Take to the skies with a practical, hands-on introduction to drone technology and its real-world applications.

Delivered by TAFE Gippsland in partnership with Falcon UAV, Discover Drones is 3-hour experience led by certified industry professionals. You can expect the start of the session to focus on interactive classroom learning, covering drone technology, safe operations and its use across a growing range of industries.

Towards the end of the session, participants will put their learning into practice with a hands-on opportunity to fly a drone under expert supervision.

No experience is required. Perfect for professionals, hobbyists, students and anyone curious about drone technology.

What you’ll get out of it

• Safely fly a drone under the supervision of certified instructors.
• Learn the fundamentals of drone operation, including pre-flight checks, flight safety, airspace awareness and responsible flying.
• Understand CASA regulations, operator responsibilities and best-practice risk management.
• Discover how drones are transforming agriculture, infrastructure, environmental management and other Gippsland industries.
• Explore drone platforms, sensors and how the right technology is selected for different tasks.
• Experience autonomous missions, from flight planning and data capture through to return-to-home and landing.
• See how mapping, thermal imaging, AI, GIS, NDVI and aerial data can improve productivity, safety and decision-making.
• Learn about emerging drone technologies, industry trends and future career opportunities.

Industries we’ll touch on

The workshop will introduce drone applications across:

• Agriculture
• Construction
• Infrastructure
• Surveying
• Environmental monitoring
• Film and media
• Plus other emerging sectors

What to bring

Part of the session will take place outdoors, so please bring:

• Enclosed, comfortable footwear
• Clothing suitable for the weather
• Sun protection
• A water bottle

A light meal be provided for the session

Weather conditions

Practical drone flying is weather-dependent. To ensure the safety of participants and instructors, the workshop may be postponed or cancelled if weather conditions are unsuitable for safe drone operation. Registered participants will be contacted as soon as possible if any changes are required.

Choose from one of the two sessions below

Monday 28 September 2026 (UTC+10)

Session One: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Session Two: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location

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TAFE Gippsland - Forestec Campus
27 Scriveners Road, Kalimna West Victoria 3909

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