis Coordinated Movements
Trains simultaneous yaw, pitch, and translate inputs for compound cinematic trajectories. Multi-axis control is the defining skill that separates advanced pilots from intermediates.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsDrone Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Drone Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Lesson 1 • Firmware and Software Updates
Guides students through DJI Assistant 2 update workflows, rollback procedures, and compatibility checks. Keeping firmware current ensures access to safety patches and new features.
Lesson 2 • Routine Inspection and Cleaning
Covers post-flight inspection steps, motor cleaning, and propeller integrity checks. Consistent post-flight care is the single most effective way to prevent mechanical failures.
Lesson 3 • Propeller and Motor Replacement
Teaches propeller torque specifications, motor mount inspection, and replacement verification tests. Field-replaceable components must be installed correctly to maintain airworthiness.
Lesson 4 • Fault Diagnosis and Error Code Interpretation
Covers DJI error code lookup, flight log analysis, and systematic fault isolation methods. Rapid diagnosis reduces repair time and prevents repeat failures in the field.
Lesson 5 • Battery Care and Storage
Explains charge cycle management, storage voltage levels, and temperature-based discharge behaviour. Proper battery care directly reduces the risk of in-flight power failure.
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This course is for you:
Hobbyist drone owner: ready to move beyond casual flying into structured skill-building.
Freelance photographer: looking to add aerial services and expand their client offerings.
Construction project manager: needing site documentation and progress mapping capabilities.
Career changer: drawn to the drone industry and seeking a structured entry point.
Real estate agent: wanting to produce compelling aerial property visuals independently.
Search and rescue volunteer: aiming to operate thermal drones effectively in the field.
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