• Introduction to UAV Systems

• UAV Classifications (Fixed-wing, VTOL, Multirotor, Hybrid)

• Drone Evolution and Milestones

• Drone Applications Across Sectors

• UAS Rules 2021 – Structure, Permissions, NPNT

• Airspace Classifications and Flying Zones

• RPTO and Pilot Licensing Overview

• Drone Ecosystem in India

• Case Studies: Legal Violations and Compliance

• Flight Safety SOPs and Checklists

• Drone Frame Types & Selection Criteria

• Brushless Motors: KV Rating, Selection, and Mounting

• ESC – Types, Calibration, and Heat Protection

• Propellers – Materials, Pitch, Diameter, Balancing

• Power Systems – LiPo/Li-Ion, Series-Parallel, C-Rating

• Flight Controllers – Pixhawk, APM, F7-based FCs

• GPS, Compass, Barometer, Magnetometer

• RC Systems – Channels, Receivers, PPM/SBUS

• FPV Cameras, VTX & OSD Configuration

• Power Distribution Boards and Wiring Techniques

• Multimeter and Oscilloscope for Troubleshooting

• Common Hardware Faults and Field Fixes

• Introduction to CAD Tools (SolidWorks / Fusion 360)

• Designing Drone Frame Structures

• Weight Estimation, Load Calculations, CG Positioning

• Aerodynamic Principles & Drag Estimation

• Frame Stress Analysis (FEA Basics)

• 3D Printing Basics for Custom Mounts

• Creating Motor/Prop Guards & Payload Mounts

• Simulation Tools Overview (XFLR5 / SimScale)

• BOM Documentation and Exploded Views

• Design to Manufacturing Workflow

• Soldering Techniques for Drones

• Motor and ESC Mounting

• PDB/FC Layered Wiring

• Receiver and GPS Installation

• Sensor Placement and Isolation

• Gimbal and Camera Mounts

• Powering Up and Current Checks

• Dry Run Test with Motors (without Props)

• Ground Vibration Testing

Practical: Build 2 Variants (Quad + Custom Model)

• Modes: Manual, AltHold, Loiter, RTL

• FC Firmware Setup (ArduPilot & INAV)

• Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer Calibration

• Radio Calibration and Channel Mapping

• Understanding PID Theory

• Practical PID Tuning (Manual & Auto)

• Fail-safe Configuration

• Geo-fencing and RTL Zones

• Blackbox Logs and Vibration Analysis

• Real-world Wind Compensation Tuning

• Introduction to DroneKit & MAVProxy

• MAVLink Protocol Overview

• Mission Planner & QGroundControl Automation

• Waypoint Generation via Python

• Auto Takeoff, Landing, RTL Scripts

• Conditional Commands (DO_JUMP, IF statements)

• Integrating Ultrasonic / IR Obstacle Avoidance

• GPS Waypoint Planning and Dynamic Rerouting

• Flight Log Telemetry Visualization

• Real-time Data Streaming & Decision Automation

• RGB, Thermal, Multispectral Camera Integration

• LiDAR Mounting and Data Syncing

• Triggering Systems for Image Capture

• Gimbal Calibration and Stabilization

• Custom Payload Mount Design

• Survey Workflow: Camera Angles and Overlaps

• Integration of Sensors with Pixhawk

• Timestamp and Geotagging Workflows

• Mission Planner Advanced Features

• GCS Telemetry Range Optimization

• Antenna Types and Placement

• RC Signal Loss Mitigation

• Configuring Dual Ground Station Redundancy

• 4G LTE / Wi-Fi-Based Drone Control

• Companion Computer Intro (Raspberry Pi/NVIDIA Jetson)

• FPV Range Testing & Signal Monitoring

• Routine Maintenance Checklists

• Post-flight Log Extraction and Review

• Vibration and EMI Troubleshooting

• Battery Degradation Monitoring

• ESC/Motor Burnout Prevention

• Firmware Upgrade Procedures

• Crash Recovery Protocol

• Propeller Damage Evaluation

• Maintenance Logs for Industrial Missions

• Proposal of Project (e.g., Surveillance, Mapping, Delivery)

• Planning & BOM Finalization

• Full Build and Configuration

• Field Testing & Flight Validation

• Data Capture & Processing (if applicable)

• Documentation, Reporting & Presentation

• Peer Review & Panel Evaluation