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FieldWatch Academy

Professional Drone, GIS & AI Training for Individuals, Teams & Organisations

Develop practical skills in drone operations, drone mapping, GIS, AI image analysis and geospatial intelligence through hands-on training delivered by industry professionals using real world projects and industry standard tools.

Whether you're a student, recent graduate, working professional or organisation looking to build in-house capacity, FieldWatch Academy equips you with the skills needed to succeed in today's geospatial industry.

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Programme at a glance

Level
Beginner Friendly
Duration
4–6 Weeks
Delivery
Hybrid (Onsite and Live Virtual Classes)
Tracks
3 Tracks
Certificate
Included

Course Overview

Duration
4–6 Weeks
Delivery
Hybrid (Onsite and Live Virtual Classes)
Level
Beginner to Intermediate
Tracks
Drone, GIS & Professional
Certificate
Included
Software & toolsArcGIS ProQGISModelBuilderDrone Mapping SoftwareAI Mapping Tools

Who This Training Is For

This programme is designed for anyone looking to build or strengthen practical drone mapping and GIS skills.

  • Students & Recent Graduates
  • GIS & Remote Sensing Professionals
  • Surveyors
  • Engineers
  • Construction Professionals
  • Solar Installers & EPC Companies
  • Agriculture Professionals
  • Environmental Consultants
  • Oil & Gas Professionals
  • Government Agencies
  • Universities & Training Institutions
  • Organisations training technical teams

What You'll Learn

Three practical tracks designed around real industry workflows. Take the one your work needs.

Track 01

Drone Training

Early bird · closes 30 November 2026

₦250,000

Late registration ₦500,000 from 1 December 2026

4 weeks8 modules
  1. 01Introduction to Drones and Their Applications
  2. 02Drone Safety, Operations, Maintenance and Emergency Procedures
  3. 03Drone Regulations, Airspace and Flight Systems
  4. 04Advanced Drone Operations, Compliance and Cybersecurity
  5. 05Practical Drone Flight Fundamentals and Airspace Management
  6. 06Practical Flight Skills, Maneuvering and Mission Planning
  7. 07Aerial Inspection, Mapping and Survey Operations
  8. 08Introduction to Thermal InspectionFor solar companies: capture and interpret thermal imagery to inspect panels and spot faults from the air.
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Track 02

GIS Training

Early bird · closes 30 November 2026

₦250,000

Late registration ₦500,000 from 1 December 2026

4 weeks7 modules
  1. 01Understand core GIS concepts, spatial data types, coordinate systems and projections.
  2. 02Create, edit, manage and visualize spatial datasets effectively in ArcGIS Pro.
  3. 03Produce professional maps and communicate spatial information clearly.
  4. 04Perform vector and raster-based spatial analysis for real-world decision-making.
  5. 05Process satellite imagery and conduct remote sensing and change-detection workflows.
  6. 06Apply advanced GIS methods such as suitability analysis, hotspot analysis and terrain modeling.
  7. 07Develop automated and repeatable GIS workflows using ModelBuilder.
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Track 03

Professional Programme

Early bird · closes 30 November 2026

₦750,000

Late registration ₦1,000,000 from 1 December 2026

6 weeks8 modules
  1. 01Introduction to Drone Mapping & Geospatial IntelligenceLearn the fundamentals of drone mapping, GIS, remote sensing and aerial intelligence.
  2. 02Drone Operations & Flight PlanningUnderstand drone operations, flight planning, safety procedures and professional data capture.
  3. 03Drone Image Processing & PhotogrammetryCreate orthomosaics, point clouds, digital elevation models (DEMs) and 3D maps.
  4. 04GIS Mapping with QGISImport, edit, analyse and visualise spatial data using professional GIS workflows.
  5. 05AI Image Analysis & Feature DetectionUse AI to automate image analysis, feature extraction and spatial data processing.
  6. 06Industry ApplicationsApply drone mapping and GIS across construction, solar, agriculture, infrastructure, environmental monitoring and asset inspection.
  7. 07Professional Reporting & Project DeliveryCreate professional maps, reports and client-ready deliverables while building a practical portfolio.
  8. 08Introduction to Thermal InspectionFor solar companies: capture and interpret thermal imagery to inspect panels and spot faults from the air.
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Beyond the training

Where This Takes You

Your training opens doors beyond the cohort.

  • Access to international job opportunities
  • Access to internship opportunities

How the Training Runs

This cohort runs hybrid — one format, whichever track you take. Organisations training a team can book corporate training instead.

Hybrid

Theory online, practicals in Lagos

Live instructor-led sessions online, plus hands-on drone and mapping practicals at our Lagos centre.

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What's Included

  • Drone Operations

    Flight training, safety and regulations.

  • Data Collection

    Mission planning, mapping and site surveys.

  • ArcGIS Pro & AI

    Process data and create professional maps and reports.

  • Real Project Datasets

    Work on construction, solar and agriculture projects.

  • Hands-on Practicals

    Fly drones and process real data.

  • Certificate of Completion

    Issued by FieldWatch Academy.

For organisations

Corporate & Onsite Training

We deliver customised training at your office, campus or project location. Ideal for organisations building internal drone, GIS and aerial intelligence capabilities.

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  • Full training programme at your location
  • Practical drone demonstrations
  • Industry-specific case studies
  • Team certification
  • Post-training support

Why FieldWatch Academy?

Learn from professionals who do this every day.

FieldWatch Academy is backed by professionals delivering drone mapping, GIS and aerial intelligence solutions for construction, solar, agriculture, infrastructure and environmental projects.

You'll work with real datasets, practical workflows and industry-standard tools, not simulated classroom examples.

By the end of the programme, you'll have practical skills you can apply immediately in your job, business or future career.

Why These Skills Matter

Drone mapping, GIS and AI are changing how organisations collect, analyse and manage spatial data.

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Construction

Companies monitor project progress from anywhere.

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Solar

Companies plan installations and inspect panels more efficiently.

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Engineering

Engineers make better decisions with accurate site data.

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Government

Agencies improve planning and infrastructure management.

As demand for geospatial technology grows, professionals and organisations with these skills will be better positioned to deliver projects faster, reduce costs and make smarter decisions.

FAQ

Questions, answered

The things people ask us most before joining a cohort. If yours isn't here, message us on WhatsApp — we usually reply the same day.

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Do I need previous experience?
No. This programme is suitable for beginners and experienced professionals looking to upgrade their skills.
Do I need my own drone?
No. Training includes practical demonstrations and real-world datasets. Live drone sessions are included during onsite training.
Are virtual classes live?
Yes. Every session is instructor-led, with recordings available after class.
Which software will I learn?
It depends on your track: ArcGIS Pro and ModelBuilder on the GIS track, QGIS and AI-powered mapping tools on the Professional Programme, and drone flight planning and mapping software on the Drone track.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the programme receive a FieldWatch Academy Certificate of Completion.