WSQ Aerial Surveillance with Drones

Course Objectives

This course aims to equip trainees with the knowledge and practical skills to set up and operate drones for aerial surveillance in compliance with CAAS regulations. Participants will learn to operate drones safely, manoeuvre aerial camera systems according to flight plans, and produce aerial captures that meet technical and operational requirements.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will be able to:

Set up drones and aerial camera systems for surveillance operations in compliance with CAAS regulations

Operate drones safely and competently for aerial surveillance purposes

Produce aerial surveillance footage that meets technical and operational requirements

Execute flight plans and manoeuvre drones according to surveillance objectives

Complete relevant documentation for remote drone surveillance operations

Maintain drones and detachable surveillance equipment

Identify and escalate abnormal or suspicious behaviours to the appropriate authorities or enforcement teams

Trainees must pass all prescribed tests and assessments and achieve 100% competency. Similar to a driving test, the course is designed to strengthen practical skills and improve the likelihood of successful assessment outcomes in a cost‑effective manner.

Course Content

Theory and Practical Sessions for Participants to learn:

O1: Describe the different types of drones and functionalities used in security surveillance today

LO2: Complete relevant documentation relating to remote drone surveillance operations

LO3: Set up drones for surveillance purposes

LO4: Operate drones for surveillance purposes

LO5: Maintain the drones and their detachable surveillance equipment

LO6: Escalate abnormal behaviours discovered to appropriate authorities and enforcement teams.

Certification & Validity

Upon successful completion of all assessments, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and and should proceed to 2nd course to learn more on Drones

Pre-requisites

Admission requirements:

At least 1 GCE ‘N’ Level Pass

At least 1 year of working experience in any capacity

Able to speak, listen and read English at a proficiency level not lower than the Employability Skills Workforce Skills Qualification Workplace Literacy Level (WPL Level 3)

*Learners who do not qualify in terms of education but have the relevant working experience will be admitted on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the Management Representative (MR).

Do participants need prior drone flying experience?

No prior experience is required. The course provides both theoretical knowledge and practical guidance to help beginners understand drone surveillance operations.

Will there be hands-on drone practice during the training?

Yes. Participants will have practical sessions where they can learn how to operate drones and perform basic aerial surveillance tasks under trainer supervision.

What industries can benefit from aerial surveillance skills?

Industries such as security, construction, facility management, infrastructure inspection, event management, and media production can benefit from aerial surveillance capabilities.

Does this course provide a drone pilot licence?

No. This course provides foundational training in drone surveillance operations. Participants who want to operate drones commercially may still need to obtain an Unmanned Aerial Pilot Licence (UAPL) from the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).

What career opportunities can this course support?

This course can support roles such as drone operator, aerial surveillance officer, site inspector, or technical staff involved in drone-based monitoring tasks.