Advanced Drone and Photogrammetry Techniques for Infrastructure Supervision

• Experience in construction site supervision or surveying
• Basic understanding of drone operations and photogrammetry
• Familiarity with geospatial data and infrastructure workflows

Audience

• Senior construction engineers and infrastructure project supervisors
• Professional surveyors and GIS specialists
• Geospatial analysts and drone program managers

Drones and photogrammetry are now essential tools in high-precision infrastructure supervision. With the integration of advanced geodesy principles, real-time modeling, and high-accuracy drone mapping, professionals can achieve deeper insight, accuracy, and productivity in construction environments.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level professionals who wish to apply advanced drone and photogrammetry workflows, including geodetic controls and high-precision mapping techniques, to complex infrastructure projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply advanced photogrammetric methods including RTK/PPK workflows and ground control calibration.
• Integrate geodetic reference systems and projections for large-scale infrastructure sites.
• Design precision flight missions tailored to complex terrain and infrastructure geometry.
• Analyze photogrammetry data with GIS software for structural health, deformation, and compliance tracking.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Advanced exercises and real-world case studies.
• Hands-on implementation with drone data and modeling tools.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Advanced Concepts in Drone Surveying and Photogrammetry

• Geodesy fundamentals: datums, projections, and coordinate systems
• Accuracy levels in drone photogrammetry (absolute vs relative)
• Integration of photogrammetry with geospatial data pipelines

Flight Planning for High-Precision Infrastructure Mapping

• Mission design with terrain-following and oblique capture
• Using RTK/PPK drones and correction services (e.g., NTRIP)
• Controlling environmental and operational variables for optimal results

Geodetic Control and Ground Truthing

• Deploying Ground Control Points (GCPs) and Check Points (CPs)
• Using GNSS receivers and survey-grade base stations
• Accuracy assessment and error propagation techniques

Processing and Modeling with Advanced Photogrammetry Tools

• Workflow optimization in Pix4D, Metashape, or equivalent
• Generating dense point clouds, DSMs, DTMs, and textured meshes
• Data export and alignment with CAD and BIM systems

Infrastructure Monitoring and Change Detection

• Digital twin creation for bridges, roads, and urban infrastructure
• Detecting structural deformation and subsidence using drone data
• Temporal analysis and comparison between flight missions

Compliance, Safety, and Regulatory Considerations

• Data privacy, geofencing, and flight permits in large-scale projects
• Ethical implications of drone-based surveillance and monitoring
• Ensuring compliance with regional and international surveying standards

Photogrammetry in Multidisciplinary Infrastructure Contexts

• Case studies in transportation, utilities, and civil works
• Collaborative workflows with engineering, architecture, and urban planning
• Preparing reports and 3D outputs for stakeholders

Summary and Next Steps